Arriving in Zalakaros, you can choose from a wide range of events and attractions during your stay. The programs mostly cover the needs of all three generations. Zalakros is a beautiful holiday oasis especially for the little ones of the family. If you have any questions about the programs below, please contact the front desk where our colleagues are at your disposal.
Thermal medical and experience bath of Zalakaros
The bath is an excellent program for kids and adults, for those who wish to heal and relax, and even for those who like outdoor pools or indoor ones. Explore the pools that you like the most. You must pay for the entrance ticket.
Thermal lake and eco-shore
Let’s go for a walk on the shores of the eco-lake and explore the Éger nature trail. Take a photo by the statue of the Tőzike fairy and don’t forget to try the outdoor fitness machines. There is also a playground for kids.
Dotto train and lookout tower
Explore the city from the little train and admire the panoramic view from the highest level of the lookout tower. The lookout tower is just a short walk from the Dotto stop. Dotto station: 50m from the hotel. You must pay for the ticket for the Dotto. You mustn’t pay the entrance ticket to the lookout tower.
Tour of the Park Forest
Let’s hike in the amazing nature. Especially kids enjoy the snail tour nature trail. Explore the hiking trails of Zalakaros. For further information, contact us at the reception.
You mustn’t pay for the entrance ticket.
Bike renting
If you wish to have an active recreation rent a bike, ask for free maps, and choose from the shorter or longer routes. The area of Zalakaros is perfectly convenient for bicycle tours.
Sightseeing flight (Sztupa, Keszthely, Kis-Balaton,…)
Have you ever been to Zalakaros? Or would you try something new? See the city or the surrounding area from above. Make an appointment for one of the possible sightseeing flights.
Nordic walking tours
Would you do some sports or just explore the area? Let’s make it happen in one of our nordic walking routes. Ask for sticks and maps and let’s have fun!
Buffalo reservation
Visit the buffalos in their original environment in Kápolnapuszta. Visit the exhibition and the other animals.
Petting zoo in Fenyvespuszta
Both kids and adults adore animals. The petting zoo opposite to the Kányavári island is welcoming everyone.
Kányavári island
The unique island of Kis-Balaton with its special wooden bridge offers an unforgettable memory at any time of the year. A lookout tower, a playground, and a nature trail await the visitors.
Small-Balaton Gallery, Zalavár
Explore the cultural treasures of Small-Balaton in one place, at the Small-Balaton center. Attractions: the ruins of Récéskút basilica, Cyrill-Metód monument, Makovecz church, Small-Balaton exhibition house.
Cezar winery in Nagyrada and the lookout tower in Szelemi mountain
Would you like to taste wines or give a bottle of Zala wines as a gift? Visit the Cezar winery from where the vineyard lookout tower with its mesmerizing panoramic view is only 100m far.
Panka horse farm in Galambok
Horseback riding? Horse carriage rides? Individual rides? You have the opportunity to try all of these in Panka horse farm. It is a fantastic experience for the family, even for the non-riders.
Palatine mill in Zalamerenye
Between the cities of Zalakaros and Zalamerenye lies the 600-year-old watermill which is currently on private property.
Rock path in Nagybakónak
Do you wish to have an active excursion? The rock path in Nagybakónak is an excellent place for this purpose. Explore this individual place in nature.
Nagykanizsa: boating lake, lookout tower, downtown
Nagykanizsa offers the opportunity to have active or passive leisure time. Hike around the boating lake and climb up to the lookout tower, or admire the wonderful downtown with an ice cream in your hand. In case of shopping, the nearest supermarkets are also found here.
Keszthely: Festetics Castle, Balaton museum, Snail parliament, museums
Keszthely is an amazing city on the shore of Lake Balaton where you can spend a whole day visiting the many and varied attractions. Main attractions: Festetics castle, museums, pedestrian street, coastal promenade. The harbor is also available for boat trips.
Hévíz
Lake Hévíz which is famous all over Europe is only a few km from Zalakaros. Who doesn’t want to bathe in the thermal lake has the opportunity to go for a walk in the city center. Also, to explore the city on Dotto trains, to spend the time in patisseries or to shop in boutiques.
Zalaegerszeg: AquaCity, downtown
The most populated city of Zala offers a spa complex, shopping street, restaurants, and attractions to the visitors.
Sümeg: castle and a medieval feast
The Sümeg castle offers an excellent historical experience which is also the site of knight’s tournaments and medieval feasts. You can reach the castle on the hill by bus too.
Curly water tour: Fishing, Hunting
Hasn’t only the bath attracted you to Zalakaros? Are you interested in other extraordinary program opportunities out of relaxing? In this case, contact the organizers of fishing, hunting, and rowing programs or ask for our help at the reception.
Kányaváry Wine Terraca
Enjoy the panoramic view to Lake Balaton’s characteristic volcanic mountains in the arms of Little Balaton natural reserve area.
