Káptalantóti’s beloved Liliomkert Market opens every Sunday in 2026, drawing new faces and loyal regulars to one of the prettiest corners of the Balaton Uplands, deep in the Káli Basin. Dreamed up and founded by biologist-engineer Ildikó Harmathy, the now nationally famed market is the kind of place you arrive hungry—and leave blissfully full. Wandering past the producers’ tables, it’s almost impossible not to taste your way through: cracklings and cheese pogácsa tucked in baskets, fragrant caraway crescents piled high, and wood-fired, steaming, sour cream–topped kenyérlángos begging for a bite.
Where and when
Open year-round, every Sunday from 7:00 to 14:00, at 8283 Káptalantóti, 1 Petőfi St. The 2026 season runs from January 1 to December 31, with a particularly lively buzz on February 8 (Sunday) and most weekend mornings, when crowds peak.
Why it matters
Born from a simple friendly chat, Liliomkert has grown into the region’s go-to meeting spot for producers and shoppers—people happily drive from far away just for this. The magic comes from face-to-face encounters: makers stand by their goods, tastings are routine, and you can take home fresh, high-quality produce straight from the source.
What to taste and take home
– Foods: farmhouse cheeses, fresh cracklings, ham, syrups, preserves, fresh and dried fruits, artisanal breads, pastries, and rétes (strudel) in many flavors.
– Drinks: homemade syrups, pálinka, and local wines.
– Handicrafts: carvings, handmade ornaments, lavender- and rose-themed white ceramics, unique gifts.
– Antiques: vintage objects, books, curiosities.
Good to know
Bring cash—card payment isn’t available at every stall. Contact: Ildikó Harmathy. Date note: 2026.02.08. Location: Káptalantóti.
