From Nagyberek to Kis-Balaton – yellow A/B

1. Route description, explanation of signs
A medium long tour with minor elevation gain in the southern area of Lake Balaton, varied in terms of road type.
The tour can also be combined with a train ride between Balatonfenyves and Somogyszentpál on the narrow-gauge railway, however it is advisable to arrange for the transport of the bicycle in advance with them.
The dashed line on the map indicates an unpaved path.

2. Difficulty factors in the tour
The route crosses the main road 7 at Balatonfenyves, please ride with extra caution there.
The section between Kéthely and Hollád contains steep climbs and downhills as well as some slippery and muddy spots.
Drinking water sources are limited on the tour so make sure you head out carrying full water bottles.

3. Ambience
We recommend this 60 km long round trip to all who wish to enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this hidden corner of Lake Balaton. It does not come as a surprise that after leaving the Hungarian sea a couple of kilometres behind, the main characters are no longer the sailing boats and fishing, but the vineyards and wine that have been shaping the landscape for centuries, providing the locals with fun and joie de vivre. There are also signs of traditional farming, of hard work and zeal of the peasants along the route: stopping at the statue of the shepherd patron Saint Vendel or in the old local history museum in Vörs you can feel the unity of man and nature that has co-existed here for centuries. On the way you can relax at a truly modern winery where the best produce is put on the plate and fine local wines are poured into your glass. The route stays mostly on paths with no significant elevation differences, the only challenge is the climb to the Parapli lookout tower.

Municipalities on the route: Balatonberény, Balatonkeresztúr, Balatonmáriafürdő, Balatonfenyves, Tótszentpál, Kéthely, Hollád, Tikos, Szegerdő, Főnyed, Vörs, Balatonszentgyörgy