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New Netflix fantasy series filmed at Festetics Palace in Keszthely

Look out for the opulent interiors of Festetics Palace in Keszthely when you watch the current Netflix fantasy series 'Shadow and Bone', partly filmed at the Baroque pile near Lake Balaton.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021

2021 Balaton Sound now cancelled

No Balaton Sound this summer – organisers admit defeat after earlier hopes of this major lakeside music event going ahead.

Tue, 2 Mar 2021

Balaton Sound and Strand Festival for summer 2021?

Sites have already been booked for Balaton Sound and the Strand Festival 2021, a positive sign of the summer to come – the pandemic situation willing, of course.

Fri, 4 Dec 2020

Hévíz closes but may soon reopen

Hévíz, the large thermal lake near Balaton, was forced to close this week due to the pandemic shutdown – but the good news is that it may even reopen a week from now. Watch this space!

Tue, 24 Nov 2020

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.

Fri, 13 Nov 2020

Stars of jazz, pop and classical music – who to look out for at VeszprémFest 2021

Top Hungarian and international names play VeszprémFest 2021 next July, with music from pop to Paganini on the agenda. Here are the highlights!

Thu, 29 Oct 2020

3 great places to try in Veszprém this autumn

New to Veszprém? So are these three great places, a sourdough bakery, a Thai eatery and a ruin bar set in a mill dating back to the 1400s.

Mon, 5 Oct 2020

See Balaton in beautiful autumn light

Enjoy autumnal views of fabulous Fonyód thanks to our expert photographer, Tamás Kőrösi, who has captured the lake and shore in all their seasonal glory.

Thu, 3 Sep 2020

Magical reunion brings Celtic figure together after 2,000 years

A 2,000-year-old mystery has been solved in Kékkút, near Veszprém. Two halves of a tombstone showing the image of a Celtic woman were brought together, one found at a vineyard, the other at a church.

Tue, 25 Aug 2020

Break out the champagne – Felix comes to Balaton!

The award-winning Felix restaurant has branched out from its historic surroundings just below Buda Castle to open a relaxing wine bar with superior tipples and bubbles in the heart of Balatonfüred.

Wed, 19 Aug 2020

From award-winning beach food to fried fish of legend – where to pay contactless for quality eats around Balaton

Discover the culinary riches of Lake Balaton's south shore, from fish to ice cream and burgers to hot dogs – and pay for it all easily and securely contactless.

Tue, 18 Aug 2020

From award-winning cuisine to artisanal ice cream – enjoy fine delights and pay contactless around Balaton

Dine in fine fashion by Lake Balaton, sample delicious artisanal ice cream and tuck into prime pastries – and pay contactless all the way!

Wed, 12 Aug 2020

Hands free! Dine at great restaurants around Lake Balaton with contactless payments

The impact of the last few months still resonates in our everyday lives, and we have ever more opportunities to pay contactless in ever more restaurants. Here are some super choices around Balaton!

Wed, 29 Jul 2020

Kolodko statuette appears in Veszprém – now locals need to name him!

Standing guard by Heroes' Gate in Veszprém, a new figurine by guerrilla sculptor Mihail Kolodko echoes local history – and needs to be named by locals! Look out for two more soon to appear in town!

Mon, 27 Jul 2020

Find a brilliant bistro kitchen amid the idyllic greenery of the Zen Garden Resort

The Zen Garden Resort in Zánka combines a unique lodging with a top-quality restaurant, the Bamboo Bistro, in an idyllic, family-friendly space ideal for events, getaways and active breaks.

Wed, 22 Jul 2020

Look out for our free new We Love Balaton guide for summer 2020 – in English!

Out now! Pick up a copy of the new We Love Balaton guide summer 2020 from a Tourinform office and pocket all the information you need for a safe, fun, enjoyable break at Hungary's great getaway!

Tue, 21 Jul 2020

Where history meets modern gastronomy and winemaking: Tihanyi Vinarius

Sip superb wines, sample seasonal cuisine and find the perfect location for your corporate event, all at Tihanyi Vinarius, in the atmospheric, historic setting of Tihany overlooking Lake Balaton.

Fri, 17 Jul 2020

It’s a tie! BalaPork and fish broth share Beach Food of the Year award for 2020

There's not one but two winners of the Beach Food of the Year competition for 2020: a surprising pork dish and a satisfying fish broth. Full marks to the Discovery of the Year, Spéci Hotdog & Krumpli.

Tue, 7 Jul 2020

Stay

Legendary Fügekert ups the ante on its top breakfasts with a new suite and spa

Welcome to Fügekert 2.0, the popular getaway spot in Zánka at the gateway to Káli-medence now sporting a new wing, spa, suite, communal area and all.

Sat, 4 Jul 2020

Nightlife Gastro

Paper Dog no paper tiger – we visit Papírkutya in Veszprém

Where music, rum and bistro cuisine combine – Papírkutya will also be a cultural hub once Veszprém becomes European Capital of Culture in 2023.

Wed, 1 Jul 2020

Balaton

Cool, elegant and lively – CNN Travel exalts Balaton’s endless summer

Another endless summer at Lake Balaton – leading English-language travel site CNN is struck by the attractions of Hungary's main getaway and fascinated by its social history.

Fri, 26 Jun 2020

Balaton

Big weekend expected at Lake Balaton

This weekend at Lake Balaton – more trains from Budapest, special attractions at the Festetics Palace in Keszthely and busy beaches.

Gastro

Where to find fine wine – the Domaine Edegger hosts its Grand Weekend Opening

With a Grand Opening weekend on 3-4 July, the family-run Domaine Edegger Winery is being unveiled in the heart of Badacsony, the realisation of a long-held dream on the part of its passionate owner.

Fri, 19 Jun 2020

Sights & culture

Szigliget Castle now reopened after major renovations

After nine months of renovations, the most beautiful castle around Lake Balaton, Szigliget, has just reopened to the public and is now awaiting visitors every day.

Wed, 3 Jun 2020

Sights & culture Active

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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