cím: Can we share Hungarians desire for thermal baths?

lead: Travel blog and photos by Motti Verses

tartalom: + 1 The IMTM 2023 – International Mediterranean Tourism Market was held two months ago in Expo Tel Aviv for the first time after COVID. The exhibition was a success. Endless booths and representations of both countries and private tourism providers alike. Walking between the cubicles and meeting hundreds of professionals, I suddenly noticed a small modest counter in a remote corner with the Hungarian flag. There I met Petr Ostrovkin, an impressive businessman with his intrepetor. I was curious about the product he was trying to market – a hotel in Hungary he owns on a small lake I never heard of. Petr invited me to visit and within a few weeks I found myself spending an incredible time by Europe’s largest thermal basin – lake Hévíz, chick to chick with Lake Balton.      There I investigated, discovered and experienced – why do Hungarians desire top thermal baths so much. Or, is it true that Hungary is indeed a “bathing world-power”.  The explanation is rather straightforward – history, tradition and geography are all mixed, like a traditional Jewish Cholent. The Romans that ruled in ancient Hungary left first their famous mark here. They had bathing and cleaning habits. Bathing was an important part of their lifestyle, which meant refreshing the body and soul. They built baths in this region, mainly for their military forces. Several private baths were also framed by wealthy Romans in their mansions. It is believed that the Roman healers built separate bathing complexes for those who were in poor health condition.   Hungarian bath culture started flourishing with medieval Turkish rule – an art wall creation in Rudas bath, Budapest (photo by Motti Verses) Going back in time – Rudas turkish style sink, Budapest (photo by Motti Verses) However it is believed that the Hungarian bath culture started flourishing with medieval Turkish rule. The Ottoman Empire, historically  the Turkish Empire, controlled much of southeast Europe, including Hungary. They are the ones that lay down the foundations of thermal baths. The Ottomans also introduced people to the habits of their wellness treatments. Massages, body creams and oils. The Turks valued bathing as both a cleansing ritual and social gathering. The Hungarians were doubtful. Only the Turks were allowed to use the baths during the day. Curious Hungarians only went to the thermal baths at night-time, especially in Budapest that was and still is a city of bathing power. The rest is history. Over the years these baths became part of a balanced life culture in Hungary. Bearing in mind that the country has no access to an ocean or a sea, relying on Lake Balaton for recreational needs, local baths flourished. The neighbors in Austria, once part of the joint dual Monarchy under the name Austro-Hungarian Empire, similarly love thermal baths . Lake Hévíz, Europe’s largest thermal basin (photo by Motti Verses) Endless steam – Lake Hévíz (photo by Motti Verses) A small creek with water coming from the lake- similar as the hotel thermal baths (photo by Motti Verses) No wonder the small Lake Hévíz, Europe’s largest thermal basin is an extremely popular destination – a two hours drive, either from Budapest or Vienna. It is 38.5 meters deep, with 410 liters per second water flow rate and biologically volcanically active – a natural thermal lake with magical health capabilities. Some call it the fountain of life. Since 1795 these healing waters helped people to recover and regain their strength. Most visitors return home refreshed and rejuvenated. Experts indicate that the chemical ingredients of cold and hot water springs, with 40 degrees of sulphuric medicinal water here, are richer than those in thermal baths in Budapest. Hévíz is where Petr Ostrovkin’s hotel