Balaton is central Europe's largest lake, shallow enough to warm quickly in summer, with a busy southern shore of resorts and a quieter northern shore of volcanic hills and vineyards. Ferries cross between the two, and a cycle path circles the whole lake. Tihany peninsula and the basalt hills behind Badacsony hold the best views and wine.
Related activities
Badacsony wine tasting
Tasting of volcanic-soil whites on the northern shore hills.
How to get to Lake Balaton
Lake Balaton sits in Hungary. It pairs well with Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
The source we checked states that entry to Lake Balaton is free.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Badacsony wine tasting.
Lake Balaton FAQ
How much does it cost to visit Lake Balaton?
The source we checked states that entry to Lake Balaton is free.
Where is Lake Balaton?
Lake Balaton is in Hungary.
What is near Lake Balaton?
Nearby places include Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, Jewish Quarter.
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