Venture across Lake Balaton on a Sunday and turn your market run into a mini adventure. Set out by speedboat from Fonyód or by the Saint Benedict (Szent Benedek) pleasure boat from Balatonfenyves, glide into Badacsony, then hop in a minibus to the beloved Káptalantóti Craft Market. There’s shopping, free time, and optional wine-country detours built in—plus a clutch of local stays and eateries if you’re making a weekend of it.
How the day unfolds
The plan is simple: depart at 10:00, return by 15:00. From Fonyód, the route starts with a quick hop across the water to Badacsony, followed by a minibus transfer to the Káptalantóti Market. You’ll get a solid 1.5 hours to wander the stalls, shop local produce and handmade goods, snack your way through artisanal treats, or just soak up the lively, rustic vibe.
Pricing from Fonyód is $25 per person (9,000 HUF converted), and departures are every Sunday. This program runs with a minimum of 10 participants—numbers can be made up from separate bookings—and operates only at pre-arranged, confirmed times. Scheduled public services are exempt from the headcount rule.
Pick your afternoon
After the market, choose between two add-ons:
– Folly Arboretum & Winery: Spend 1.5 hours roaming the arboretum’s terraces with views over the lake, then enjoy a tasting of three options—choose syrups or wines. This add-on paired with the morning program is $44 per person (16,000 HUF converted).
– Badacsony wine duo: Visit both Istvándy and Laposa wineries, each offering a three-wine tasting for a deep dive into Badacsony’s terroir. The same $44 per person price applies when paired with the Fonyód morning trip.
Departures run every Sunday at 10:00 with return around 15:00. Again, pre-booking is essential, and the minimum of 10 applies (not to scheduled services).
Balatonfenyves option
Prefer a slower sail? Depart Balatonfenyves aboard the Saint Benedict (Szent Benedek) pleasure boat, cruise to Badacsony, then transfer by minibus to the market for the same 1.5-hour browse and break. This version costs $33 per person (12,000 HUF converted). Add the same two afternoon options—Folly Arboretum with three syrup/wine tastings or the Badacsony twin-winery tour (Istvándy and Laposa, three wines at each)—for a combined price of $58 per person (21,000 HUF converted).
This program runs Sundays 10:00–15:00 with a minimum of 15 participants, combinable from multiple individual bookings, and only at pre-arranged, confirmed times. Scheduled public services are not subject to the minimum headcount.
Dates to circle
Upcoming Sundays include 2025.12.21 (Fonyód), 2025.12.28 (Fonyód), 2026.01.04 (Fonyód), and 2026.01.11 (Fonyód). Additional dates will be added as demand grows, so check back if you’re planning ahead.
Get in touch
Contact person: József Tóth. All programs must be agreed upon and reserved in advance; departures run only on confirmed dates and with confirmed group sizes.
Where to stay around Fonyód
– Boros Kastély Guesthouse: Rising like a peninsula in the heart of the Nagyberek nature reserve behind Fonyód Hill, this manor-style guesthouse hosts up to 26 people with a cozy, elegant vibe. It’s set up for groups, friends, trainings, and corporate events and pairs perfectly with sailing, boating, and wine-tasting programs. Inside are ten freshly renovated, en suite rooms, including doubles and two-room terrace suites for four, with sweeping views over Fonyód’s hills and the protected wetlands.
– Funoldi Guesthouse: A calm, conference-ready retreat in one of Fonyód’s prettiest neighborhoods. Ideal for anyone craving a quiet base near the lake.
– Panoramic attic apartment: In a peaceful setting with knockout views. The separate-entry top-floor flat has three bedrooms (two doubles and one triple), a kitchen, dining room, bathroom with tub, two WCs, and a stair hall. Outside: large gated yard, garden grill, swing bed, kettle tripod for stews, sandbox, pool, and parking—perfect for families.
– Air-conditioned Fonyódliget apartment: On a quiet, safe cul-de-sac five minutes from the free beach. On a fenced, landscaped plot, the 430-sq-ft, two-bedroom apartment welcomes guests looking to unwind. SZÉP Card accepted.
– Separate-entry apartments with views: On the south shore in Fonyód, panoramic apartments open year-round with private entrances and vistas toward the northern shore.
– North-facing open-plan apartment: Steps from Lake Balaton, an American-kitchen-style apartment looking across to the north shore invites year-round escapes.
– Zöldkert Restaurant & Pension: In the Fonyódliget Holiday Park, this greenery-surrounded, quiet spot offers hearty food and pension-style apartments for a solid, comfortable stay.
– Hotel Balaton: Right in central Fonyód, just 328 feet from the lake and marina and about 820 feet from the beach. Capacity: 50 guests. Rooms come with showers, minibars, cable TV, and smoke and fire alarm systems; apartments add mini-kitchens.
Where to eat and sip
– Konyhám Stúdió 365: On Fonyód’s main square with brilliant Balaton views, this isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an experience. Expect creative plates, a bright mood, and a culinary journey for anyone who loves discovering new flavors and savoring life’s small pleasures.
– Barbakán: In central Fonyód, drop in for Fornetti pastries, grilled sandwiches, patisserie cakes, homemade lemonade, specialty coffees, and draft beer. Summer brings soft serve and slushies; winter turns the cozy interior into a warm refuge. Free Wi‑Fi included.
Why this Sunday trip works
It’s effortless logistics with a splash of fun: a scenic boat ride, a bustling market, and a choose-your-own tasting adventure. Whether you’re chasing lake breezes, handmade finds, or volcanic-soil wines, this compact loop packs Balaton charm into one relaxed day—and leaves time for a lazy dinner in Fonyód after you dock.
