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Lake Balaton Tourism

Lake Balaton, Hungary Holidays

Affectionately called “Hungarian Sea,” Lake Balaton is one of the largest lakes in central Europe. The mountainous region of the northern shore is known both for its historic character and its wine region, while the flat southern shore is known for resort towns.
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Karolina Kavehaz es Koktelbar
Karolina Kavehaz es Koktelbar
5 of 5 stars 22 Reviews
Jobarat Vendeglo
Jobarat Vendeglo
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Thermal Lake of Heviz
Thermal Lake of Heviz
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Lake Balaton
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Lake Cave
Lake Cave
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Churches, Wine, and Beaches Tour, Balaton Uplands

This is a very special trip where you will have the opportunity to visit 13 churches (4 of them ruins from 11-13th centuries), 1 medieval bridge, 3 beaches and even a vinery. The active churches on...

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