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Balatonfured Travel Guide: 38 reviews and 55 photos

I visited Balatonfured for what was supposed to be 2 days at the beach right at the halfway mark of my 5-week backpacking adventure. Well, I didn't leave after 2 days!

Balatonfured is a very charming town on the north shore of Lake Balaton. It's one of the largest towns on the lake, but it feels more like a cozy hideaway than a big tourist hotspot. Though I assume the town gets busier once the Hungarians start taking their summer holidays, Balatonfured is still a place I would love to return to at any time of the year.

The promenade

This is one of the nicest places to walk in Balatonfured. The tree-lined stone path stretches for several kilometers down the lakeshore, and the shade is a welcome friend from the midday sun.

Me and my salami

I passed by this market, located near the marina, at least 3 times daily. Every time I did, I joked that I would take this giant salami with me for the rest of my trip. When I realized that it probably wouldn't fit into my backpack, I decided to take one last picture to remember it by!
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Last visit to Balatonfured: Jul 2005
Intro Updated Oct 9, 2005
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Reviews (5)

Having lunch at Esterhagzy - Balatonfured

Esterhagzy Strand Off The Beaten Path (1)

This is the beach located a few kilometers away from the main strand and marina. I think we may have been the only... more travel advice

Langos! Restaurants (2)

Almost every food stand along the Strand will offer this traditional dish. Langos is fried dough (very big and very... more travel advice

Marina and boardwalk Things to Do (1)

The Balatonfured boardwalk begins at the marina, which is right in the centre of town at the lake. The boardwalk... more travel advice

Guesthouse from heaven! Hotels (1)

This guesthouse is run by the amazing Szurma familly, who live on the main floor. The rooms are spotless and each has... more travel advice

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Matyas Dec 7, 2005 at 2:04 PM Report Abuse

Enjoyed your photos very much:) Did you like the langos?:) Otherwise planning to fly to Toronto in July, hope to see ya ;-)