Fonyód, town in Hungary
Fonyód is a town on the southern shore of Lake Balaton in Hungary, presenting itself as a port town. The town features several sandy beaches, a pier extending over 460 meters into the water, a museum, shops and restaurants, and sits within a landscape of hills and water.
Fonyód was first mentioned in 1082 under the name Funoldi and belonged to the Pannonhalma Benedictine abbey during the Middle Ages. The railroad line of 1896 and the harbor expansion in the 19th century transformed the settlement from a fishing village into a modern resort destination.
Fonyód is marked by local artist monuments and sculptures scattered along the lakeshore promenade. The town preserves its fishing heritage and connection to the water through daily practices and local specialties that visitors can discover in the restaurants and markets.
Visitors find various accommodations from hotels to holiday rentals in town and nearby places like Boglár and Siófok. The best ways to explore are cycling along the lakeside promenade or walking in the surrounding hills, especially up to the viewpoints and lookout towers.
The Fonyód pier is one of the longest on Lake Balaton at 460 meters and offers an unexpected view of the bay from the water. In summer, artists perform there and fireworks light up the sky, making the pier a popular evening gathering spot.
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