Focus on water – Erasmus+ group mobility

This was my second Erasmus Group Exchange experience, and the second one with hosting included. I was very excited about the project, and luckily, I had the advantage of knowing the hosting process. 

I have participated in many interesting programs, but some were exceptionally good. For example, GooseChase was a fun activity because, while learning about Budapest, water, and related subjects, we also had the opportunity to interact with others and get to know each other better. The location was amazing—we were at Margitsziget (Margaret Island). I also really enjoyed the trip to Esztergom. On the way there and back, I had great conversations with people I had never talked to before at school. The Museum of Waters was also really cool, with games and interactive activities that were both fun and informative. We created amazing presentations on topics such as water, water pollution, and livable cities. I really enjoyed this part of the program because it helped me to improve my presentation skills and language abilities. It was also really interesting to hear different perspectives from participants and learn about solutions that certain cities had developed to solve water-related issues. We also did experiments in the lab with different water samples, which was really exciting. We measured the pH of each sample, discussed the quality of water in Budapest, and brainstormed possible solutions for improving it. 

I made strong connections not only with the Italian participants but also with the Hungarian ones, and I have made many new friendships. One thing I particularly appreciated was being able to speak Italian with the Italians. They appreciated this a lot, and it helped me improve my Italian, which is very useful for me. Speaking with them with their mother tongue allowed me to challenge myself in real conversations and receive feedback on my grammar and accent. 

The participants—both Italian and Hungarian—were extremely nice, which is something I really like about Erasmus in Poli. It gives me the chance to make new friendships and connect with people beyond my usual age group. 

In conclusion, this project was incredibly valuable. We did meaningful work, learning a lot while improving a lot of skills such as presentation, teamwork, and English. We explored Budapest from an environmental perspective and had an amazing experience. Most importantly, we built (hopefully) long-lasting friendships with both Hungarian and Italian participants. 

Martis Gergely, Polaris

I have to say that as my first Erasmus experience, it was wonderful. Although at the beginning the getting-to-know-each-other part between Hungarians and Italians was a bit awkward, but by the end we were so in tune and connected to each other that we said goodbye to each other at the airport with teary eyes, everyone hugged everyone three times as much, sobbing. 

At the beginning, I was really interested in who and what my exchange student would be like. Before we met, we only exchanged a few messages and barely knew anything about each other. Before we met, I only knew her name, that she plays volleyball and that she has a sensitivity to tomatoes (ironically). When Aurora arrived, we didn’t really get along on the first day or two. Fortunately, we managed to break the ice day by day and we had great conversations. She told me about Italy, my beloved country, and I learned things about the country that I didn’t even know about before. For example, in Rome the littering is so out of hand that animals, wild boars come into the city for the “leftovers”, and because the forests, the animals’ homes around Rome are slowly being destroyed. Such a sad fact, but interesting. Even in one week, I didn’t manage to learn much about Aurora, but I hope to get to know her better during the one week in Morlupo! 

Besides all that, I was very pleased that the Italian students were all open to any program we offered: we visited the Fisherman’s Bastion, the castle, we had them taste túrórudi, we saw the Parliament, which I strongly feel was a favorite of the Italians. We bathed in the Széchenyi Spa, we took tram 2 to see the city attractions in the city, we visited the Basilica, the Ferris wheel, we went bowling, we ate chimney cake, and on the last day we ate sushi together as a last dinner in Hungary. 

What I especially liked was that not only were we Hungarians showing the Italian students new things, but they also often included us in their own games. They taught us games that everyone enjoyed playing together. It was obvious from the Italians that they were very happy to cooperate with us and were open to build new relationships. From this perspective, Erasmus was quite successful for me: I managed to meet more people, both Hungarians and Italians, and I keep in touch with them after Erasmus still. 

Overall, the whole Erasmus project was a success for me. Even though I didn’t apply for the project because of the topic at the beginning, I really liked it by the end, especially because I learned more about Morlupo, the city that I can’t wait to visit in September/October! 

Bene Fruzsina Tamara, Lamanteam

This was my first Erasmus at Poli, and all I can say is it was a wonderful experience.  I was excited to host someone at my house because I have never done it before.

I was pretty satisfied with the organization; we got the information in time; the only confusion was with the plane. Everyone said another time, so it wasn’t obvious who to believe, but in the end, everything worked out wonderfully.

