Lake Balaton
Stunning seas
Lake Balaton, often referred to as “the Hungarian Sea,” is the largest lake in Central Europe. It is considered a top holiday spot for generations of Europeans because of its charming towns, spas, and beaches. The northern shore of the lake is mountainous and famous for its productive vineyards, while the south shore is flat and famous for its resorts. And don’t forget about the Hungarian wine and decadent cuisine that you can sample after a day’s cycling!
The Hungarian government has invested in the bicycle paths along Lake Balaton, so cycling in this region is very accessible. The dedicated cycle lanes are well marked, and the cycle routes are characterized by gentle rises or flat terrain on the safe and quiet paths. Summer is a great time to visit – temperatures are warm, making a swim in the clear, blue lake very pleasant.
“We loved Hungary, it is a beautiful part of the world and riding through the countryside and winelands was just the break we needed. What I especially enjoyed was the food.”
Level of difficulty
Tours using road, hybrid or touring bikes:
- Mostly flat
- Flat with some gentle slopes
- Rolling, hilly terrain
- Some long and/or steep climbs
- Extensive climbing
Tours using mountain bikes:
- Mostly flat, wide trails
- Some gentle slopes, wide trails
- Rolling, hilly terrain and/or narrow trails
- Some long and/or steep climbs and/or technical trails
- Extensive climbing and/or highly technical trails
Wine and Bike in Hungary’s Balaton Uplands
Country: Hungary
Self-Guided: from €985 (US$1151)
US$ based on current exchange rate
Start Dates
Guided:
Jun 30, Aug 31, 2019 (minimum 8 participants; additional dates may be available upon request)
Self-Guided:
Daily: Apr 1-Sep 30, 2019 (minimum 2 participants)
