Sights & culture
From village cinema to Scandinavian lounge pods – our 5 favourite Hello Wood installations
This year’s Hello Wood has not failed to amaze us with its wooden structures – here are our top picks.
Mon, 13 Jul 2015
Sights & culture
9 Balaton destinations to transport you back in time
Famous people did famous things by Lake Balaton, and they all needed a local base to be able to create and relax in peace - here are some of the most imporant ones.
Thu, 25 Jun 2015
Sights & culture Nagyon Balaton
Everyone who counts drops anchor here – 5 summer events at Kultkikötő
Celebrating a decade this year, Kultkikötő starts on 26 June. We picked out five events that are not to be missed.
Fri, 29 May 2015
Sights & culture
Everything changes - the evolution of the Valley of Arts
Electric car and street food in Kapolcs: the urbanization of the Valley of Arts.
Thu, 12 Mar 2015
Sights & culture
The 7 best locations in Balaton Method
From Balatonföldvár's culture centre, through empty roads Káli Basin, to hot air balloons, Balaton Method reveals loads of fun things about the Balaton.
Tue, 13 Jan 2015
Sights & culture
Hiking boots, maces and gliders - the castles and forts of Lake Balaton
Everyone who set foot on the shores of Lake Balaton built forts: the Celts, Romans, Franks, Hungarians and Turks as well. Then they went on to destroy others' forts. We collected the remaining ones in this article. Early loo architecture, a Celtic tour, wooden towers, sword-fighting and archery from Pécsely to Zalavár.
Tue, 9 Dec 2014
Sights & culture
The Definitive Christmas Gift Guide For Balaton Addicts - Pt. 1.
The freshest Christmas gift ideas for those suffering from a severe case of Balaton addiction and fellow sufferers.
Mon, 8 Dec 2014
Sights & culture
Holiday Cheer by Lake Balaton
We checked out the Advent fair and Christmas preparations of 6 Balaton settlements.
Wed, 3 Dec 2014
Tue, 11 Nov 2014
Sights & culture
Three Monadnocks - Three Modern Buildings
Three wineries make and sell wine to us in arguably cool buildings.
Tue, 28 Oct 2014
Sights & culture
Balaton Zoo Zoom
Buffaloes wallowing in the water and blood-thirsty crocodiles were only some of the beasts we recently saw by Lake Balaton.
Thu, 21 Aug 2014
Sights & culture
Outdoor cinemas on the southern shore
After our northern shore roundup, we made our way to the southern side to check out the outdoor cinemas there: the giant, the free, the modernized dog friendly and the cosy.
Mon, 28 Jul 2014
Sights & culture
Outdoor cinemas on the northern shore
Four outdoor cinemas remain standing on the northern shore. Check out our review of the charming, the all-rounder, the rundown and the free.
Fri, 25 Jul 2014
Sights & culture
Top Valley choices – 10 concerts to warm you up for the Valley of Arts
The valley of Kapolcs will be bustling with art starting from Friday, which does not only mean a boatload of craftspeople, rastas and rasta craftspeople, but some top-notch music events as well.
Mon, 7 Jul 2014
Sights & culture
10 +1 Songs To Warm You Up For Balaton Sound
Balaton Sound will begin on Thursday, so we sketched up a list of acts to watch out for, on the Main Stage and beyond.
Thu, 3 Jul 2014
Sights & culture
Farmers' Markets around Lake Balaton, Pt. 1
We have collected a bunch of farmers' markets around Lake Balaton, where you can bump into special stalls during your thoroughly enjoyable shopping experience.
Fri, 2 May 2014
Sights & culture
Fidel Castro and the Titanic of Balaton
On which boat did Fidel smoke his cigars, where did the Titanic of Balaton tip over, which boat is the largest, eldest and most comely? All you need to know about the boats of the Balaton.
Wed, 2 Apr 2014
Sights & culture
What have the Romans ever done for us at Lake Balaton?
Nothing. They only gave us the Sió Channel, the roads and the Tihany ferry. And wine! And villas, fortresses and one of the most famous antique treasures of the world. Oh, and the Pagan Madonna. Roman attractions at Lake Balaton.
Wed, 16 Oct 2013
Sights & culture
Where the Bishop Drank Wine on the Terrace—Palaces Around Lake Balaton Pt. 1
A Bishop on holiday, a whimsical count, world-renowned painters and Scotland at Lake Balaton. Palaces Around the Lake, Pt. 1.
Tue, 8 Oct 2013
Sights & culture
Spending a Day in Veszprém
Veszprém is a perfect place for a 1- or 2-day visit; it has it all from engaging museums and galleries, through gastronomical specialties, to the renovated Veszprémvölgy, the Zoo, and long autumn strolls.
Tue, 1 Oct 2013
Sights & culture
Legends, fantasy, and the chapels of the Balaton
Bearded artists, disco dancing Socialist youth, legends and fantasy--chapels to visit at Balaton.
Sat, 28 Sep 2013
Sights & culture
Road trip: Balatonfüred, the retro capital
Retro buildings, the grace of history, the slaps of Ötvös Csöpi, fatty marrow and rosé wines on tap. We took a walk in the autumn Balatonfüred.
Mon, 2 Sep 2013
Sights & culture
Treasure hunt and ruin trip around Balaton - Part 2
When summer is over, it''s time to turn our backs to the water. This slightly warm autumn weather is the best for making trips near Balaton. Here are five possible destinations for the road trips.
Tue, 27 Aug 2013
Sights & culture
''I would love to try Van Gogh's ice cream''
We put a few questions to people at ARTplacc Festival. It turned out Tihany is fine as it is, no one wants to be a hamburger and even Picasso appeared on the shore. Interviews.
Wed, 14 Aug 2013
Sights & culture
Treasure hunt and ruin trip around Balaton - Part 1
If you're fed up with lying on the beach and eating lángos, play Indiana Jones around Balaton. You can discover several castle and church ruins for free on both sides of the lake.