The organized programs were around the theme of environmental studies, and I think we covered it pretty well. I enjoyed most of the programs; the most memorable was the visit to Esztergom, not the museum, which was very bad and really boring, but I have never been to Esztergom before, and it was nice to finally visit such a historical city with the others. The other thing I want to highlight is the green boat. It was interesting seeing how life goes there, and I have never seen an engine room before, so that was nice. I personally was proud of myself because the staff there didn’t speak English, and I translated for my group, and it was an interesting challenge that helped to show my abilities. There was the 3D printing edufun workshop, and honestly, I couldn’t understand how it was connected to our topic because the only thing I did was try to cut out a walking man at the computer program while the others were playing cards, but I am sure it was helpful for someone in the world. I also really enjoyed the game at Margit Island; it was nice to be outside.

The afternoon programs were very good; I really enjoyed showing them around my city. I talked about the history behind the buildings, but unfortunately my Italian didn’t seem that interested. At least I tried to explain some things about it. I enjoyed when we went somewhere in a big group; it was nice to make new friends from Italy, and I could even find a few new friends from the Hungarian group. We did some other activities besides sightseeing; we went bowling and to Gozsdu Udvar, and both were very fun.

Overall, it was an interesting experience. I definitely learned a lot of things about myself. It was interesting to see the insides of another culture and what differences and similarities they have with us. I became friends with Gabrielle, who lived with me, and I think I made him have a good time here. I am excited for the times when we are going to Italy. I hope it will be an unforgettable experience, and I hope we did a great job of providing them with one too.

Ávrám Dávid Olivér, O-zone

The first part of this project, that is, the week we spent in Hungary was great. We had a lot of fun together. On the first day we had lunch together, which we had prepared before. Then we spent some time with our families. Next day, we started with a few icebreaking games and then we were doing a workshop about “how to make a city more livable”. After we finished our presentations we had some free time. We spent this free time with showing the city to the Italians. On the third day we went to the studio of EDUFUN, where we had a very interesting workshop about 3D printing and the importance of transportation in a livable city. Then we went to the Margaret Island and we played a game called Goosechase, which team number two won. Following this we went to spend our free time with sightseeing. Next day, we met at the railway station (called Nyugati-pályaudvar) and we went to Esztergom by train. In Esztergom we had a 20 minutes’ walk to the Water Museum, where we were separated into two groups. Group 1 first went to see the Museum, Group 2 has participated in a workshop about water preservation. After the two groups changed places, we visited the Basilica of Esztergom. On the fifth day we went to see the Green Island supported by the Hungarian national petrochemical company MOL. It was a particular experience, but the Italians liked it. After that we went into the Gellért Spa, then everyone could taste the thermal water from the Rudas drinking fountain. After every Italian rinsed their mouth, we went back to the school to make a few experiments with the water samples, we collected the other days. In the afternoon we went to have fun in the Széchenyi Bath. Next day we had a few workshops similar to the ones on Monday. Than we distributed the certificates of participating in this Erasmus+ project and then we had a lot of free time to pack. On the last day we took them to the airport and we said a tearful goodbye. We really enjoyed the week we spent with the Italians, it was very tiring of course but we made a few international friends.

Tóth-Pászka Bonifác, Polaris

The past week in the Erasmus program flew by incredibly fast. Even though we did so many things, it felt both short and long at the same time. 

This was my second Erasmus project, but my first group exchange, making it a completely different experience from my previous one. I wasn’t sure what to expect or how to prepare for hosting someone, but overall, I had no problems. My guest was really nice, and we could talk about almost anything. We got to know each other very well over the week, and I’m so happy that she was the one who stayed with me. The other Italians were also really kind and friendly.  

The programs were well-organized and engaging. Even though both the Italians and us Hungarians had already covered this topic in school, we still gained new insights and experiences. Each day brought something different and exciting. On the first day, we had presentations, which were a great way to get to know each other in small groups. The outdoor activities provided a lot of new information in a fun way. The 3D printing session creatively connected to our topic, and the GooseChase activity helped strengthen our bond even more. On Wednesday, we visited the Water Museum in Esztergom, which was modern and interactive, making it really enjoyable. Sightseeing in Budapest and Esztergom was also a great experience. Thursday, we visited Green Island and the Gellért Spa, and in the afternoon, we did experiments in the lab using different water samples we had collected. The experiments were exciting yet simple enough for everyone to participate. Finally, on Friday, we wrapped up the project with presentations. Overall, I was very satisfied with the school programs. 

