Summer Fun

Summer at Lake Balaton

Summer at Lake Balaton is all about the water. Swim from the lake’s beaches, try sailing or paddling, take on a floating water park or spend the day racing down waterslides. From the shallow southern shore to the active beaches of the west and the sailing centres of the north, there are many ways to make the most of a sunny day by the lake.

Zamárdi Public Beach – Zamárdi

Zamárdi’s long public beach is a classic Lake Balaton summer experience on the southern shore. Its spacious waterfront, shallow water and open views towards the Tihany Peninsula make it an easy choice for swimming, relaxing and spending a full day by the lake.

A promenade runs alongside the waterfront, with places to eat and plenty of space for walking, cycling or simply enjoying the view. The shallow southern shore also makes Zamárdi particularly popular with families during the summer months. Find out more

Lido Beach – Vonyarcvashegy

Lido Beach in Vonyarcvashegy is a great choice for an active summer day on the western shore of Lake Balaton. Alongside swimming and relaxing by the water, the beach offers a wide range of sports and water-based activities.

Try SUP, windsurfing, wing foil, wakeboarding or water skiing, or simply enjoy the beach and its sports facilities. With activities both on and off the water, Lido Beach offers a more active alternative to a traditional day by the lake. Find out more

Annagora Aquapark – Balatonfüred

Annagora Aquapark in Balatonfüred is an easy way to add a full day of waterslides and pools to a Lake Balaton holiday. The park offers a wide range of slides alongside wave pools, children’s pools, a slow river and wellness areas.

Younger children have their own pools and slides, while bigger kids and adults can choose from faster rides or simply relax by the water. Located close to Lake Balaton, Annagora is a good alternative when you want more action than a traditional beach day. Find out more

Keszthely Water Park – Keszthely

Located directly on Lake Balaton at Keszthely City Beach, the Keszthely Water Park turns a day at the lake into an active water adventure. Its floating obstacle course features more than 30 elements, including climbing challenges and a slide over three metres high.

The park welcomes visitors from the age of six, with life jackets required for everyone using the course. SUP rental is also available, making it easy to add another water activity to a summer day on the western shore of Lake Balaton. Find out more

Sailing on Lake Balaton

Sailing is one of the classic ways to experience Lake Balaton. Marinas and sailing centres can be found around both the northern and southern shores, with opportunities ranging from introductory sailing experiences to boat rental and trips with a skipper.

You don’t need to be an experienced sailor to get out on the water. Join a skippered trip and see the shoreline, volcanic hills and lakeside towns from a completely different perspective – especially memorable on a clear summer afternoon or around sunset. Find out more

Ferry Between Szántód and Tihany

Crossing Lake Balaton by ferry is more than just a convenient way to travel between the northern and southern shores. The short journey between Szántód and Tihany takes you out onto the lake, with open views of the Tihany Peninsula and the surrounding shoreline.

Take the ferry on foot, by bicycle or with your car and combine two sides of Lake Balaton in one day. In summer it is an especially enjoyable part of exploring the region – and the crossing also operates beyond the main holiday season. Find out more

Cruise on Lake Balaton

See Lake Balaton from a different perspective on a sightseeing cruise. Boats depart from several ports around the lake, offering an easy way to enjoy the water without having to sail or paddle yourself.

Choose a daytime cruise for views of the shoreline and surrounding hills, or head out in the evening to watch the sun set over the lake. Cruises operate from a number of Balaton towns during the main season, making them easy to add to a summer itinerary. Find out more

SUP & Kayaking on Lake Balaton

Paddling is a simple way to leave the busy beaches behind and experience Lake Balaton directly from the water. SUP boards and kayaks can be rented at several locations around the lake, making it easy to add a few hours on the water to a summer holiday.

Choose a calm morning for a relaxed paddle along the shoreline, or simply head out from the beach and enjoy a different view of the surrounding hills and lakeside towns. Whether you prefer a stand-up paddleboard or a kayak, no long itinerary is needed – sometimes the best summer experience is simply being out on the lake. Find out more

Open-Air Cinema at Lake Balaton

A warm summer evening at Lake Balaton is perfect for an open-air movie. Seasonal garden cinemas around the lake keep this nostalgic summer tradition alive, with films screened outdoors after sunset.

Places such as Csopak and Fövenyes offer the chance to end a day by the lake with a movie under the night sky. Programmes change throughout the summer, so check the current schedule before your visit. Find out more