is. He hopes Israelis will in time flock to his shimmering estate. His Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa offers 232 rooms and suites and is an ultimate destination for a relaxing and therapeutic vacation. The hotel is located in a gigantic natural park within walking distance to Lake Hévíz. This walk is rather surreal along a small creek with steam water coming from the lake. Our visit was just recently but the temperatures were low and a constant drizzle dominated our stay. Endless steam evaporates as the water temperature is very high. Guests may enjoy Lake Hévíz mineral water reaching the spa via pipes. Definitely the most rewarding experiences one can enjoy here. Lotus Therme is a pampering traditional hotel. A variety of different indoor pools in contrasting water temperatures are offered. The great jacuzzi was the strongest I have ever experienced. The main round pool is heated, but does not contain healing water. Pouring rain while your body is soaked deep in hot water is just paradise. We loved our morning swim in this well maintained pool. A unique experience in any weather conditions. The wellness spa offers a variety of treatments with Lake Hévíz products, however we did not experience them. The pampering pools were just fantastic. The daily scenery from the room balcony – total relaxation (photo by Motti Verses) A great experience while swimming – constant drizzle with steam evaporation, as the water temperature is very high (photo by Motti Verses) The relaxing lobby of Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa (photo by Motti Verses) Lotus is the key element here as this water flower really blossoms on this never surprising natural wonder. Apparently they like the volcanic water and always thrive in warm water with a need room to grow. The lake provides the perfect environment and the hotel wisely promotes this unique phenomenon as a marketing tool in its logo and with endless art creations all over the facilities. Advertisement   Hungarians and Austrians might carry a mosaic of a historical ambivalent relationship, but both people surly adore Lake Hévíz. The majority of guests in the hotel originate from those countries that share love for thermal baths. Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa is offering both food and entertainment with this fact in mind. Pleasant veteran General Manager Attila Fulop is heading skilled team members that work here for many years. Dressed with formal clothes they all recognize the guests who keep returning here. Loyal customers are the best proof for success. The menu at dinner is different each evening and the variety is one of the most generous I have seen. The bar is crowded each night and live dancing with different musicians each day are offered here. Guests of all ages are actually dancing. General Manager Fulop knows his work. A dream of a good hotelier is to keep his guests in its premises and not looking for alternatives elsewhere. A variety of different indoor pools in contrasting water temperatures are offered (photo by Motti Verses) Lotus is the key element here as this water flower really blossoms on the lake (photo by Motti Verses) The bar – live dancing with different musicians each evening (photo by Motti Verses) Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa by night (photo by Motti Verses) With General Manager Attila Fulop(left) – a true Hungarian professional hotelier(photo by Motti Verses) One question remains. Will Israelis flock to Hévíz? Hamat Gader hot springs site in the Yarmouk River valley, used since the classical antiquity, is one of the most popular attractions for Israelis. With that in mind and the endless daily flights from Ben Gurion airport to Budapest, the potential is certainly there. Especially in winter when the flight costs are rock bottom. Hévíz here we come.