The afternoons were a bit more chaotic since it was hard to satisfy everyone’s preferences, but we still managed to have a lot of fun. We explored the city, walked around the city center, and showed them landmarks. One afternoon, we even went bowling, which was a great group experience. In the evenings, we usually ate at some fast-food restaurant since those were the only places big enough to fit all of us, and they turned out to be the perfect way to end our days together. 

All in all, it was a memorable week, and I am truly grateful for this experience. I’m so happy to have met so many amazing people and to have formed great friendships along the way. It’s reassuring to know that in just a few months, we’ll get to see each other again. 

Feledy Sára Lola, Lamanteam

This was my first Erasmus experience where I had to host somebody. I was excited about the project because it was my first group exchange and I wanted to make some great memories and new friends.  

We had various types of programs organised by the teachers like GooseChase where we learned about Budapest, water and the environment, we also had the opportunity to get to know the other participants. The location was Margaret Island which was amazing because it has lots of green space and close to no traffic.  We also visited Esztergom. On the way there and back, I had a great time with people that I had never talked to before. The water museum was very cool, it had interesting videos about flood prevention, games and interactive activities that were fun.  We made presentations on topics such as tap water usage, water pollution and livable cities. These were a bit less exciting but it was fun seeing how different groups solved the same problem. We visited the green island on the Danube where we got to know a lot of interesting things about ships like how they get fuelled and how the accumulated water gets out of their bottom.    We also did experiments in the lab with the different water samples we took from Margaret Island. We measured the pH, hardness and other parts of the samples.  

During the afternoons we organized programs for ourselves which consisted of sightseeing, bowling and going to the spa. During these afternoon programs we had a lot of fun and really got to know each other better, which had a great impact on the group. The participants from Italy and Hungary were friendly, nice and funny which made this week even more special and I were able to make new friends not only among the Italian participants but also the Hungarian ones. 

At the end this project was very fun. We did a lot of work, learned a lot and improved a lot of skills such as presentation, teamwork, and English. We saw Budapest from a new perspective and had an amazing time during the week. But for me personally the most important part was that I made new friends with people I would have never taught I would become friends with.

Jáger Szabolcs, Polaris

This was the first Erasmus, where I had to host someone and I’m not going to lie, it was pretty fun. I liked it a lot. Both the topic and the tasks, and I also liked the people. For example, the first day, me and Szabi went to the airport and led the Italian group to Poli. Everything went smoothly. When we arrived at Poli, there was Santa Claus waiting for us with a big pot of goulash and also some makos guba (a kind of Hungarian poppy seed bread pudding). After we ate, we took the Italians home, and after a while we decided to go to show them around the city. We took them to the Fishermen’s Bastion, after that we took them to Mammut. When it was starting to get late we went home, ate some food and went to sleep. The next morning, we woke up and went to school, we started with some ice breakers for learning each other’s name and it went well. Then welcomed us the tasks, the first one was making a presentation about smart cities and technology, I think it went great. After this came a break to rest our minds and refill our creativity. And only then came the task which was my personal favorite, creating a fictional city, ours was Viriditas, I’m very proud of it. We won the voting. After this, we went to Deak tér and goofed around for a bit, it was very fun. The following day we went to the building of the foundation: Edufun. It was very enjoyable, they introduced themselves very quickly, showed us around, gave us a quick presentation about weather, water storing, etc. Then we dove right into the tasks. First, they taught us how to make 3d files from 2d pictures. Then after we had these, it turned out that they pre-made some for us, because it was a part of the task we had to do. We had to make public transport lines out of plastic thingies. It was very enjoyable. When we were done with that we went to Margaret Island and did a quick GooseChase there.  After we went to some malls. The day afterward, we went to Esztergom and a kind lady gave us a very interesting lecture about conserving water. And we went to a very interesting museum about the usage of water. Then we went bowling, it was very cool. On Thursday we first went on a Green Island then went to the Gellert Spa. We also went to taste some medical water, only then did we go back and ran experiments on the previously collected water samples. Afterwards some of us went to the Széchenyi Spa. On Friday we did some tasks at school. For example, we had to compare the water usage of our countries. Then we made a presentation and poster about some given topics. The last day came the sad goodbye. We went out to the airport we stayed there for like an hour and spent some time together. We said goodbye, and now I am here writing this review. For me it was very worth it. I learned a lot about water and our cities, environment. The best thing was us actually using our creativity. I really liked the presentation parts. And I tried to put some work in when I had an opportunity. I liked basically everything in general. I am looking forward to the next part of the Erasmus.

