Hegymagas, tucked into the volcanic folds of St. George Hill (Szent György-hegy) above the Badacsony wine region, is programming an entire year around the hill’s dreamy mood. Spring and summer roll in with wine, food, and hiking across the slopes; autumn leans into harvest fêtes and panoramic tastings that define the village’s character, while small community gatherings keep things intimate all year. The ZIP code is 8265, with events spread across multiple locations, and the season starts strong on June weekends with a market, live music, and the cult-favorite all-night hill celebration St. George Hill Until Dawn (Szent György-hegy hajnalig).
June 6: Rockabilly under the trees
On Saturday, June 6, Hegymagas kicks off with One Evening with Péter Egri at the Hegymagas Marketplace. Expect unfiltered rockabilly energy, live music, and stories, all soaked in a warm summer night beneath the trees. It’s that veteran rhythm-and-swing feeling, boosted by one of the most distinctive settings in the Balaton Uplands.
Hegymagas Market: Taste the region
The Hegymagas Market anchors June Saturdays across the village. Meet producers face-to-face, fill your tote with the Badacsony region’s flavors, and buy directly from locals. Market dates in June 2026: June 6, 13, 20, and 27, all in Hegymagas. The vendors lean seasonal and regional—think cheeses, charcuterie, breads, oils, syrups, preserves, and garden produce—often paired with wines from the hill and neighboring estates.
June 6–7: St. George Hill Until Dawn (Szent György-hegy hajnalig)
From the evening of June 6 into the small hours of June 7, St. George Hill Until Dawn turns the whole hill into a slow-burn, starlit celebration. Wineries open late, cellars and terraces glow, and walking paths thread together tastings, pop-up bites, and easygoing music. It’s not a rush; it’s a ramble—with basalt views and conversations that run until dawn.
Where to stay
Kovács Guesthouse in Hegymagas welcomes guests year-round. It’s a local standby for walkers, tasters, and anyone planning to weave the markets and cellars into a long weekend. Rooms book up fast in June, so lock it in early if you want to wake up on the hill.
Cellars, tastings, and volcanic terroir
On St. George Hill (Szent György-hegy), the vineyards hold the heat of old lava, and the wines carry that mineral snap. Several cellars offer tastings by appointment and seasonal walk-ins, often pairing the view with a flight that tells the hill’s story in six glasses.
– A boutique estate works 2×2 hectares on the hill, its name a nod to small scale and total attention. In a region better known for whites, this cellar puts the spotlight on reds. Book ahead for a cellar visit; the six-wine lineup features the estate’s top selections and runs about two hours.
– A family operation cultivates 20 hectares on the south slopes and adds agritourism to the mix, with guesthouses available. It’s a base for longer stays and deeper tastings, with vineyard walks that fade into sunsets.
– One of the hill’s tiniest wineries aims for handcrafted, delicate wines from site-specific varieties. The focus is atmosphere as much as flavor—think intimate tastings that stick in the memory as much for the mood as the glass.
– Gilvesy’s volcanic wines showcase the hill’s basalt bones. Founded in 2012 by Róbert Gilvesy, the vinotheque sells during opening hours and by prior arrangement, and they’ll deliver. Tasting programs are organized on request.
– Horváth Cellar has welcomed wine lovers since 1996 on the southern side, farming 18 hectares. Modern processing is balanced with traditional aging; selected wines rest longer in barrel to layer texture and spice.
– Nyári Pince sits 200 meters from the Tarányi Cellar and the Lengyel Chapel, pouring both draft and bottled wines with a sweeping view. Tastings are by booking—worth it at golden hour when the lake and hill spark into color.
– The St. George Hill (Szent György-hegy) estate vinotheque opens every day, all year. From spring to autumn, the refreshed estate center houses the Viridárium kitchen, a magnet for gastro and wine travelers pairing plates to local pours.
How to plan it
– Dates: Saturday, June 6 is a key day, with the market and rockabilly evening; the all-night hill event runs June 6–7. Markets also pop up on June 13, 20, and 27.
– Food and drink: Treat the market like breakfast and lunch: pastries, cured meats, cheeses, and fruit. Evening is for terraces and cellars—book tastings ahead, especially during hajnalig.
– Stays: Base yourself in Hegymagas for sunrise-to-midnight wandering; Kovács Guesthouse is a reliable year-round option, and several wineries offer guesthouses on-site.
– Transport: The hill spreads across multiple locations; plan for walking between sites or arrange a local driver. Even better, commit to footpaths and linger where the music pulls you in.
One last note
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs. Check listings and book in advance where tastings require appointments. The hill runs on slow time—but June weekends fill quickly when the basalt warms and the music starts up under the trees.
