On January 25, 2026, Sundays on Lake Balaton get a stylish upgrade: cruise from Fonyód by fast boat or from Balatonfenyves by the Szent Benedek sightseeing boat to Badacsony, then hop a minibus straight to the Káptalantóti Craft Market. Expect 90 minutes of browsing and free time amid farm-fresh flavors, artisan goods, and small-producer treasures—then choose your wine-country adventure for the afternoon. The plan is simple, the views are knockout, and the timing is tight enough to fit a full experience into a lazy weekend day.
Two departures, one market
Pick your launch point and pace. From Fonyód, the program starts with a fast boat across Lake Balaton to Badacsony, where a minibus shuttles you to the Káptalantóti Market. You’ll get an hour and a half to shop and wander at your own speed—think pantry-stocking and gift-hunting with a side of local street food. Price: about $25 per person (listed 9,000 HUF). Runs every Sunday, departure at 10:00, return by 15:00.
Prefer a gentler glide? From Balatonfenyves, board the Szent Benedek sightseeing boat for the same route: cruise to Badacsony, minibus to the market, and 90 minutes free. Price: about $33 per person (listed 12,000 HUF). Also every Sunday, depart 10:00, back by 15:00.
Both versions operate with a minimum headcount: at least 10 people from Fonyód and at least 15 from Balatonfenyves. The headcount can come from multiple individual bookings. Note: this minimum does not apply to scheduled public services, and the program only runs at pre-agreed, pre-booked times.
Afternoon: choose your wine-country vibe
After the market run, pick one of two add-ons:
– Folly Arboretum & Winery: wander for 90 minutes through the historic hillside arboretum and gardens with that unbeatable Balaton panorama, and sip through three tastings—choose syrups or wine. A slow afternoon in a botanical daydream.
– Badacsony winery duo: head to Istvándy and Laposa, two signature names in the region, and taste three wines at each cellar. Six pours total, a sharp snapshot of volcanic terroir and crisp whites under basalt hills.
If you started in Fonyód, the full-day package with your afternoon add-on is about $44 per person (listed 16,000 HUF). From Balatonfenyves, the full-day option with the add-on is about $58 per person (listed 21,000 HUF). Both are set for Sunday 10:00 departures, returning by 15:00.
Dates and the Sunday rhythm
The program locks in Sunday slots through winter: January 25, 2026; February 1; February 8; and February 15—all from Fonyód, with the same timing and format. Expect more dates to be added as demand builds. The structure stays steady: boat out, minibus up, 90 minutes at the market, then your chosen tasting detour if you add it on.
Where to stay: in and around Fonyód
If you’re making a weekend of it, Fonyód and its neighborhoods offer plenty of lodging across styles and budgets.
– Boros Kastély Guesthouse (Boros Kastély Vendégház): A stately guesthouse rising like a peninsula in the middle of the Nagyberek nature reserve, tucked behind Fonyód Hill and away from the lakefront bustle. It sleeps 26 and pairs a homey feel with slick group-friendly programming—sailing, boating, and wine tastings—making it a strong pick for trainings and corporate retreats, too. Inside are ten freshly renovated en-suite rooms, including doubles and two-room terraces for four. Expect knockout views of the Fonyód hills and the protected wetland landscape.
– Funoldi Guesthouse (Funoldi Vendégház): A go-to for anyone chasing downtime, set in one of Fonyód’s loveliest areas. It also works well as a conference center.
– Quiet top-floor flat: Separate entrance under the roofline, with three rooms (two doubles and one triple), a kitchen, dining area, bathroom with tub, two toilets, and stair hall. Outside, a big gated yard stacks the extras: garden grill, swing bed, kettle firepot, sandbox, pool, and parking. Peaceful setting, panoramic views.
– Air-conditioned apartment near Fonyódliget free beach: Five-minute walk on a fenced, landscaped lot. Cozy 430-square-foot two-bedroom setup. Accepts SZÉP Card—handy for domestic travelers.
– Year-round separate-entrance apartments on the south shore: Perched in Fonyód with sweeping views across the lake to the north shore. Open all seasons for flexible breaks.
– Panoramic American-kitchen apartment: One minute to Lake Balaton, north-shore views, smart layout for relaxed stays.
– Zöldkert Restaurant and pension apartments (Zöldkert Vendéglő): Inside the Fonyódliget Holiday Park, surrounded by trees and green space, with quiet vibes and solid on-site lodging.
– Hotel Balaton: Right in Fonyód’s center, 328 feet from the lake and harbor and 820 feet from the beach. Capacity for 50 guests. Rooms come fully equipped with showers, minibars, cable TV, smoke detectors, and fire alarms; apartments add a kitchenette.
Where to eat and sip
– My Kitchen Studio 365 (Konyhám Stúdió 365): On Fonyód’s main square with a sweeping lake view, this spot plays both restaurant and mood board—flavor-first plates, artsy expression, and a sense of fun. It’s an invitation to wander the world of taste and linger over life’s small joys.
– Barbakán: In central Fonyód, fueling days with Fornetti bakes, grilled sandwiches, cakes, house lemonades, coffee specials, and draft beer. Summer brings soft-serve and slushies; winter warms up inside. Free Wi‑Fi included.
How to book
Reservations are required; departures run only at agreed and ordered times, and minimum headcounts apply unless you’re on a scheduled public service. Sundays are the sweet spot: boats at 10:00, back by 15:00, with just enough time to shop, sip, and soak in the Badacsony skyline before the sun slides low over Balaton.