Kiss Gergely, Kabala

First of all, I am really, really grateful that I got selected for this one; it was a great experience. Personally, it helped me a lot. I’m shy in Hungarian and don’t really like to perform in front of people, especially people I don’t know, but during this week I got a taste of what it’s like to collaborate with people from different backgrounds, which I really enjoyed. 

The organization was pretty good; I haven’t found any big flaws. Maybe that in the email and information we got, we should have gone way earlier to the airport, but everything turned out great, so it’s not really a problem at all. 

The programs that were organized by our teachers were mostly interesting; the first day was really good, with the icebreaker games and the presentations also helping me get to know the Italian girl I was hosting. The second day with the EduFun workshop was a bit cramped in time; the actual presentation and introduction was pretty good, but the actual work was kind of boring for me at least, but others can have different experiences, since I usually do 3D modelling on my own. The afternoon with the GooseChase app was enjoyable, having a long walk on Margit-sziget and getting to know the others a bit better. Wednesday was pretty good, because I had never actually been to Esztergom before, and the Bazilika looked amazing; the museum wasn’t that interesting, only the lecture that the lady did at the start of our visit was. Thursday was the most interesting for me personally and was the best experience. I’m not sure if the Italians liked it because the explanation was in Hungarian, and I had to translate for one of the groups, which was fun for me, but I don’t know if it sounded as professional as I wanted it to be. The afternoon lab experiments were really enjoyed by the Italians because they don’t have a lab this well prepared. Friday was fun, but everybody was a bit tired by the end of the week. 

The afternoons with my guest were really wonderful; the time we spent on our own I really liked and would do anything to have more weeks like this in the year. When we were with a large group, it was really hard to decide what we really wanted to do and also to see if everyone arrived in one piece. The differences in the use of public transport really showed 😊. Also, always waiting for everyone and fulfilling everybody’s needs was really hard. Most of the Hungarian hosts were really on their last breath by the end of the week; after all, it’s really hard to keep an eye on someone for almost all 24 hours of the day. I think I had one of the best Italian guests out of them all; she was really friendly, talkative, and excited. She seemed actually interested in what I was saying. I was really worried that I would get someone that doesn’t talk this much and we would have awkward silences, but fortunately it was the complete opposite; my family also was really happy with the experience overall. 

I think the Erasmus program’s main point is to make new friends and enjoy the time spent together, I think I made that happen; hopefully the Italian participants are on the same page. 

Lóki Péter, Azúr

When I first saw the Erasmus program opportunity to host an Italian student and later visit Italy, I knew I had to apply. The topic—environmental protection and sustainability—is something I deeply care about, and I also love the idea of cultural exchange. I was beyond excited when I got selected. Not only would I travel to Morlupo in September or October of 2025, but I would also get to host an Italian student in Budapest for a week. 

On March 9, the Italians arrived, and I won’t lie—I was nervous. I had no idea what my exchange student would be like or how we’d get along. But the moment I met Giulia, all my worries disappeared. She was confident, friendly, and instantly made herself at home. That first evening, we explored the city, did some shopping, and ate sushi, all while getting to know each other. It was clear right away that this week was going to be amazing. 

The school organized fantastic programs, and they were a lot of fun. We had icebreakers that worked, workshops that were exciting and educational, and trips that made me see my own city through fresh eyes. One of the best parts was visiting Széchenyi Spa. It was my first time there too, and seeing how much the Italians enjoyed it made the experience even better. Another highlight was our day trip to Esztergom. I also really enjoyed the 3D printing workshop—it was something totally new to me, and I found it fascinating. 

What I loved most, though, was simply spending time with everyone. By the end of the week, it felt like we’d known each other forever. We didn’t just talk about cultural differences; we actually experienced them, from movies and music to little everyday habits. Saying goodbye on Saturday was very tough. 

This exchange taught me so much—about sustainability, about different cultures, and about people in general. It reminded me that despite borders and languages, we’re all pretty much the same. I’m incredibly grateful for this experience, and I can’t wait to visit Italy in a few months. 

Pető Vince Benjámin, Lamanteam

Well, the thing is, I just don’t know how to start, I have so many great memories from last week. My first memory is from the first lunch when I tried to remember all the names of the people at our table. It was so hard, but in the end, I managed to do it: Isabella, Andrea, Julia Num1, Flavia, Gabrielle, Julia Num2, Aurora. I’m just so proud, I spent like 30 minutes trying, but it was worth it. 

