Tiszafüred is gearing up for a culture-and-nature-filled 2025, with the Kiss Pál Museum at the heart of it all. One of Hungary’s oldest rural museums, the Kiss Pál Museum pairs two permanent exhibitions with a lively calendar of programs, and it comes with a special side trip: the Nyúzó Gáspár Pottery Folk House. There, visitors step into the original living environment of Tiszafüred’s once-beloved craft, pottery, surrounded by the tools, forms, and objects that defined the trade and the homes of its makers.
The museum has already scheduled a trio of family-friendly museum education sessions for December 2025 in Tiszafüred. December 5 brings Santa at the Museum, a festive workshop that sets the tone for the season. A week later, on December 12, Advent Preparations dives into seasonal traditions, crafts, and cozy rituals. On December 19, Christmas in the 19th Century recreates a period holiday, inviting visitors to imagine a candlelit celebration with the details and customs of a bygone age. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs, so it’s worth checking in before you go.
Lakeside Quiet, Hidden Retreats
If calm is your goal, the Lake Tisza (Tisza-tó) region delivers in spades. Travelers who wander this way often find themselves seduced by the lake’s lush wildlife and hush. A favorite launch point is Kormorán Marina, a few steps from both the living Tisza River and the lake itself. It’s not just about location: the secluded stays invite real downtime. Think floating houses, stilt houses, waterside huts—and not only on the surface or shore. Some rise into the treetops, creating a pocket universe of lodging on land, water, and in the air.
Another anchor for nature lovers is the Tisza Balneum Hotel, a four-star, eco-conscious resort built inside a protected area right on the lake. The promise is harmony and quiet, backed by wellness and conference facilities in Tiszafüred. The waterside stilted apartment houses offer two-level suites with 904 square feet of space. Each suite includes two double bedrooms, a living room with an extra-bed option, a terrace, telephone, broadband internet, hotel TV, bathrobes, minibar, and in-room safe. Air conditioning and bathtubs come standard, and each non-smoking unit sleeps four to six—ideal for big families or small groups of friends.
Marinas, Camping, and Easy City Access
Albatrosz Marina ranks among Tiszafüred’s largest boat docks and comes with its own 21,528-square-foot camping area. Guests get a private slice of beach, water-sports rentals and activities, an on-site restaurant, and shopping options. From here, it’s just minutes into town and to the thermal and medicinal baths.
Right across from the Tiszafüred beach and thermal bath, Dieter’s Camping sits only 164 feet from Lake Tisza (Tisza-tó). It’s a small, family-run spot with a loyal crowd of returning guests each season. The kitchen has been refreshed, and cleaning and disinfection standards have been tightened further—good news for anyone who prizes impeccable upkeep.
Apartment Comforts and Family-Friendly Stays
Diófa Apartments bring guests close to both the city center and the water—just a few minutes’ walk—yet keep the vibe quiet, green, and relaxed, great for families and friends traveling together.
Elsewhere in Tiszafüred, a guesthouse one kilometer from the shore waits in a peaceful neighborhood, tucked into a gardened yard with fruit trees. Inside are three separate, fully equipped apartments accommodating a total of 15 guests. These self-catering, family- and child-friendly spaces aim squarely at comfort without fuss.
For maximum convenience, a set of fully equipped apartments 164 feet from the thermal beach offers one to one-and-a-half rooms with shower, toilet, air conditioning, microwave, fridge, and TV. Guests can cook indoors or out in a landscaped, enclosed courtyard, with on-site parking. Within 1,640 feet are three supermarkets and three restaurants, and a wellness option sits just 492 feet away. Lake Tisza (Tisza-tó) is a five-minute stroll, an easy amble to nature.
Heritage Touches and Gateways to the Puszta
At the Fekete Gólya Porta, two houses sit on either side of a covered communal area, either separated or connected as needed. The buildings honor the region’s peasant-house traditions, now rare even in Tiszafüred, with a warm rural aesthetic that fits the Lake Tisza landscape.
In tiny Kócsújfalu—home to about 160 people—life spills into nature. Here, birds thrive by the thousands, storks nest, and people live side by side with the wildlife of the Great Plain. The Kemencés House and the Neighbor House fit right into this setting. The Stork Castle (Gólyavár) guesthouses sit halfway between Tiszafüred and Hortobágy at the western gate of Hortobágy National Park. From the door, it’s a 15-minute drive to Lake Tisza (Tisza-tó) in one direction, and the famous Nine-Arch Bridge in the other.
Eat and Drink: From Lakeside Terraces to Breweries
Platán Restaurant pairs international and regional cooking with Tokaj-area wines, and in summer, a lakeside terrace and grill patio set the mood. The menu follows global trends but keeps space for Hungarian and seasonal regional specials—best enjoyed with a front-row view of Lake Tisza’s sunsets.
At Molnár Vendéglő in the Füzes Panzió, Tiszafüred’s self-styled capital of Lake Tisza serves both Hungarian and international favorites year-round. Another downtown spot keeps it hearty and simple with regionally inspired, homestyle dishes and daily menus at easy prices.
For a one-stop craft beer experience, NOPARA GyógySERtár combines brewery, pub, restaurant, and apartments, with free Wi‑Fi and daily à la carte breakfast in the apartments. Old Fisherman’s recipes get a modern polish at a local kitchen that serves classic Tisza fish dishes and other regional specialties with friendly service every day of the week.
Just outside Tiszafüred, within the Lake Tisza orbit and 8 km past town along Route 33 at the western gate of Hortobágy National Park, a cozy roadside restaurant with a covered garden welcomes guests year-round. Expect Hungarian flavors, regional plates, a broad selection, and polite service in a tidy, quiet setting—plus accommodations for those wanting to linger longer.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