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cím: The secret of long-lasting health: Fit Autumn

lead: 5 simple tips to help you stay fit. Because autumn is about preparing your body and soul for the sometimes grey, sometimes glamorous but usually long winter.

tartalom: + 1 BEACH SEASON IN AUTUMN AT THE LARGEST THERMAL LAKE IN THE WORLD Bathe in 30°C hot water in the world's largest natural thermal lake in Hévíz. You do not have to give up the beach experience as the off-season in Hévíz is like a holiday received as a present. Whether it is overcast or it is drizzling, the stroking of hot water will dispel the sad autumn mood and, if there is any, the feeling of aching muscle/joints. And if it is raining and blowing, you can still immerse yourself in a pampering spa experience in the indoor spa or wellness area.   ACTIVE EXPERIENCES LOCALLY AND AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Discover the wonderful surroundings of Hévíz, where many wonders of the western corner of Lake Balaton await you. Discover the ruins of the castles of Szigliget, Rezi, Tátika, Csobánc, Sümeg, Nagyvázsony, explore the cycling paths and hiking trails, visit the lookout towers, from where you can see an unparalleled panorama of Lake Balaton. To do so, the Tourinform office in Hévíz also provides you with maps, bicycles and e-bikes. Take a boat trip in the bay or visit Keszthely, where you can see the third-largest baroque mansion in Hungary with six unique exhibitions. There is no more ideal time for active relaxation than early autumn, with its gorgeous colours, when the temperature is pleasant, around 20°C.   IT'S TIME TO RELAX A LITTLE AND CHARGE YOUR BATTERIES BEFORE THE LONG WINTER In autumn, it is recommended to have a little immune boost, which is based on the regeneration of body and soul. And it's easier to relax, unwind, and relieve stress when you rely on professionals. Does your back or do your shoulders hurt? Would you regain your fitness? Would you draw strength before the long winter? Give yourself a chance for a quality holiday. Pamper yourself with a refreshing massage, do sports every day for half an hour in the fresh air, choose from the offer of autumn vegetables and fruit, and finally relax your muscles in the hot medicinal water. A 5-day holiday in Hévíz can do wonders if you want to recharge your batteries in a calm environment, without crowdedness. Time and space (reception) do not matter on the cosy streets and squares of Hévíz and its surroundings, on the walking paths of parks and forests, and the promenades along the waterfront. Only the quality time you dedicate to yourself counts.   AUTUMN IS THE SEASON OF GOOD WINES AND CULINARY ADVENTURES Whether it's wines, a dinner with friends, an autumn barbecue party or a culinary evening, there are many opportunities in Hévíz in the autumn. Visit Hévíz and choose from a wide range of restaurants, since whether you would like to try traditional Hungarian flavours, street food or fine dining dinners, the flavours of autumn: mushrooms, chestnut, pumpkin, grapes, pears, plums, peaches make every meal a real experience. And if you still cannot find the flavours you like, visit the Hévíz Farmers' Market, where you can choose from local cheeses, smoked meats, juices, jams and pickles.   THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN BUMPING INTO A COZY CONCERT DURING A ROMANTIC EVENING STROLL Although this year has not been loud from events and festivals, in the autumn we prefer a cosy little concert, a harvest-time cooking, or a romantic movie. The long autumn evenings and the pleasantly warm afternoons would provide an ideal opportunity to visit the exhibition at the Museum in the Town Centre, walk in the Roman ruin garden, enjoy an open-air concert or buy tickets for a theatre performance in Keszthely. Choose at least one cultural program from the area you haven’t seen before that you’ve never seen or visited before and top your vacation off with a pinch of art.   CLICK AND CHOOSE FROM THE HÉVÍZ ACCOMMODATION OFFERS TO BE ABLE TO BOOK YOUR AUTUMN HOLIDAY IN HÉVÍZ IN TIME. MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CURRENT PROGRAMMES AND ACCOMMODATION OFFERS: www.heviz.hu | heviz@tourinform.hu Tourinform Office Hévíz Tel: +36 83 540 131 8380 HÉVÍZ, Rákóczi u. 2. WOULD YOU READ MORE INTERESTING NEWS ABOUT HÉVÍZ? FOLLOW US ON EACH OF OUR CHANNELS! Facebook | Blog | Instagram | YouTube  

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cím: Human experiments in Hévíz

lead: 400 miners - That's how many people were needed in 1976 to try a health experiment.