Then we went home, met the family, and as soon as possible, we ran back to the city, to Buda Castle and the Fisherman’s Bastion. It was so beautiful; I will never forget that moment. We were with half of the team, and we took some awesome pictures. For me, this was one of the best days, but honestly, everything was so cool that I can’t really choose. 

The next morning, we went to training with Andrea, and I really enjoyed it, so if you’re reading this—thank you! At school, we had to make a presentation about what makes a city livable, and for me, it was useful. I talked a lot, and we made a video about our city we laughed so much! There were some great, friendly Italians, and in my opinion, I had the best team of all. After that, we went home to drop off our stuff, and just like on Monday, we went back to the city. We met with Julia (Num2) and Benyus and showed them around the heart of Budapest. I can still remember some funny moments we had together it was just so good. 

The next morning, we visited Telekom to see some 3D printing and engraving stuff. For me, it was kind of boring because I already know a lot about this topic, but I managed to find some interesting things to do. I think this was the workshop we could have replaced with something else. After that, we went back to school and then to a goose chase on Margaret Island. It was so much fun! We took some great pictures, and we all really enjoyed it. 

When we finished, we had free time, so Andrea, Julia, and I went to explore the city, the City Park, the Hungarian Parliament, Deák Ferenc Square, and the Budapest Eye at sunset. Then we went shopping, so it was a pretty busy afternoon. The next day, we traveled to Esztergom, and for me, that 40-minute trip felt a bit too long, but that’s just my problem. The Duna Museum was okay, but since 70% of it was in Hungarian, I probably wouldn’t go there with Erasmus again. The Basilica was beautiful and huge, I’ve been there with my family before, but I didn’t remember it being this big. 

The next day was really cool, especially at Green Island—it was interesting. Then I went to buy some wood with Benyus to make gifts.  

We went back to school and worked on a project about polluted water around us. It was interesting, and we learned a lot. After that, we went to Gellért Spa with all the Italians and Benyus. We showed them how beautiful the building is and then went inside. We spent the whole afternoon there, playing, laughing, and having so much fun. I really enjoyed it; it was when we truly started talking to each other and becoming close friends. 

Later, I showed Andrea the City Park again, at night, it looks perfect. For future programs, I highly recommend going there. On the way home, I lost my wallet, so I was kind of mad at myself, but then I thought about the day, and I was instantly happy again. It was an amazing day from start to finish, definitely my favorite. 

Friday was tough. I woke up thinking, this is our last day together. At first, I was really sad, but then Andrea told me, this isn’t really the end, we’ll keep talking, so don’t be sad. At school, we started preparing for the final presentation, and it was fun, I really loved working with them. They’re just so kind. Afterward, we had lunch together, went to Gordo Garden, and ended the project on a high note, together. 

Then came travel day… On the way to the airport, everything was fine, but I kept thinking about how and what to say at the end. In the car, we talked about the best moments of the week, which I really enjoyed. But when we arrived and started saying goodbye, it was one of the hardest moments, not in my whole life, but definitely in the last three years. I kept thinking about how we wouldn’t see each other for seven months, and I just wanted more time with this amazing group.  

In the end, I was crying and that almost never happens. So yeah, it was hard. 

Pál Gergő, Kabala

Last week I had the pleasure of participating in an Erasmus programme on environment studies. It was my first Erasmus experience, so I was curious to see what kind of experience I would get and how such an event would be organised. We were able to spend a whole week on different activities, which were all very varied. The Italians were all very open-minded, so we had the chance to get a little insight into their culture and make new friends. 

It’s hard for me to pick three favourites from the programmes, but for me these were the ones that offered the most and I enjoyed the most this week. The first one I would highlight was the “game” called GooseChase, it broke the ice in the group, everyone had fun while we exercised our brains. The Italians were very open thankfully, so after the programme we gave them a tour of the Pest side. The second thing that stood out for me was our visit to Esztergom. I had only been there once before, and then only in passing, so I was very happy to finally see the inside of the Basilica, not just the outside. And the water management museum was a pleasant surprise, as the modern and interactive exhibits made it much more exciting than I expected. It was interesting to learn about how people learned to swim in the old days, and I was surprised to see the subtle differences between the methods used to remove stains in the old days and the methods used today. After we visited the museum, we had an hour of free time, and it was great to see that we didn’t all sit down use our phones, but instead started a game together, which brought us even closer together. My third favourite activity was when we tested water samples in the lab. As I rarely have the opportunity to work in a lab, it was a particularly exciting experience. I couldn’t have done all the tests on my own, but thanks to the detailed explanations, everything became clear and I ended up really enjoying the process. It was especially nice that the Italians were so open and friendly, so we had the opportunity to explore the area together after the afternoon activities. One of the most memorable such occasions was the bowling match, which was a great atmosphere and helped to bring the team even closer together. I got to meet a lot of nice people and got to know people I had hardly spoken to before.  

