Utility poles in Hungary
Holes up the pole
Concrete poles with a column of holes up the middle are very strongly linked to Hungary.
- Concrete poles with a column of holes running up the middle.
- Common on village streets with orange-tiled houses.
- Seen now and then in neighbouring countries, but far more often in Hungary.
15 photos, grouped by the clue they show.
Key clue Holes up the pole 15
Hungary: what its poles look like
Hungary has one of the best-known pole clues in Europe: concrete poles with a column of holes running up the middle. Seen from the side, the holes look like a ladder.
These poles line village streets with low houses and orange-tiled roofs, often with several wires and a street light on each pole.
The holed concrete poles are found all over the country, from the Great Plain to small hill villages. City centres have more of their lines underground.
Look-alikes: how to tell them apart
Poland
RomaniaHoled poles also appear in neighbouring countries, but far less often. Hungarian signs use letters like ő and ű, which you will not see in Polish or Romanian.
Questions about poles in Hungary
Why do Hungarian poles have holes?
They are simply a design that Hungarian power companies have used for decades. For players, the holes are one of the most famous clues for recognising Hungary.
Are holed poles only found in Hungary?
No, you can see them now and then in neighbouring countries, but they are far more common in Hungary.