The beauty and the thousand appearances of Balaton captivate both the curious tourists and the natives.
The region holds countless unique recreational facilities, secrets and experiences for the guests coming here.
Hike in the shadowy woods of the gentle slopes of the hills among ancient castles and ruins of churches!
Dip into the summer, refresh your body and mind in our spas, admire the fabulous scenery of the .golden gate. from the board of a ship and relax while listening to the soft sounds of the waves licking your legs or dance with us at a harvest home where you can quench your thirst with excellent, full-bodied wines.
Lake Balaton is one of the most precious natural treasures of Hungary.
It is the largest lake of Central Europe, its length is 77 kilometres and its width ranges from 4 to 14 kilometres. On the sunlit slopes running towards the lake there has been grape and wine production going on since centuries.
Either by car, bicycle, on horseback or on foot but you will surely find the most fabulous and wonderful face of Lake Balaton and one of the memorable moments will call you back, to Lake Balaton!
Vonyarcvashegy:
About the village of Vonyarcvashegy
It is a popular holiday resort both in Hungary and abroad.
It is situated on the southern slopes of the Keszthely Mountains, near Lake Balaton.
The first part of its name is of Slavonic origin and it means a settlement of wine-dressers and wine-growers. The second part is originated from the name of Mt. Vas.
The settlement was first mentioned in written documents in 1335. In 1545, during the war against the Turks the majority of the village was destroyed.
In 1741 the whole area became the property of count Kristóf Festetics.
The first national census in 1785 registered only 108 bondsmen in Vonyarc which did not have even a proper street at that time. The inhabitants earned their living by agriculture and fishing.
Vonyarc and Vashegy were united in 1846, since then the village has been called Vonyarcvashegy.
In the middle of the 19th century bathing became very popular and the shipping boom changed the life of Vonyarcvashegy for ever, however the developments shifted into second gear only after 1861 with the construction of the Southern Railway.
Nevertheless the shore in Vonyarcvashegy was not built up for a long time. The village became a bathing centre in the 1860s.
Today two-third of the houses in Vonyarcvashegy are holiday houses and the number of residents has exceeded 1800.
People living here are closely connected to tourism.
Infrastructurewise the settlement is highly developed. In summer numerous catering and commercial establishments, holiday centres and accommodation await guests.
The lido in Vonyarcvashegy is one of the most frequently visited beaches in this area. Even families with children speak in high terms of the sandy beach.
Sights:
- St. Michael’s Hill
- The monument of fishermen of Lake Balaton. (picture)
Made according to the design of Lajos Major by: Lajos Major, Endre Boa, Ferenc Németh, Tamás Gyenese, Attila Kovács
- Millennial monument (picture)
Designed and made by: Lajos Major
- Chapel of Vonyarc (picture)
St. Cross Chapel fron the 19th century, classicist style.
- Chapel in Vashegy (picture)
Consecrated in honour of Mary the Virgin in 1883. The chapel is situated at the corner of Petőfi and Kápolna streets.
- Mermaid (picture)
Made by János Németh. Scene: Lido.
Lido Beach
Its area measures 60 thousand square metres and can be accessed through three pay-boxes at the three entrances.
The sandy beach is very popular, the lido is covered with grass and 25% of its territory is shady.
Besides bathing you can choose from a number of activities: aquacycles, mini golf, boating, wind-surfing (also instruction), playground, angling. Nice buffets and a restaurant.
Besides lockers you can use changing cubicles free of charge.
Programs in Vonyarcvashegy (summer) - by far the best
Wine - Days with dance, life music, star singers and delicious wine, foods of course
(July - last weekend)
Fischer - Days with music and free "fischer soup" in the Beach.
(August 2. or 3. weekend)
20. August: fireworks in the Beach in the evening with programs and music.
Every weekends are there differents programs...
Our house:
There are many restaurants near our hause, where you can have a lunch and have a dinner with favourable price.
We wisch you a beautiful holiday and have a nice rest!!!
About the village of Vonyarcvashegy
It is a popular holiday resort both in Hungary and abroad.
It is situated on the southern slopes of the Keszthely Mountains, near Lake Balaton.
The first part of its name is of Slavonic origin and it means a settlement of wine-dressers and wine-growers. The second part is originated from the name of Mt. Vas.
The settlement was first mentioned in written documents in 1335. In 1545, during the war against the Turks the majority of the village was destroyed.
In 1741 the whole area became the property of count Kristóf Festetics.
The first national census in 1785 registered only 108 bondsmen in Vonyarc which did not have even a proper street at that time. The inhabitants earned their living by agriculture and fishing.
Vonyarc and Vashegy were united in 1846, since then the village has been called Vonyarcvashegy.
In the middle of the 19th century bathing became very popular and the shipping boom changed the life of Vonyarcvashegy for ever, however the developments shifted into second gear only after 1861 with the construction of the Southern Railway.
Nevertheless the shore in Vonyarcvashegy was not built up for a long time. The village became a bathing centre in the 1860s.
Today two-third of the houses in Vonyarcvashegy are holiday houses and the number of residents has exceeded 1800.
People living here are closely connected to tourism.
Infrastructurewise the settlement is highly developed. In summer numerous catering and commercial establishments, holiday centres and accommodation await guests.
The lido in Vonyarcvashegy is one of the most frequently visited beaches in this area. Even families with children speak in high terms of the sandy beach.