During the week, I not only gained new knowledge about sustainable water management, but also a lifetime of experiences and friendships. I am glad to have been part of this programme and I hope to have many more similar opportunities to participate in Erasmus programmes, discover new places and meet inspiring people in the future. 

Rafael Lea, Polichrome

This is my first Erasmus where I had to host someone, but it was a really good experience and, in my opinion, it is a good chance to get to know other cultures and people. I was quite anxious before they came to Hungary, because I didn’t know what to expect and I was afraid that we wouldn’t be able to get to know each other that well. Fortunately, the girl I hosted was really nice and opened to different cultures and foods and we had a really great time together.  

For me, the topic was familiar, and some of the activities were far better than the rest and there were even better ones where I could learn a lot of new things, for example: when we were on the Margaret Island and we had to complete small tasks as a team using the GooseChase application, that was really useful and we had a lot of fun and it was really good to explore the island together. My other favourite activity was the Danube Museum in Esztergom, I have been in this museum before, but it was good to visit again because the modern and interactive exhibits were amazing, and I think the Italians liked it too. On Monday and on Friday we had to make presentations about our ideal city and about topics like this and it was really good to work in teams and I think in the end, there were very good and interesting presentation.  

The Italian participants were much open-minded and friendlier than I expected so my favourite parts when we were just sitting in a cafe or restaurant in the afternoons and just talking a lot together with the Italians and Hungarians and they taught us some Italian game and it was really fun. It surprised me that the Italians were really open-minded to the Hungarian food and they actually liked most of it, for example on Thursday we ate lángos at school and I asked them and most of them said that they liked it a lot or in the second day in the afternoon we showed them the city and they tried Túró Rudi and they liked it a lot. But also, most of the time we were with the large group and it was harder than I thought to decide what we really wanted to do or always waiting for everyone and for me it was really hard to keep an eye on someone for almost all 24 hours of the day and that’s why I was really tired by the end of the week.  

But overall, I am very grateful to have been able to take part in this project, I get a lot of new experiences and friends. 

Varga Júlia, Kabala

The 5 days we spent together were very active and effective. The program focused on water. We learned about the role of medicinal water, and on the Green Island environmental protection ship, participants discovered how wastewater generated on ships is treated to prevent it from being discharged into the river. With the EDU FUN team, they explored the concept of a livable city and even designed their own truly sustainable city. They tasted our medicinal waters, analyzed collected water samples in the laboratory, and then compared their own water footprints. During the sessions, the team quickly bonded, cooperation was excellent, and we listened to professionally accurate and interesting reports. 

Oláhné Nádasdi Zsuzsa

Our Erasmus+ project was successfully completed, following the planned schedule in its entirety.

The project began with a welcome by our headmaster, Györgyi Lendvai. This was followed by an icebreaker session, allowing students to familiarise themselves with one another. The day continued with an ecology workshop focusing on the question “What makes a city liveable?” The session set the foundation for the environmental themes of the project.

The second day commenced with an engaging EduFun workshop, designed to enhance students’ learning through interactive activities. In the afternoon they explored Margaret Island and its waters using Goosechase application.

The third day featured an excursion to Esztergom, where students collected water samples for laboratory analysis. The group participated in a Museum Pedagogical Workshop, which provided knowledge on water footprints and sustainable water use. A tour of the museum’s permanent exhibition further reinforced these concepts.

Thursday, the participants visited the Tanker Port as part of the Green Island Budapest Project, where they gained insights into sustainable water management. This was followed by a visit to the Gellért Spa and Rudas Drinking Fountain, where students explored the historical significance of Budapest’s natural water sources. In the afternoon, we held another ecology workshop about Budapest’s water system, deepening their understanding of the city’s environmental challenges. Participants prepared for their presentations focusing on groundwater and surface water. In our Science laboratory they carried out guided experiments with the collected water samples.

Students showcased their findings through presentations, demonstrating their knowledge and teamwork. They also participated in a quiz about Italy and Hungary, promoting cultural awareness. The final session included feedback and interactive games, allowing students to reflect on their learning experiences. The project concluded with an award ceremony, where certificates were distributed.

Baráth Béla