Balatonakarattya: High Shore and Balaton Views
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Balatonakarattya can be identified by a striking landscape feature: the Akarattya High Shore on Kisfaludy Promenade opens up views over the eastern part of Lake Balaton. A wooden viewing terrace, a local legend, and the railway stop’s current name also help you plan your trip.
Balatonakarattya at a glance
The Akarattya High Shore (Akarattya Magaspart) is located in Balatonakarattya on Kisfaludy Promenade and is one of the most spectacular panoramic viewpoints on the eastern shore of Lake Balaton. A wooden viewing terrace has also been built along the promenade as a place to rest and enjoy the scenery. The railway stop Honvéd Üdülő, within the municipality, was renamed Csittényhegy; the municipal transport information now uses the name Csittényhegy.
What makes the High Shore a landmark viewpoint?
From the Akarattya High Shore, visitors look out over a wide stretch of Lake Balaton and the surrounding settlements from a height roughly equivalent to that of a 20-story building. The panorama combines views of the water with those of the lakeside towns. For travelers choosing a base partly for its landscape, the High Shore is a clear point of reference: the focus here is on expansive views of the lake and its settlements.
What connects the promenade with local lore?
The wooden viewing terrace on Kisfaludy Promenade adds a place to rest and enjoy the scenery alongside the panoramic views. Local lore also includes the Rákóczi-fa. According to legend, Prince Rákóczi rested beneath the tree. Today, the Rákóczi-fa survives only in memory and was considered the oldest elm in the Lake Balaton region. This place therefore brings together a present-day landscape highlight and a long-remembered elm as two distinct themes in the town’s story.
What other themes does the wider Lake Balaton North destination offer?
The wider Lake Balaton North destination offers additional landscape and cultural themes. Boat trips are available in the Tapolcai-tavasbarlang, which also features the guided exhibition “Csodálatos karszt” (“Wonderful Karst”). At Hegyestű, between Zánka and Monoszló, the inner side of a basalt volcano that was active about eight million years ago has been exposed; the mountain is 337 meters high. Badacsony offers hiking trails and panoramic views for hikers. Grapes are grown on its slopes and used to make Badacsony wine. These examples broaden the view beyond Balatonakarattya: karst, volcanic landscapes, hiking, and winegrowing complement the focus on views of Lake Balaton.
Which name should you use to find the railway stop?
If you are looking for the stop when planning your trip, use the name Csittényhegy. Honvéd Üdülő was the former name of the railway stop located within the administrative area of Balatonakarattya; the municipal transport information now uses Csittényhegy.
Discover more destinations: Balatonfőkajár, Csajág, Balatonvilágos, Alsöörs, Balatonalmádi, Balatonfüzfö, Balatonkenese and Szentkirályszabadja.
FAQ
What is the Akarattya High Shore?
It is a panoramic viewpoint on Kisfaludy Promenade in Balatonakarattya, on the eastern shore of Lake Balaton.
What does the legend of the Rákóczi-fa tell?
According to local lore, Prince Rákóczi is said to have rested beneath the tree. Today, the tree survives only in memory.
What is the railway stop called today?
It was renamed from Honvéd Üdülő to Csittényhegy; the municipal transport information now uses the name Csittényhegy.
Go to the wider travel overview: Balatonalmádi.
