Food and Drink
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Emag.hu, Alza.hu, Kifli.hu
- Grocery Delivery
- Tesco Online Delivery
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Zákonyi Ferenc utca and the bars near the Silver Yard
- Local Brewery
- Stari Brewery (located in nearby Tapolca/local pubs)
- Wine Bars
- Zelna Borbár (Vitorlás tér) - Fresh organic local wines
- Street Food Stalls
- Vitorlás tér kiosks (Lángos approx. 1,200 HUF)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Maurus Etterem és Borbár (Modern European/Fusion)
- Best Food Delivery App
- Foodora, Wolt (service limited in winter, frequent in summer)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Fogas (Pike-perch) from the lake and Balaton Fish Soup
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Veganeeta Home (Balatonalmádi - short drive away) or Veggie bowls at Maurus
- Best Dessert Spots
- Karolina Speis (Zákonyi Ferenc u. 4) - Famous homemade cakes
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Aldi (Fürdő utca), Tesco Marina Center
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Tagore Promenade, Round Church (Kerektemplom)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Vaszary Gallery (Vaszary Galéria) - Rotating high-end art exhibits
- Historical Sites
- Jókai Mór Museum (former home of the famous novelist)
- Religious Sites
- Pannonhalma Archabbey (90 mins away), Tihany Abbey (10 mins away)
- Annual Events
- Anna Ball (July), Wine Weeks (August), Blue Ribbon Sailing Regatta
- Cultural Districts
- Reform Era District (Reformkori városrész)
- Theater Venues
- Kisfaludy Galéria (Cultural events and performances)
- Local Markets
- Balatonfüred Market (Vásárcsarnok) on Malom köz
- Music Scene
- Classical concerts at the State Hospital Chapel or Jazz at local wineries
- Street Art
- Sculptures along the Tagore Promenade (Statue of István Széchenyi)
- Cooking Classes
- Local wine pairing and cooking workshops at Figula Wine Estate
- Art Galleries
- Modern műtár (MOMŰ) - Contemporary art collection
- Historic Buildings
- Horváth House (historic gathering spot of the 19th-century elite)
- Local Heritage
- Sailing culture - Balatonfüred is the 'capital' of Hungarian sailing
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Koloska Valley (Koloska-völgy) - hiking and deer park
- National Parks Nearby
- Balaton Uplands National Park (Balaton-felvidéki Nemzeti Park)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Balaton Bike Ring (210km path circling the entire lake)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Jókai Lookout Tower (Jókai-kilátó) - Panoramic lake views
- Birdwatching Locations
- Lóczy Cave area and the Tihany Inner Lake (Belső-tó)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated fire pits in the Koloska valley excursion site
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Magyar Posta, FoxPost lockers (available at Tesco)
- Language Classes
- Veszprém Language Schools (Inter-Lingua) - 15km away
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Lipták Gábor Városi Könyvtár (Kossuth Lajos u. 35)
- Community Centers
- Arany Csillag Cultural Center
- Gaming Lounges
- Local Internet Cafes are rare; gaming is mostly home-based or in Veszprém
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Grand Casino (Sopron/Budapest are nearest major ones; local slots are restricted)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Balatonfüredi Szabadidőközpont
- Tech Repair Services
- PC Füred (Arany János u. 4)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 1,800,000 HUF per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 72M HUF / $187k)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 1,200,000 HUF per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 48M HUF / $125k)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 1,600,000 HUF per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 96M HUF / $250k)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 1,100,000 HUF per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 66M HUF / $172k)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 1,500,000 HUF per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 120M HUF / $312k)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 1,000,000 HUF per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 80M HUF / $208k)
- Corporate Tax
- 9% (Lowest in the EU)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 15% (Social contribution tax may also apply to residents)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents; Flat Personal Income Tax
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 15% (Flat rate)
- VAT
- 27% (Standard rate)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, in line with EU ATAD guidelines
- Property Tax
- Local building tax (építményadó) - varied by m²
- Property Transaction Tax
- 4% Transfer Tax (vagyonszerzési illeték)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- White Card (Residence Permit) allows 0% local tax if income is from outside Hungary and not tax-resident
Essentials
- City
- Balatonfüred, Veszprém County, Hungary
- Population
- Approx. 13,000 (increases significantly in summer)
- Internet Speed
- Average 120 Mbps (Fiber available via Telekom and Digi)
- Currency & Banking
- Hungarian Forint (HUF); 1 EUR ≈ 410 HUF, 1 USD ≈ 385 HUF
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality (famous for its carbonated mineral springs)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Telekom, Yettel, Vodafone (Approx. 5,000 HUF for 20GB)
- Banking for Expats
- OTP Bank, Erste Bank; Revolut and Wise widely used
- Accommodation
- Guesthouses (Zimmer Frei), Boutique Hotels, and high-end lakeside apartments
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards accepted at most restaurants and shops; small kiosks might prefer cash
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and local agencies like Silver Line Residence
- Budget Accommodation
- Balatonfüredi Yacht Club (approx. 15,000 HUF/night in off-season)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Tagore Promenade (Tagore sétány) and the Reform Era District
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Residential areas near Aranyhíd sétány or the quieter hillsides of Tamás-hegy
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Loffice Balaton (Tihany/Füred area) - approx. 6,000 HUF/day
- Best Cafe for Work
- Bergmann Cukrászda (Petőfi Sándor u. 64) - Quiet, classic ambiance with great Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Balaton Business Networking (seasonal meetups at Aura Hotel)
- Social Events for Expats
- Expats in Balaton Facebook Group; wine tasting mixers at Figula Winery
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Füred Taxi (+36 87 343 343); Bolt is not consistently available, local dispatch is better
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- BalatonBike365 Port (Zákonyi Ferenc u. 8) - Approx. 6,000 HUF/day
- Best Beach Nearby
- Esterházy Beach (High-end) and Kisfaludy Beach (Active/Family)
- Top Regional Airline
- Wizz Air (operating from Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport)
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines (via Vienna or Budapest)
- Highway Access
- M7 Motorway (accessible via Route 71 connecting to Budapest)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Balatonfüred Railway Station (Direct hourly trains to Budapest Déli)
- Public Transport Passes
- Veszprém-Balaton 24/7 day pass (approx. 1,500 HUF)
- Regional Travel
- Bahart Ferries (connecting to Tihany and Siófok), Volánbusz intercity buses
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- State Hospital for Cardiology (Szívkórház) - Specialized; general care at Veszprém Csolnoky Ferenc Hospital
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Anna Grand Hotel Spa & Wellness (Gyógy tér 1)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Balatonfüredi Szabadidő és Konvergencia Központ (Horváth Mihály u. 25)
- Laundry Services
- Bubbles Self-Service Laundry (located in nearby Veszprém, 15 mins away)