Sights & culture
Rick Astley announced for Paloznak Jazz Picnic 2019
The headliners of Paloznak Jazz Picnic are now all announced, including Rick Astley, The Jacksons,, Maceo Parker and more.
Fri, 22 Mar 2019
Sights & culture Nagyon Balaton
The past, present and future of Szigliget Castle
Learn more about the past, present and future Szigliget’s beautiful castle.
Thu, 21 Mar 2019
Sights & culture
Örvényeshegy Piknik announces Mario Biondi for 2019
Hidden amid the hills of Zala, Örvényeshegy Piknik, a small yet exciting arts festival, has just announced Mario Biondi as its 2019 headliner.
Fri, 8 Mar 2019
Sights & culture Nagyon Balaton
Valley of Arts announces first headliners for summer 2019
Valley of Arts recently announced two of its headliners, Alice Francis and Amber Run, for this July.
Tue, 12 Feb 2019
Sights & culture
Paloznak Jazz Picnic announces The Jacksons for 2019
Paloznak Jazz Picnic has just announced its 2019 headliners, with acts such as The Jacksons among them
Fri, 7 Dec 2018
Sights & culture
First acts named for the biggest Balaton festivals of 2019
Some of Balaton’s largest festivals have already announced their headliners: here’s what to expect at Lake Balaton’s music festivals in 2019.
Mon, 26 Nov 2018
Sights & culture
Burial site found in the ruins of Almádi Monastery
Urban legends and mysteries surround the ruins
Fri, 23 Nov 2018
Sights & culture
The myths behind Balatonudvari’s heart-shaped tombstones
With its uniquely shaped tombstones and the myths behind them, the cemetery in Balatonudvari is one of Lake Balaton’s most peculiar destinations.
Thu, 22 Nov 2018
Sights & culture
Explore the hills, castles and mills of Tapolcai-medence
From hills and castles to mills and press houses, here’s a guide to all the exciting things to explore around Tapolcai-medence.
Tue, 6 Nov 2018
Sights & culture
See what Balaton summers looked like in the 1950s
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.
Tue, 16 Oct 2018
Sights & culture
Balaton from above: Őrtorony Lookout Tower in Tihany
Lake Balaton from above is always uplifting – we discover the lookout towers of Balaton in an ongoing series. Next: Őrtorony in Tihany.
Thu, 11 Oct 2018
Sights & culture
Walk among medieval monastery ruins in Somogy
The Saint Ladislaus National Memorial, along with a trail in the forest and a lookout tower, is one of Somogyvár’s must-see attractions.
Wed, 5 Sep 2018
Sights & culture
Balaton photographer captures the beauty of sailing
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'.
Fri, 20 Jul 2018
Sights & culture
Discover countryside gems with the free We Love Hungary guide out now
A guide to wine regions, rolling hills and historic towns.
Tue, 3 Jul 2018
Sights & culture
National Geographic publishes brilliant Balaton photography
In a new article, the publication shared the colourful photographs of Zsófia Pályi while also talking about the best destinations at Lake Balaton.
Thu, 24 May 2018
Sights & culture
Valley of Arts festival returns for 2018 – adding a new location and more free parking
Here’s all the information you need about this year’s Valley of Arts festival.
Thu, 17 May 2018
Sights & culture
Al Di Meola to open a new festival in Zalacsány
Pálos Vendégház and the organisers of the Valley of Arts bring a new festival to Örvényeshegy at the end of May.
Thu, 10 May 2018
Sights & culture
Balaton boats are back in action
Boats will operate on more lines starting from May, calling at a greater number of docking places around Lake Balaton.
Tue, 17 Apr 2018
Sights & culture
More top acts named for Balaton Sound
From first-timers to returning guests, more and more names are being announced for this year’s Balaton Sound music festival.
Mon, 16 Apr 2018
Sights & culture
Five hidden villages on Balaton’s north shore
You don’t have to go off the map to experience the idyll of rural life: just make sure to stop if you travel through these villages.
Fri, 6 Apr 2018
Sights & culture
House of Jewish Excellence opens in Balatonfüred
The House of Jewish Excellence, a new exhibition space and cultural center in Balatonfüred’s old town, is now open to visitors.
Wed, 4 Apr 2018
Sights & culture
Hike across Keszthelyi-hegység to discover monastery ruins and lookout towers
From monastery ruins to an abundance of lookout towers, here’s where to hike in Keszthelyi-hegység.
Wed, 14 Mar 2018
Sights & culture
Kinizsi Castle to be completely renovated by 2020
Kinizsi Castle will be reconfigured for a billion forints, with the aim of providing a true picture of its original condition and functions.
Wed, 31 Jan 2018
Sights & culture
The Balaton-made soap that conquers the world
The soaps that contain water from Hévíz and English or French perfumes can be found all around the world.
Tue, 7 Nov 2017
Sights & culture
This iconic Balaton spot is worth a visit in every season
This is how Hegyestű looked like this fall.