20/08/2026
🇭🇺🥖 August 20: Celebrating Hungary, St. Stephen & the New Bread
August 20 is one of Hungary’s most important national holidays, celebrating the foundation of the Hungarian state and the legacy of St. Stephen, Hungary’s first king. 👑🇭🇺
St. Stephen united the country, established a stable European kingdom, and laid the foundations of Hungary’s Christian and cultural identity. His legacy continues to shape Hungarian history and traditions more than 1,000 years later. ✨
The day is also known as the Day of the New Bread. 🌾🥖 Traditionally, the first bread made from freshly harvested wheat was blessed and shared, symbolizing life, renewal, gratitude and community.
💡 Did you know?
✔️ St. Stephen was canonized in 1083.
✔️ His preserved right hand, the Holy Right (Szent Jobb), is one of Hungary’s most revered national relics.
✔️ The Holy Crown of Hungary is one of the country’s most important symbols of statehood. 👑
✔️ Ceremonial loaves decorated with Hungarian 🇭🇺 ribbons are still baked across the country on August 20.
✔️ The traditions and history of August 20 are also part of the nVisa Cultural Knowledge Exam material. 📚
Whether you’re exploring Hungarian history, enjoying the celebrations, or sharing a slice of new bread, August 20 is a wonderful opportunity to connect with Hungary’s cultural heritage. ❤️🇭🇺
👉 Prepare for the Cultural Knowledge Exam with our group or individual courses: https://nvisa.eu/en/courses/