This infopack contains important information for all our members including logistics & membership fees to ensure participation.
However, we will be sending more information on elections & voting closer to the date.
The GEN Europe General Assembly will take place right before the Gathering between 9th-11th of August in Manas Garden (Hungary), with arrival day on the 8th of August.
The 2025 General Assembly will be available for remote access on the 10th and 11th of August from around 9:30 am each day.
Dear GEN Europe members,
Welcome to the 2025 General Assembly of GEN Europe! We are absolutely delighted to reconnect with so many familiar faces and extend a heartfelt welcome to all the new members joining our community. This infopack has been prepared to ensure you have everything you need for a wonderful and productive experience at this important event.
The General Assembly is a special time for us to come together, share our journeys, and shape the future of our network. Your presence and active participation are what make these gatherings so meaningful and impactful. We deeply appreciate your commitment and enthusiasm.
Please keep in mind that we will add more invitations, updates, and documents as the date approaches. Stay tuned for these additions, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Thank you for being such an integral part of GEN Europe. Your energy and dedication are what makes the network thrive.
We can’t wait to see you in Manas Garden and share in this exciting journey together!
In Community and with love,
GEN Europe
For additional information and questions, please contact:
Venue
Manas Garden is nestled near Lake Balaton, in Hungary, in a beautiful spot perfect to connect with nature & community!
📍 Address: Lengyeltóti, Rágniczapuszta 4, 8693 Hungary.
📍 Google Maps link: Click here for exact location!
🚆 By public transport:
A direct bus service departs from Budapest every day from Népliget autobus station. It departs at 2:50 pm and arrives at Lengyeltót Town Hall at 4:56 pm. Manas Garden is a 20-minute walk from Lengyeltóti Town Hall (1.8km), but you can also take another bus from here to the “Lengyeltóti, Kék-tó” stop, right next to the entrance of Manas Garden.
In addition, a train leaves for Fonyód every hour from Budapest-Déli railway station, and from there (Fonyód) the Kaposvár train takes you to Lengyeltóti railway station. You can find more information here: https://menetrendek.hu/ The distance from the railway station to Manas Garden is 4 km. You can take a local bus or walk (1h).
You can also check on Google Maps for directions with public transport.
🚗 By car:
The fastest way is to come via the M7 highway and exit at Fonyód or Balatonboglár towards Lengyeltóti. Pay attention to the information signs on the road. You leave the village on the eastern side of Lengyeltóti, the gate is just a few hundred meters from here. Attention: to use the M7 motorway, you need to buy a motorway sticker, which is available at any petrol station. We recommend the “10-day”, which allows you to use any motorway in the country freely for 10 days. Price for a car: 6620 HUF, for a caravan: 9630 HUF. More information: https://www.hungary-vignette.eu/en You can choose from several languages at the top right.
You will be directed to the parking area at the entrance gate (when checking in), please do not obstruct the traffic by waiting and parking on the side of the road.
You can ask for rideshares in the Gathering Telegram group (rideshares channel).
🌍 Travel sustainably! We strongly encourage you to walk, bike, carpool, or take a train/bus rather than flying. 🚆🚲
⚡ Electric car owners: sadly, we can’t offer charging facilities onsite—please plan accordingly.
The closest public electric car charging station to Manas Garden is located at TEA – Lengyeltóti Kira Panzió. This charging station provides two charging spots for electric cars, with a 11 kW charging power. It is available to anyone, operating 24/7 all year round. The station is approximately 10 km away from Manas Garden, which is about a 15-minute drive by car. More information: https://tea.evtoltok.hu/?charger=PT328
The registration for just the General Assembly ticket is free, though delegates will need to pay for food and accommodation, see prices below.
The price depends on the accommodation type that you choose:
Please note that there is limited availability for indoor rooms.
GEN Europe offers the opportunity to reimburse up to 33% of travel costs as travel assistance for one Voting Delegate from full members attending GEN Europe’s annual General Assembly. Though please note that it is capped at a maximum of 200 EUR and that we will not reimburse more than 75% of the received membership fee. This particularly applies to full members who only pay the recommended minimum. We encourage members to utilize this service only if truly necessary, as the membership fee is primarily intended to support and grow GEN Europe’s activities.
You’ll enjoy 3 delicious vegetarian meals per day—all included in your booking! 🥗🍞
🌿 Vegan & gluten-free options available (clearly labeled).
🌿 We cannot cater to specific diets/allergies—please plan accordingly.
☕ Yes, there’s coffee at breakfast! Plus, a cozy tea & coffee hut for treats throughout the day.
🧃 A bar will offer light alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks.
⏰ Meal times:
🍽 Breakfast: 7:30-9:00
🍽 Lunch: 13:00-14:00
🍽 Dinner: 18:30-19:30
Feeling snacky between meals? Bring some nuts, dried fruit, or your favorite munchies – packaging free! 😋
If you’re bringing children to the General Assembly and need childcare, please let us know by August 1st at membership@gen-europe.org to help us assess and arrange the best possible support for families,
Ecoprojects: 1 delegate ticket
Aspiring ecovillage members: 2 delegate tickets
Aspiring network members: 3 delegate tickets
Full ecovillage members: up to 6 delegates tickets
(3 for the first 10 members, 4 for up to 30 members, 5 for up to 40 members, 6 for up to 50 members)
Full network members: up to 10 delegate tickets
(5 for the first 10 members, 6 for up to 20 members, 7 for up to 30 members, 8 for up to 40 members, 9 for up to 50 members, 10 for up to and plus 60 members)
Note: Aspiring & full members can only claim your delegate tickets for the Gathering if your 2024 membership fee has been paid, and you have at least one delegate present in the General Assembly.
The ticket for the General Assembly and the European Ecovillage Gathering 2024 is only valid together with a food and accommodation booking with Ängsbacka. After you have purchased the Delegates Ticket, you will receive a confirmation email with a direct link to book your food and accommodation with Ängsbacka. Please ensure to book your indoor accommodation as soon as possible due to limited availability.
How to register for the General Assembly & Gathering? You have received a dedicated email from us, with the instructions on how to access Tickets and register.
If you haven’t – reach out to membership@gen-europe.org.