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Giro d’Italia cycle race roadshow rolls by Balaton
Think pink! The Giro d’Italia cycle race and its road show will be running through Badacsony, Tihany and Balatonfüred this Sunday afternoon, 8 May.
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Balaton cyclists to get an easier ride in 2021
With record numbers of cyclists heading to Balaton in 2020, Hungarian state rail MÁV and the Hungarian Cycling Club are working on a series of proposals to make travel easier in 2021.
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Hungary welcomes you back! New video showcases highlights as the country reopens
See how Hungary is welcoming back visitors thanks to a high-spec video showcasing the best the country has to offer.
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Explore Kab-hegy, an extinct volcano with a sweeping vista
Balaton’s Kab-hegy offers a hike through a multifaceted landscape, perfect for a day out.
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Tour Óvár for a splendid view
This easy hike to Tihany’s venerable hill fort will reward you with a captivating view.
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See Lake Balaton from the air
This is what Lake Balaton looks like from the basket of a hot air balloon flying more than a kilometre above the ground.
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5+1 best SUP routes around Lake Balaton
These SUP routes around Lake Balaton will help you take stand-up paddleboarding to the next level.
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Tour the forgotten hill of Haláp
The forgotten hill of Haláp recently became more tourist-friendly with a study trail – now you can get a closer view of this deserted beauty.
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See the Kékszalag Balaton sailing race in action
See brilliant images from Lake Balaton’s major sailing race, Kékszalag 2019.
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See the Red Bull Air Race at Lake Balaton
The Red Bull Air Race will be staged at Zamárdi this year – here’s what to expect.
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Tihany beach reopens with a launch party and food trucks
The beach at Tihany jetty has recently been refurbished and now features food trucks, reusable cups and more.
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Balaton winemakers garlanded with awards in London
Balaton’s wine regions collected one gold, eight silver and five bronze medals, and one Trophy Award at two prestigious international wine competitions.
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Major acts play Balaton Piknik 2019
Morcheeba and Róisín Murphy appear at Balaton Piknik, a two-day gathering around the iconic globe-shaped landmark, the Gömbkilátó, in Balatonboglár.
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Zamárdi updates summer schedule with Red Bull Air Race and festival line-up
The town on Lake Balaton’s south shore hosts major music fests and key sports event, the Red Bull Air Race.
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Legendary Balaton sailboat now restored after 75 years
A 75-year-old sailboat, Trinidad, was rebuilt by the shipbuilding Bruckner family in Balatonarács.
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Explore Somló from its cellars to its lookout tower
With its cosy wine terraces and romantic hiking trails, Somló hill is the perfect destination for a weekend in autumn.
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Hungarian sailing photos from Balaton selected for world competition
Vote for the works of Hungarian photographers in one of the most renowned sailing photography competitions in the world.
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Balaton from above: Csobánc
Paraglider paradise Csobánc also offers beautiful views for hikers.
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How to beat the heat at Balaton
Here are some tips on how to survive the summer heat at Lake Balaton.