The Hegymagas Market is back for 2026 with a generous spread of local produce, craft goods, and community buzz on the edge of the village, right on Szigligeti Road (Szigligeti út) heading toward Szigliget. Regulars and first-timers are all welcome to browse, chat, taste, and take home the best from the region’s producers, plus discover a few new names joining the lineup this year. If you roll in hungry, you’ll be greeted with a surprise breakfast that changes with the season and the chef’s mood—don’t be late if you want a bite.
Where and When
The market sets up at 8265 Hegymagas, Szigligeti Road (Szigligeti út), at the village edge. It runs every Saturday from January 3 to December 19, 2026, opening at 7:30 a.m. and running through the morning. The spot is easy to reach by car, bike, or bus, and there’s room to linger if you want to soak up the atmosphere. Upcoming Saturday dates include February 14, February 21, February 28, and March 7, with more dates rolling through the year.
What’s New This Year
Two new producers have joined the fold. Hegymagasi Marhaságok brings fine smoked meats with deep, traditional flavors and careful curing. Levendula Porta arrives with gorgeous artisanal cheeses, from soft and creamy to aged and characterful. They slot neatly into a community that prizes small-scale, careful production and ingredients you can trust.
What You’ll Find
The market is a haven for seasonal, chemical-free vegetables and fruits straight from nearby fields and orchards. Expect stalls stacked with craft cheeses, smoked meats, homemade syrups and jams, crusty breads, pastries, and a wide range of special-diet baked goods—gluten-free, diabetic-friendly, and vegan options are all in the mix. Beekeepers show up with honey and gingerbread, while skincare makers offer additive-free cosmetics that skip the harsh stuff and lean into natural formulations. It’s the kind of place where you bring a tote bag and wish you’d brought two.
Community at Its Core
This producer market was created and is still run by locals with deep roots in Hegymagas. Beyond the baskets and jars, it’s a weekly community meet-up: there’s always time for conversation, swapping recipes, comparing growing tips, and trading notes on the best ways to ferment, roast, and preserve. Parents will find a kids’ corner to keep little ones happy, breakfast options to fuel the morning, and card payments accepted at many stalls. Dogs are welcome too—this is a genuinely dog-friendly place.
Market Vibe, Wine Country Backdrop
Hegymagas sits at the foot of Szent György Hill (Szent György-hegy), one of the volcanic hills in the Badacsony wine region, and the area around the market buzzes with winemaking energy. If you’re making a day of it, the local cellars and guesthouses turn a market run into a full tasting tour.
– A compact estate on Szent György Hill (Szent György-hegy) cultivates 2×2 hectares of vines, deliberately small-scale to give full attention to the grapes. Unusually for the region, they champion reds. Cellar visits are by appointment, with a two-hour tasting of six standout wines.
– A family enterprise runs 20 hectares on the hill’s southern slopes, combining winemaking and agritourism. Guesthouses are available to book if you want to stay right among the vines.
– One of the tiniest wineries on Szent György Hill (Szent György-hegy) focuses on rare local varieties, crafting distinctive, small-batch, artisanal wines in a setting designed to be memorable.
– Róbert Gilvesy established his winery in 2012, leaning into the hill’s volcanic character. The vinotheque is open during posted hours and by arrangement, with delivery offered and tastings organized on request.
– A Hegymagas family cellar grows Italian Riesling (olaszrizling), Müller-Thurgau (rizlingszilváni), Zengő (zengő), Traminer (tramini), Rhine Riesling (rajnai rizling), Chardonnay (chardonnay), and Rózsakő (rózsakő)—classic local whites that speak to the terroir.
– Horváth Cellar (Horváth Pince) has welcomed wine lovers since 1996 on the southern side of Szent György Hill (Szent György-hegy), tending 18 hectares. Alongside modern processing, some wines rest longer in barrel for depth and complexity.
– Nyári Cellar (Nyári Pince) sits 200 meters from the Tarányi Cellar and the Lengyel Chapel, serving both draft and bottled wines with a knockout view; tastings are available by booking.
– A Szent György Hill (Szent György-hegy) estate runs a vinotheque open year-round, every day. From spring to autumn, the Viridárium kitchen operates at the renewed estate center, offering a seasonal food-and-wine pairing magnet for gastro travelers.
Make It a Weekend
If one morning isn’t enough, Hegymagas has lodging to keep you nearby. The Kovács Guesthouse welcomes visitors year-round, making it easy to pair a Saturday market with cellar visits, meals on terraces, and slow walks through the vines.
Good to Know
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs, so it’s smart to check closer to your visit. Information requests are handled through the market’s community page, and details are posted for each Saturday. Show up early, bring a basket, and lean into the easy rhythm: shop, taste, talk, repeat.
