National Walking Day Held in Veszprém

The National Walking Day is to promote regular physical activity and community building, through which the organizers sought to guide people of all ages—but especially members of the older generation—toward an active, health-conscious lifestyle.

As the event held in Veszprém Valley, enthusiastic groups arrived from all corners of the country to demonstrate that sports truly know no age limits. The event served as a comprehensive all-day health event, which aligns closely with our shared mission, which we have long embraced by holding this year’s European Region of Sport title.

At the ceremonial opening Mónika Sótonyi, deputy mayor of Veszprém, welcomed the attendees, emphasizing that it is a source of immense joy and pride for Veszprém and the entire region to be able to host the members of the National Walking Club in such a historic and natural setting.

"This year, our city holds the title of European Region of Sport, and this current year is particularly highlighting what we can all do in our daily lives to promote health and health awareness. The goal is to achieve a longer and healthier life,” — emphasized Mónika Sótonyi.

At the event, the memory and spirit of the nation’s athlete, the former world champion in cross-country running, the late Sarolta Monspart, who envisioned and established the network of walking clubs. Zsolt Monspart, president of the foundation, recalled his sister’s legendary and inspiring personality. He shared with the audience that his sister never formally greeted him in the morning; instead, she would immediately ask if they had gone for a run that day. We would like to carry this spirit this example is what we’d like to carry forward in today’s world as well.

The president added that Sarolta’s dream was for everyone who wanted to be active to findan opportunity to exercise in a fun, friendly. Today, the network boasts impressive numbers. Nationwide, it gets approximately 80,000 people moving, and in addition to the current 650 clubs, reaching the milestone of 1,000 is the long-term goal, which achieved through strategic collaboration in sports, as the 91 communities provide an excellent foundation for establishing new communities.