Already under construction, Szigliget Castle is set to be renewed by the spring of 2020. It is still open to visitors all summer but will close soon afterwards.
Try exciting Hungarian cuisine in charming surroundings at Tölgyes Kúria.
Recently found in a basement in Keszthely and now on display at the Balaton Museum, this collection of coins and jewellery tell the tragic story of a Jewish family.
Travel to Lake Balaton with the carpool system of oszkar.com!
Hableány, an iconic establishment in Badacsony, now also houses an exhibition and a modern winery as well as being a restaurant.
The first fish restaurant on the north shore recently opened in Aszófő – here’s a first look at Szálka Bistro.
From restaurants to food trucks, the new Lake Balaton Gastro Map helps you find all things culinary around the shore and beyond.
Brix Bistro has classics and daring dishes on the menu, providing an extra reason to take a trip to Hévíz.
Here’s a selection of 12 excursions spots and 12 nearby restaurants that are perfect destinations for a winter weekend.
The scenic terrace of the refurbished Apátsági Rege Confectionery is the perfect stop for a scoop of ice cream, a delicious dessert or a lavish lunch.
Taberna Infinito, an apartment-restaurant, offers simple yet tasty Greek dishes and an awesome view from Szent György-hegy.
Tamás Németh smokes top-quality meats at Konyha 2.0 at Gyenesdiás market.
Visit these confectioneries to try some of the best desserts of Lake Balaton.
Revamped Mango Beach in Balatongyörök has great pizzas and a menu that changes every two weeks.
The team of Neked Főztem has opened a 180-seat restaurant in Balatonfüred with new design and dishes.
Pörc Bistro has opened next to the popular deli of the same name in Balatonkenese. Sausages and beef patties are grilled in an open kitchen.
There are always fresh faces on the wine map of Lake Balaton worth paying attention to. These five wineries look particularly promising.
Here’s everything you need to know about the beloved hybrid wine that is Cserszegi fűszeres.
With more and more Balaton vineyards focusing on Furmint, it’s a wine to look out for.
These Balaton wines will help you say goodbye to winter and welcome spring with open arms.
The wine regions of Balaton are mostly known for their whites, but there are plenty of great reds to find around the lake.
Here are some of the speciality cafés, buffets and confectioneries where you can start the day with a great cup of coffee.
The beach at Tihany jetty has recently been refurbished and now features food trucks, reusable cups and more.
See what Lake Balaton has in store for the month of July in 2019.
Here’s how to make a detour when the traffic to Lake Balaton on the M7 motorway gets too much.
These are the main acts who will take the stage around Lake Balaton this summer.
From north to south, here’s where to stop along the Balaton Bike Ring.
The summer timetable for Balaton trains comes into force on June 15.
With summer in full swing, here are the best things to do around Lake Balaton while the sun shines.
With The Jacksons and Rick Astley coming to Paloznak in August, the cosiest festival at Lake Balaton has a stellar line-up for 2019.
The MOL Nagyon Balaton event series brings various festivals to the shores of Lake Balaton.
Here are ten wine terraces when you can enjoy the sunshine over a glass or two.
Morcheeba and Róisín Murphy have just been announced for Balaton Piknik, a two-day gathering at the iconic globe-shaped landmark at Balatonboglár, the Gömbkilátó.
Valley of Arts recently announced two of its headliners, Alice Francis and Amber Run, for this July.
Learn more about the past, present and future of Csobánc Castle.
These attractions are the ones you shouldn’t miss when visiting Lake Balaton.
Learn more about the past, present and future Szigliget’s beautiful castle.
Visit Lake Balaton’s best markets for fresh produce and a truly local experience.
From monasteries to castles, these ten ruins are some of the most beautiful around Lake Balaton.
Hilly, historic and in parts volcanic, Balaton’s north shore differs in character from its southern counterpart a regular ferry hop away.
Some of Balaton’s largest festivals have already announced their headliners: here’s what to expect at Lake Balaton’s music festivals in 2019.
The town on Lake Balaton’s south shore hosts major music fests and key sports event, the Red Bull Air Race.
From the history of Lake Balaton to contemporary art, these ten museums offer a wide array of cultural delights.
The Saint Ladislaus National Memorial, along with a trail in the forest and a lookout tower, is one of Somogyvár’s must-see attractions.
Lake Balaton from above is always uplifting – we discover the lookout towers of Balaton in an ongoing series. Next: Őrtorony in Tihany.
From libraries to ruins, here are ten fascinating places around Lake Balaton.
The repurposed lookout tower on Lake Balaton’s north shore provides a great view of almost the entire eastern basin.
Admire Balatonfüred and Lake Balaton from Jókai Lookout Tower.
Enjoy a fine view of the north shore from the Millennium Lookout Tower on Fülöp-hegy, above Révfülöp.
Balatonboglár’s Gömbkilátó was made during the 1958 Expo. The floodlit structure has an amazing view of Balaton.
Lake Balaton’s spas are a great choice if you wish to relax and heal in warm thermal waters – here are the best.
At Siófok’s Aranypart Camping, the season starts on April 27 – here’s why you should pay a visit even in spring.
Aristocrats are rare in Hungary – so it feels unique to stay at the home of someone who is actually noble. Especially if there’s a breakfast of backyard goods involved.
Laura Takács dreamed about a holiday home in Balatonhenye. Years later, she dreamed A nyaraló for others, so that they have one, too.
Balaton is an entirely different place in winter, and one worth exploring. These photos from the Balaton Uplands will show you why.
Péter Kálló’s drone video captured Lake Balaton in the process of freezing over.
Here’s a selection of images by outstanding local photographers capturing Lake Balaton in all its wintertime beauty.
Despite the weight of history, summers were still easy-going at Lake Balaton in the 1950s. Here’s a selection of photos from that decade.
Here’s a selection of photos from the Fortepan archives, showcasing the cars, rest stops and roads of Lake Balaton of yesteryear.
Tóti-hegy, the smallest solitary hill around Balaton, offers the most beautiful view in the region.
From sweeping vistas to hidden spots, here are some of We Love Balaton’s favourite photos from the summer of 2018.
Balaton photographer Zsolt Hlinka has always felt close to water ever since he was a child. Here’s a selection from his series entitled 'Lake Balaton'.
An American astronaut has shared a photograph of Lake Balaton from space.
In a new article, the publication shared the colourful photographs of Zsófia Pályi while also talking about the best destinations at Lake Balaton.
Photographer Péter Orbán joined Balaton Camino from Szigliget to Keszthely and captured great moments with a drone.
Visiting Lake Balaton? Use our all-purpose map - it provides every bit of information you need, and more.
Put on some layers and get ready, because Balaton is alive and well all through the winter. Here’s our bucket-list for this season.
This is the golden age of homemade syrups. We rounded up the best producers whose amazing cordials are available at Lake Balaton and in Budapest as well.
We teamed up with MOL Nagyon Balaton again to put together a top 100 list of veteran establishments as well as noteworthy newbies.
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