tartalom: + 1 We did not find any description of whether the miners, 200 of them, volunteered for the 5-year scientific observation, having no idea how well they would do. After a thorough medical examination, 400 healthy subjects were selected for the test. Based on experience, the basic premise was that 5 years of hard physical work is very taxing for the body, so miners develop more locomotor complaints after so many years, the number of partial disabilities increases and the rate of illnesses is higher. It is a well-known fact that musculoskeletal diseases are very common among people living unhealthy and/or sedentary lifestyles, as well as people who perform heavy physical work. In this regard, numerous investigations were carried out both at home and abroad in the 1960s and 1970s. What did they want to prove? At the same time, the doctors in Hévíz believed that balneotherapy (performed with water) and physiotherapeutic (performed with movement) cures in Hévíz are useful in preventing such diseases. Preventive treatment can reduce the risk of developing locomotor diseases, workers will spend less time in sick bays, and the cost of their medical treatments will be lower. In 1976, 400 miners were found to be healthy. 200 of them were included in the control group, those who had not been on a medical holiday in Hévíz for 5 years, had not received any health-preserving treatment anywhere. However, the other 200 lucky miners spent 3 weeks in the spa town every year, at the cost of their vacation, where they swam in the warm water of Lake Hévíz, received massage and mud treatments, took part in physical therapy, and received additional treatments. The preventive cures in Hévíz were not only useful and enjoyable for the 200 miners, but the research also ended with very positive results. After 5 years, in 1981, at the then Hévíz State Spa Hospital, it was established that among the 200 miners in the "untreated" control group, significantly more people became disabled and spent significantly more time in the infirmary than those who received preventive treatment. The health status of the regularly treated group clearly remains much better despite the same and equally demanding hard physical work as the control group. But this was not enough proof of the effectiveness of typical Hévíz medicinal water cures! In 1988, another study was conducted at the Hévíz State Spa Hospital, now involving 227 volunteers. In the 1980s, they tried to convince employers why it was worth sending their employees on medical leave. In the case of the 227 people, they were interested in the number of days spent in the patient population. However, the extent of this can mean a significant loss of manpower/a decrease in productivity for a company. They selected 227 patients who were treated with the same locomotor complaint, but 107 of them received medication only, while 120 were treated with a complex spa treatment repeated every year. An astonishing result was achieved in the examined period! The 120 patients who received regular spa treatments spent a total of 885 days in the hospital. In contrast, the 107 members of the control group spent 5,430 days! That's six times the number! This is such a significant difference that it had to be recognized that spa treatments regenerate people much more effectively. Today, it is considered natural that preventive and recreational complex cures and health programs are important not only for those who perform heavy physical work. In Europe, more and more people are participating in so-called manager cures, which serve to regenerate the physical and mental performance of managers who are overburdened with mental work. These are periods of two to three weeks, during which the participants run a lot, swim, eat healthy, and relax, which in many cases includes a digital detox (a period without smart devices). Don't have time for such a long vacation? Don't be discouraged! Try an intensive health program in Hévíz and you have already taken the first step towards a fitter Me. Take part in the human experiment yourself!BodyReboot in Hévíz! Because your body needs Hévíz!   source: Hungarian Spa Almanac: István Fluck, Istvánné Bikfalvi, László Fejér: A gyógyító víz, 2021. pictures: (1) Zander Institute Hévíz - heviz.hu, (2) Tatabánya miners 1973 - Fortepan, (3) Weight bath from the last century - heviz.hu, (4) Hévíz State Spa Hospital (1970) - heviz.hu, (4) ) bathing in the Hévíz lake - heviz.hu

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cím: The secret of long-lasting health: Fit Autumn

lead: 5 simple tips to help you stay fit. Because autumn is about preparing your body and soul for the sometimes grey, sometimes glamorous but usually long winter.

