A friendly chat sparked the idea, and now it’s a destination: Liliomkert Market in Káptalantóti throws open its gates every Sunday in 2026, welcoming new and returning shoppers in one of the prettiest corners of the Balaton Uplands, the Káli Basin. Dreamed up and created by biologist-engineer Ildikó Harmathy, the once-local idea has become a nationwide favorite. Smart visitors arrive hungry, because it’s impossible to stroll past the producers’ tables without tasting. Try the crackling and cheese scones tucked in baskets, the fragrant caraway crescents piled high, and the oven-hot, sour-cream-topped kenyérlángos (Hungarian flatbread) turning out in steamy sheets.
Open All Year, Every Sunday
From January 1 to December 31, the Káptalantóti Liliomkert Market runs every Sunday, 7:00–14:00. It’s a year-round meeting point for regional producers and shoppers, many traveling long distances just for this vibe. What makes it special is the face-to-face buzz: makers on hand, buyers chatting, sampling, and buying fresh, quality goods straight from the source.
What You’ll Find
Expect a wide selection of homemade and artisanal products:
– Foods: farm cheeses, fresh pork cracklings, ham, syrups, preserves, fresh and dried fruit, homemade breads and pastries, cakes, strudels (rétes) in many flavors
– Drinks: homemade syrups, pálinka, local wines
– Crafts: woodcarvings, handmade decor, white lavender and rose ceramics, one-of-a-kind gifts
– Antiques: vintage items, books, curiosities.
Insider Tips
Mornings get busy—crowds swell especially before noon. Bring cash, as not all vendors accept cards. Date: 2026.02.22 (Sunday). Address: 8283, 1 Petőfi St., Káptalantóti (Kaptalantoti).
