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- Balatonfured
Balatonfured
Balatonfured has been the most fashionable resort on the lake
since the 18th century when the medicinal centre was established
and today people are drawn here on holiday because of its curative
thermal waters. The mineral baths are reserved for patients, but
the Balatonfured resort area is popular with tourists and there are
three good beaches for swimming. The heart of the old spa town is
the shady Gyógy tér (Health Square) that has a hot spring in the
centre and is lined with 19th century facades. Among its
attractions is a peaceful lakeside promenade, several hot springs
and small museums.
Information & Facts
Language
Hungarian (Magyar) is the official language, but German
is widely spoken, especially in the areas close to the Austrian
border. English is spoken in tourist areas and most
hotels.
Money
Even though Hungary is part of the EU it does not use the Euro;
the official currency is the Hungarian Forint (HUF). Travellers
cheques are not widely favoured. Credit cards most accepted in the
country are AMEX, Diners Club, EnRoute, Euro/Mastercard, JCB and
Visa, and these can be used to withdraw cash from banks and ATMs
and to pay bills in hotels, restaurants and most shops. Banks
usually open between 8am and 4pm on weekdays and some are open on
Saturdays. ATMs and currency exchange machines are available in
towns and cities throughout the country. It is advisable to retain
exchange receipts for proof of legal currency exchange.