The Baroque Jewel Box of Veszprém’s Castle District – Discover the Secrets of the Biró–Giczey House and the Archbishop’s Palace!

The Biró–Giczey House is the Baroque jewel box of Veszprém’s Castle District: a garden, gift shop, and free exhibitions await visitors. Start your themed castle tour here, and step by step, the world of the Archbishop’s Palace, the chapels, and the Cathedral will unfold before you. At which bishop’s desk were the most important decisions made? And who might have owned that Rococo console table, which is held in such high esteem even among curators?

Behind the Scenes: The South Wing of the Archbishop’s Palace

The southern row of salons evokes the spaces of the guest wing, where the interiors are not merely “sets” but are brought to life with their own historical artifacts. The modern history of the archdiocese is traced through the life’s work of notable bishops: it becomes tangible through the eras of Márton Padányi Bíró, Ignác Koller, and Károly Hornig, among others.

Which panel painting has returned after restoration? Where can you see the Renaissance piece that has always belonged to the bishopric? And why is the Vaszary Madonna called a “masterpiece”? You’ll find the answers on site.

“There isn’t an exhibition in the palace; rather, the palace is decorated with its own works of art.”

The rooms undergo subtle rearrangements from time to time as new restoration projects are completed—it’s worth coming back.

Themed guided walks

A Walk of Light and Reverence:

A Thousand-Year Journey: St. Michael's Cathedral + crypt + St. George's Chapel
Meeting point: in front of the Biró–Giczey House
Group size: up to 25 people
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Dates: Weekend walks usually start at 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.; the exact schedule is available in the event calendar . We recommend checking the latest post before you go, as the schedule is subject to change.

Exhibitions

“Thistle and Lily – The Flowers of the Magdolnas” The figure of Mary Magdalene at the intersection of art and faith—icons, stories, and questions that live on within us.
Chamber exhibition Baroque-era artifacts, fascinating stories, and images from the cathedral’s past.
"My head is not a chapter": The Veszprém Chapter and the World of the Canons, featuring playful, interactive elements. Who were the canons, and how were decisions made in the city’s spiritual center?
Archaeological finds from the castle: Treasures moved to the attic – what stories do these objects tell about the past?
Garden – Happy Mária Magdolna Bódi: A haven of silence and reflection.
Gift Shop Memories and little treasures to take with you on your journey.

Why should you visit now?

Since the exhibitions are free of charge,the guided tours open doors that reveal centuries of history.
Because the renovation has given the spaces a new lease on life, and newly restored works of art are constantly being returned.
Because every time, there’s a chance: an interesting detail, a quiet corner, and an experience waiting just for you.