2026.07.04. (Saturday) – 2026.07.05. (Sunday), 8640 Fonyód, Hajókikötő (Harbor). Climb aboard in Fonyód for 2026 boat excursions across Lake Balaton, with scheduled ferries and laid-back sightseeing cruises departing from the town’s harbor. The fleet offers easy hops between favorite lakeside towns while delivering those widescreen Balaton views that make the journey part of the holiday.
Phone number: 8640 Fonyód, Hajókikötő (Harbor). Information request: Details, Dates, Accommodation, Food & drink.
From Fonyód’s harbor, 2026 again brings a full spread of Balaton boating: scheduled inter-town services, classic sightseeing loops, and romantic sunset cruises that turn the lake’s calm waters into a stage for golden hour. Whether you’re planning a quick crossing, a lazy lap past the shoreline, or a date-night sail, options fit neatly into any summer plan.
Use the trip finder to quickly check departure times, participating harbors, and fares at a glance. Pack a breeze-friendly layer, charge the camera, and let the shoreline roll by. See you on deck—discover Balaton from the water.
What You’ll See From the Water
Boat trips from Fonyód unlock a fresh angle on Lake Balaton. Out on deck, the big-sky panorama takes over: the lake’s long horizon, the distinctive silhouettes of shoreline towns, and the green folds of protected landscapes. Sunset sailings are the show-stealer, when the water and hills glow in warm, honeyed light and every wave flickers with gold. It’s simple, unhurried, and quietly unforgettable.
Dates: 2026.07.04. – 2026.07.05. Location: Fonyód. Scheduled services connect lakeside communities throughout the weekend, with more times added as summer builds. Current listings: 9.
Stay Near the Harbor
Boros Kastély Guesthouse (Boros Kastély Vendégház) rises like a peninsula inside the Nagyberek Nature Reserve, tucked behind Fonyód Hill and beyond the lively resort strip. With space for 26 guests, this manor-style guesthouse blends a homey feel with polished experiences for groups: sailing days, boat outings, and curated wine tastings. It’s also an elegant choice for trainings and corporate retreats. Inside, 10 freshly renovated ensuite rooms include 2-person setups and two-room family options for four, many with terraces and views of Fonyód’s hills and the protected wetlands.
Funoldi Guesthouse (Funoldi Vendégház) sits in one of Fonyód’s loveliest quarters, promising a calm base for anyone craving quiet. It also works neatly as a conference center, offering flexibility for both downtime and gatherings.
For families or small crews, a peaceful top-floor apartment offers a separate entrance and three bedrooms (two doubles and one triple), a kitchen, dining area, a bathroom with a tub, two WCs, and stair access. Outside, there’s a large enclosed garden with a grill, porch swing, cauldron setup, sandbox, pool, and parking—ideal for lingering after a day on the water.
On the south shore in Fonyódliget, a beachside hotel spreads out over 1.7 hectares by the Balaton cycling path. Its private beach means you can cool off whenever you like, no schedule required—great for those between-cruise dips and lazy afternoons.
Prefer an intimate base? A 430-square-foot, air-conditioned, two-bedroom apartment in a quiet cul-de-sac sits five minutes from the Fonyódliget public beach. The fenced, landscaped plot offers a calm setting and accepts SZÉP Cards for hassle-free payment.
Across Fonyód, separate-entrance apartments with grand north-facing panoramas welcome guests year-round. One American-style kitchen apartment is a one-minute stroll from the water, making spontaneous swims or sunrise shoreline walks more tempting than ever.
Inside the Fonyódliget Holiday Park, the Zöldkert Restaurant nestles among trees and lawns in a tranquil nook. On-site, inn-style apartments add a comfortable lodging option within easy reach of both beach and boats.
In central Fonyód, Hotel Balaton places you 328 feet from the lake and harbor, and 820 feet from the beach. With capacity for 50 guests, rooms come fully equipped with showers, minibars, cable TV, plus smoke detectors and a fire alarm system. Apartments add compact kitchenettes for easy snacks and light cooking between outings.
Eat, Sip, Repeat
Right on Fonyód’s main square with knockout lake views, My Kitchen Studio 365 (Konyhám Stúdió 365) aims higher than dinner—it’s an experience, where mood and culinary flair meet. Expect a creative food journey for anyone who loves exploring flavors and savoring life’s small joys, plate by plate.
In the town center, Barbican Café (Barbakán Café) greets guests with Fornetti pastries, grilled sandwiches, patisserie cakes, house-made lemonade, specialty coffees, and draft beer. Summer brings soft-serve ice cream and slushies; winter cozies things up indoors. Free Wi-Fi keeps plans on track between sips.
Back in Fonyódliget’s Holiday Park, the Zöldkert Restaurant doubles as a sanctuary for slow meals among greenery, with those inn-style apartments close by for a straightforward sleep-and-dine combo.
Plan, Then Go With the Flow
The summer rhythm here is blissfully simple: pick a sailing, pair it with a swim or a slow lunch, and let Balaton do the rest. Check the boat finder for the latest departures, match a sunset cruise to your plans, and aim your camera at those caramel skies. Organizers reserve the right to change times and programs, so keep an eye on updates—and be ready to pivot to another sparkling hour on the water.
