Lake Balaton

The best way to see the lake up close is the ferry. The ferries are run by the Balaton Shipping Co and operate on the Sjófok–Balatonfüred-Tihany-Balatonföldvár route, and from Fonyód to the Badacsony. A journey takes approximately an hour and a half.

Hungary can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

The best time to visit Lake Balaton is during the summer, the hottest months are July and August, where the temperatures are around 25°. Summer is a good time to visit not least because of the Balaton Sound, which takes place in the beginning of July - it's one of the largest and most colourful open-air electronic beach festivals in Europe. The festival is known for hosting the greatest artists and DJs in the world and also for its amazing after-movie, an experience you won’t wanna miss out on! Another important event in the summer (during the month of August) are the Balatonfüred Wine Weeks, one of the most prestigious and highest standard wine festivals of the Balaton region, where you can try many different kinds of delicious local wines.

You can order a taxi or minibus to get around Lake Balaton. Hévíz Taxi: +36 83 340 333 www.taxiheviz.com Keszthely Taxi: + 36 30 5 888 088 www.taxikeszthely.hu Balatonfüred Taxi: +36 30 275 31 58 www.furedtaxi.hu Siófok Taxi: + 36 30 9366 966 www.siofoktaxi.hu/contact_eng.html

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