Discover Balatonszárszó Market Saturdays: lakeside producers’ market with farm-fresh goods, winter dates, and local eats near Lake Balaton. Plan a cozy weekend with nearby stays and sips.
when: 2025.12.27., Saturday
where: 8624 Balatonszárszó, Ady E. u. 248/2 hrsz
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Balatonszárszó’s producers’ market returns every Saturday from 8:00 to 12:00, promising farm-to-table freshness straight from local makers. It’s all about buying directly from the source, from the soil to your plate, with a cozy lakeside vibe and six new photos teasing the atmosphere. The winter dates are set: December 27, 2025; January 3, 2026; and January 10, 2026. Location: 8624 Balatonszárszó, Ady Endre St. (Ady Endre u.) 248/2, hrsz. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs—so check before you go.
When to Go
– 2025.12.27., Balatonszárszó
– 2026.01.03., Balatonszárszó
– 2026.01.10., Balatonszárszó
Stay Nearby
The Két Korona Conference and Wellness Hotel sits on the southern shore of Lake Balaton, about an hour’s drive from the capital, tucked into one of Hungary’s most stunning landscapes. Their mission: to welcome guests into a setting that restores body and soul. Prefer something homier? A family-style guesthouse in Balatonszárszó offers a friendly, relaxing base close to the lake.
Eat and Drink
Anno Taverna, in the heart of the village, channels early 20th-century charm with antiques, photos, and vintage furniture—classic flavors in a nostalgic setting. For quality, cultured drinking, a local shop pours and sells standout wines, beers, sparkling wines, and spirits, including rare finds. Sip on-site or take bottles and bites to go.
Plan It
Add it to your bucket list, set alerts, and browse Balatonszárszó’s national event calendar for more.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendly vibe: small-town lake market with relaxed Saturday morning hours, easy for kids and strollers
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Easy timing for winter travelers: specific dates around New Year make it a fun seasonal add-on to a Budapest trip
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Low language barrier: vendors often manage basic English, and buying produce is point-and-smile simple
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Good access: about 1–1.5 hours from Budapest by car; M7 motorway makes the drive straightforward
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Nearby comforts: wellness hotel and family guesthouses give convenient, cozy bases near Lake Balaton
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Authentic local food-and-drink scene: direct-from-producers shopping and a tavern plus a quality bottle shop
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Comparably unique: like small markets in Italy or France but with a lakeside, less touristy Hungarian twist
Cons
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Not a globally famous destination: Balatonszárszó and the market won’t ring a bell for most U.S. visitors
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Public transport takes more planning: trains/buses to Balaton area exist, but winter schedules can be sparse and require transfers
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Event is short and small: only 8:00–12:00 and limited dates; if you miss the window, there’s not much else market-wise
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Date changes possible: organizers may shift plans, so you’ll need to double-check close to travel time
