The Balaton region is one of Hungary’s most popular destinations.
When I was a child there were just a very few things making me as excited as I felt when I could go to the Balaton. For us Hungarians it is our sea.
The 77 kms long beautiful lake - the largest fresh-water lake of Central Europe - is ideal choice if you want to see some of the Hungarian countryside.
The beautiful landscapes, the great gastronomy, the fresh wines, the charme of the villages and the historical and architectural heritage of the region are all good reasons to plan a visit here. The tour requires a day.
The pearl of the Balaton is the Tihanyi Peninsula. This is the settlement we will visit first. Thanks to the special attributes of its landscape, its geological idiosyncrasies, its diverse flora and fauna, it was the first designated landscape protection area of the country. On its smaller hill a church and a monastery were founded in Tihany as early as nine centuries ago.
After admiring the breathtaking panorama and visiting the village we will head to Balatonfüred, the capital of the northern shore. Balatonfüred was always beloved by artists and writers, not by accident. We will make a walk along the pretty promenade and observe the beautiful villas and mansions.
Your day at Balaton lake will be completed by a visit to a winery with an amazing view over the Balaton. The fantastic panorama will most likely take your breath away. Mountains, hills, plains, forests, meadows, vineyards, villages and houses. Clouds, wind, colors, smells.
You can taste several wines of the region and hopefully find your favourite one. The winery offers fine food as well!