Imagine zipping across Lake Balaton on a speedboat from Fonyód or cruising leisurely from Balatonfenyves on the Saint Benedict (Szent Benedek) excursion boat, heading to Badacsony and then taking a minibus to the vibrant Káptalantóti Craft Market. You’ll have 1.5 hours there to shop for handmade goodies and relax. It runs every Sunday starting at 10 a.m., back by 3 p.m., perfect for 2026 dates like March 15, 22, 29, and April 5 from Fonyód, with more dates available—eight spots total.
Fonyód Speedboat Trip Basics
Kick off from Fonyód on the speedboat to Badacsony, then take a minibus to the market for 1.5 hours of shopping and free time. Costs $24 per person. Want more? Pick an afternoon add-on: hike to Folly Arboretum and Winery (Folly Arborétum és Borászat) for 1.5 hours of wandering plus tastings of three syrups or wines, or head to Badacsony for Istvándy and Laposa wineries with three wine tastings at each. Full package runs $43 per person. Needs at least 10 people to go (regular scheduled boats exempt), and individual bookings can be combined. Only runs on pre-booked, agreed times!
Balatonfenyves Excursion Boat Option
From Balatonfenyves on the Saint Benedict (Szent Benedek) excursion boat to Badacsony, then minibus to the market for 1.5 hours of fun. Base price $32 per person. Afternoon add-ons same as above—Folly with syrup/wine tastings or the Badacsony winery duo. Full deal $57 per person. Minimum 15 people (regular boats no limit), combinable bookings. Pre-arrange and book in advance to launch!
Cozy Stays in Fonyód
Base your Balaton getaway at Boros Castle Guesthouse (Boros Kastély Vendégház), protruding like a peninsula in the Nagybereki nature reserve behind Fonyód Hill, away from the lakeside buzz. Sleeps 26 in a homey castle atmosphere with sailing, boating, and wine-tasting programs—great for groups, friends, training, or corporate events. Ten freshly renovated en-suite rooms: doubles and 4-person two-room terrace units with stunning views of Fonyód hills and the reserve.
Funoldi Guesthouse (Funoldi Vendégház) is your chill spot in one of Fonyód’s prettiest areas, ideal for relaxation or as a conference center. Another gem: attic apartment in quiet panoramic bliss—separate entrance, three rooms (two doubles, one triple), kitchen, dining area, tub bath, two WCs, stairs. Big fenced yard with grill, hammock swing, cauldron, sandbox, pool, parking.
More Fonyód Gems
Air-conditioned apartment in a safe dead-end street, five minutes from Fonyódliget free beach. Fenced, landscaped lot, 430 sq ft two-bedroom setup, SZÉP Card accepted. Year-round panoramic separate-entrance apartments on Fonyód’s south shore with stunning views. North-facing American kitchen apartment, one minute from the lake.
In Fonyód-ligeti Holiday Park (Üdülőpark), Green Garden Restaurant (Zöldkert Vendéglő) sits tree-shaded and quiet, offering solid guesthouse apartments. Hotel Balaton in the city center: 100m from lake and port, 250m from beach, sleeps 50. Rooms fully equipped with showers, minibars, cable TV, smoke detectors, fire alarms; apartments add mini-kitchens.
Top Eats in Fonyód
My Kitchen Studio 365 (Konyhám Stúdió 365) on the main square boasts epic lake views—more than a restaurant, it’s an experience blending artistic flavors and great vibes for flavor explorers who love life’s little joys. Central Barbican serves Fornettis, grilled sandwiches, pastries, house lemonade, coffee specialties, draft beer. Summer soft serve and granita; winter cozy indoors. Free WiFi too! Green Garden Restaurant (Zöldkert Vendéglő) rounds out the park scene.
