Fonyód: harbour, market and views of Badacsony on the south shore

Fonyód suits beach days with a harbour, a market and views of Badacsony. The town on the western south shore is especially appealing if you want excursions and a livelier centre to be part of your holiday.

Quick facts

Fonyód lies on the western south shore opposite Badacsony. The harbour, market and viewpoints give the town its own character. The railway station makes travel without a car easier, but the final stretch to your accommodation still needs to work for your plans. For boat trips and market visits, current timetables and opening hours are important. For a completely quiet holiday home stay, smaller neighbouring villages are often the better choice.

Harbour, market and views

The harbour and the view of Badacsony are ideal for walks and for an outing to the north shore. For vineyards and volcanic scenery, Badacsony is the place to go. Before a crossing or round trip, BAHART publishes the current services. For paths along the water, the promenades along Lake Balaton offer useful ideas.

Beach day or excursion day

For a day at the water, choose the bathing spot according to access to the lake, shade and facilities. Guides to beaches at Lake Balaton and family beaches can help with that choice. If you want a holiday apartment within walking distance of the shore, you can compare accommodation in Fonyód by location.

Fonyód compared with nearby places

For the narrow-gauge railway and the Nagyberek, Balatonfenyves is the better starting point. Quiet holiday-home and beach days are more central in Balatonmáriafürdő; Balatonberény combines camping and nature. For a town visit with a castle and museum, Keszthely is an easy day trip to plan.

Common questions

Is Fonyód suitable for a holiday without a car?

With accommodation in the right location, the railway station can be helpful. Check the last stretch and your planned excursion destinations before booking.

What makes Fonyód different from Balatonfenyves?

Fonyód is more strongly associated with the harbour, the market and views towards Badacsony; Balatonfenyves is the better base for the narrow-gauge railway and the Nagyberek.

Can you visit the north shore from Fonyód?

Yes, if the timetable and the time of day work. For a crossing or round trip, the current BAHART information is decisive.