Tag "Balaton"
NAV auditors found errors in the summer sale every fifth inspection
At Lake Balaton and Lake Velence, the auditors carried out more than three thousand inspections between July 1 and August 31 this year, in 20 percent of the cases they...
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A legendary restaurant in Balaton may close its shutters
Zománc Bisztrócska, which has been operating since 2016, is waiting for a new owner after eight years. The owner of the bistro announced in a Facebook post that due to...
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Siófok is the star of the summer: short trips and apartments at Lake Balaton have conquered
Siófok was the most popular summer destination for Hungarians in 2024, according to booking data from Szállás.hu. The “capital” of the southern shore of Lake Balaton came out on top...
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The volcanic field of the Bakony-Balaton highlands received prestigious recognition
The area of the Bakony-Balaton highlands contains one of the densest volcanic fields in Europe. During the Late Miocene to Pleistocene period, between about 8 and 2.5 million years ago,...
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One service less at Balaton
This year, the Balaton First Aid Service treated a record number of injuries, providing assistance in more than 3,500 cases on 19 beaches in 13 settlements of Lake Balaton. More...
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Balaton tourism faces great challenges
The future of the Lake Balaton area is facing increasing challenges caused by climate change, the spread of invasive species and the growing pressure of tourism. According to HelloVidék’s report,...
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Beyond Balaton: List of Hungary’s favorite lakes
Lake Balaton is undoubtedly Hungary’s most popular summer destination, but many people complain about the crowds and high prices. However, there are many other lakes in our country that offer...
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Balaton’s free beach was closed
The Veszprém County Government Office temporarily closed the Somos free beach from August 16 due to the deterioration of the water quality of Lake Balaton. According to some reports, the...
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Szallas.hu: many people travel to Lake Balaton on the long weekend of August 20
Every third traveler rests on Lake Balaton during the four-day weekend of August 20; Siófok, Hajdúszoboszló, Hévíz, Eger and Szeged attract the most guests, Szallas.hu announced based on Wednesday’s booking...
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Luxury hobby attracts crowds to the shores of Lake Balaton
In Hungary, more and more people are discovering the joys of surfing, and the sport’s popularity is constantly growing. This is not surprising, since it is possible to surf in...
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MTÜ: the July festivals invigorated domestic tourism
A three-fold increase in the number of guests and guest nights due to the Balaton Sound, a significant increase in accommodation revenues during the Campus festival and EFOTT, or a...
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Balaton’s caterers were inspected by Nébih
At the beginning of the season, in the second week of July, the specialists of the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) withdrew about 245 kilograms of products from circulation...
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It turned out how much more expensive the heck is at Balaton than at Lidl
On the second of August, Lidl will offer a 15 percent discount on the hake stock, so 100 grams will be available for just HUF 280. On the other hand,...
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The water level of Lake Balaton has dropped, but is still optimal for the summer season
In the last twenty days, the average water level of Lake Balaton has decreased by ten centimeters and currently stands at 110 centimeters, reports hirbalaton.hu. Although it is ten centimeters...
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Balaton vs. Adria: where should you go on holiday? VOSZ also calculated it
Recently, many articles and speeches emphasize that it is more worthwhile to travel to Croatia than to vacation by the Hungarian sea. However, according to the calculations of the National...
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There are serious problems with the water of Lake Balaton
The water of Lake Balaton has reached 30 degrees Celsius, which currently does not cause problems for the lake’s wildlife, but may cause serious problems in the long term, said...
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The algae situation on Lake Balaton is stable
Despite the intense heat that has lasted for two weeks, the algae situation in Lake Balaton remains stable, HelloVidék reported. According to Boglárka Somogyi, head of the Hydrobotanical and Microbial...
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This is how Hungarians enjoy their vacations nowadays
Over the past year, a lot of contradictory information has come to light regarding the number of visitors to Lake Balaton. While, according to the data of the Hungarian Tourist...
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Szallas.hu: in the Balaton area, Siófok, Balatonfüred, Hévíz, Balatonlelle, Keszthely are the most popular destinations among Hungarians
Based on the number of guest nights spent between June 1 and July 16, Siófok, Balatonfüred, Hévíz, Balatonlelle and Keszthely are the most popular destinations among Hungarians in the Lake...
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Rural accommodations closed a stronger half year than last year
The momentum of tourism in 2023 will continue to make its impact felt. According to the data of the National Tourist Information Center (NTAK), between January and June, 7.5 million...
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The water level of Lake Balaton is decreasing
During the summer heatwave, the temperature of Hungarian lakes and rivers provides ideal conditions for beachgoers. It was 27 degrees at Mosoni-Duna Győr on Thursday, while it was 26 degrees...
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Balaton Tourism Association: There is hell on the shores of Lake Balaton
In a statement, the Balaton Tourism Association (BTSZ) drew attention to the fact that it is especially important to pay attention to the hosts during the holidays. In the summer...
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What is more expensive? The Croatian coast or Lake Balaton?
For years, Croatia has been one of the most popular summer destinations among Hungarians, as it has proven to be a particularly attractive choice due to its proximity and value...
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Twenty-eight Balaton beaches have received a five-star Blue Wave Flag
The Diási Játék Beach in Gyenesdiás won the title of Balaton’s Best Beach 2024, and 28 Balaton beaches can fly the five-star Blue Wave Flag for the best – it...
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There are serious problems with the water of Lake Balaton and Lake Venice
In recent weeks, the temperature of Lake Balaton has approached 30 degrees Celsius, while Lake Velence has even reached this value. But what impact does this have on the wildlife...
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Stormy weather is not good for tourism
Due to the stormy weather, the tasks of the water police and rescuers on Lake Balaton and Lake Velence have increased significantly in recent days. The police rescued people and...
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Enjoy Tesco on Lake Balaton this summer as well: delivery to your holiday home in up to 30 minutes
A holiday in Balaton can be about carefree relaxation and the usual comfort at the same time. This year, Tesco will once again ensure that those staying at the lakeside...
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Will the price of lángos at Lake Balaton increase?
The president of the Hungarian Catering Association, László Kovács, spoke on InfoRádio that caterers operating at Lake Balaton are trying to retain their regular customers and attract new ones with...
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Szallas.hu: Balaton attracted the most Hungarian guests in the second quarter
Every fifth domestic reservation was in the Balaton area in the second quarter, according to Szallas.hu data. Around the Hungarian sea, Siófok, Hévíz and Balatonfüred were the most popular, and...
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Fifty new places in the Magyar Konyha Balaton 2024 Gasztrokalauz
About three hundred restaurants, beach bistros, cafes, grills and pastry shops, including fifty new places, are listed in the Balaton 2024 Gastronomy Guide of Magyar Konyha magazine. The Magyar Konyha...
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