tartalom: + 1 BEACH SEASON IN AUTUMN AT THE LARGEST THERMAL LAKE IN THE WORLD Bathe in 30°C hot water in the world's largest natural thermal lake in Hévíz. You do not have to give up the beach experience as the off-season in Hévíz is like a holiday received as a present. Whether it is overcast or it is drizzling, the stroking of hot water will dispel the sad autumn mood and, if there is any, the feeling of aching muscle/joints. And if it is raining and blowing, you can still immerse yourself in a pampering spa experience in the indoor spa or wellness area.   ACTIVE EXPERIENCES LOCALLY AND AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Discover the wonderful surroundings of Hévíz, where many wonders of the western corner of Lake Balaton await you. Discover the ruins of the castles of Szigliget, Rezi, Tátika, Csobánc, Sümeg, Nagyvázsony, explore the cycling paths and hiking trails, visit the lookout towers, from where you can see an unparalleled panorama of Lake Balaton. To do so, the Tourinform office in Hévíz also provides you with maps, bicycles and e-bikes. Take a boat trip in the bay or visit Keszthely, where you can see the third-largest baroque mansion in Hungary with six unique exhibitions. There is no more ideal time for active relaxation than early autumn, with its gorgeous colours, when the temperature is pleasant, around 20°C.   IT'S TIME TO RELAX A LITTLE AND CHARGE YOUR BATTERIES BEFORE THE LONG WINTER In autumn, it is recommended to have a little immune boost, which is based on the regeneration of body and soul. And it's easier to relax, unwind, and relieve stress when you rely on professionals. Does your back or do your shoulders hurt? Would you regain your fitness? Would you draw strength before the long winter? Give yourself a chance for a quality holiday. Pamper yourself with a refreshing massage, do sports every day for half an hour in the fresh air, choose from the offer of autumn vegetables and fruit, and finally relax your muscles in the hot medicinal water. A 5-day holiday in Hévíz can do wonders if you want to recharge your batteries in a calm environment, without crowdedness. Time and space (reception) do not matter on the cosy streets and squares of Hévíz and its surroundings, on the walking paths of parks and forests, and the promenades along the waterfront. Only the quality time you dedicate to yourself counts.   AUTUMN IS THE SEASON OF GOOD WINES AND CULINARY ADVENTURES Whether it's wines, a dinner with friends, an autumn barbecue party or a culinary evening, there are many opportunities in Hévíz in the autumn. Visit Hévíz and choose from a wide range of restaurants, since whether you would like to try traditional Hungarian flavours, street food or fine dining dinners, the flavours of autumn: mushrooms, chestnut, pumpkin, grapes, pears, plums, peaches make every meal a real experience. And if you still cannot find the flavours you like, visit the Hévíz Farmers' Market, where you can choose from local cheeses, smoked meats, juices, jams and pickles.   THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN BUMPING INTO A COZY CONCERT DURING A ROMANTIC EVENING STROLL Although this year has not been loud from events and festivals, in the autumn we prefer a cosy little concert, a harvest-time cooking, or a romantic movie. The long autumn evenings and the pleasantly warm afternoons would provide an ideal opportunity to visit the exhibition at the Museum in the Town Centre, walk in the Roman ruin garden, enjoy an open-air concert or buy tickets for a theatre performance in Keszthely. Choose at least one cultural program from the area you haven’t seen before that you’ve never seen or visited before and top your vacation off with a pinch of art.   CLICK AND CHOOSE FROM THE HÉVÍZ ACCOMMODATION OFFERS TO BE ABLE TO BOOK YOUR AUTUMN HOLIDAY IN HÉVÍZ IN TIME. MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CURRENT PROGRAMMES AND ACCOMMODATION OFFERS: www.heviz.hu | heviz@tourinform.hu Tourinform Office Hévíz Tel: +36 83 540 131 8380 HÉVÍZ, Rákóczi u. 2. WOULD YOU READ MORE INTERESTING NEWS ABOUT HÉVÍZ? FOLLOW US ON EACH OF OUR CHANNELS! Facebook | Blog | Instagram | YouTube  

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cím: It’s cold outside? Start the year with getting warm in Hévíz!

lead: Winter is just a season. Some people even go for an extreme swim at Lake Balaton in January, but you don't have to do such an extreme sport to have a good time.

tartalom: + 1 Would it be cool though? If you want to look cool by swimming in a natural lake in winter try Lake Hévíz. The temperature of the Lake never goes below 24˙C, not even in the winter. In Hévíz it doesn't matter what season it is: it is always bathing time! This is a proven fact! Did you know? Tired muscles, cold toes, and stress dissolve in warm water! In the thermal spa pools, you can enjoy the hot steam all day and night at 36°C. Wherever you go, sooner or later (sooner is the better) you're bound to stumble upon a poolside. Melt yourself out with the power of steam! As soon as winter sets in, the sauna stones start to glow. Honey, fragrant, coconut, beer infusions, and refreshing saunas await you. You don't have to start with the 90°C Finnish sauna, instead start with the aroma or steam cabin and relax with the power of nature! A water experience in a different way! Ever been paddling in winter? Have you ever paddled at all? Only here, and only in winter, you can experience it on the Hévíz Stream. Not only the experience is special, but the landscape is also a sight to behold! Which is why only a very limited number of paddlers can paddle on a stretch of about 10 km. If you want to go on a canoe trip, you should book early for this programme! But good news: it is safe for children too and even recommended for beginners! In fact, zigzagging is even more fun. Forget the water! Warm water and steam are not the only ways to warm up. Explore the so called ‘Vadlán-lik (Wild Girl’s Cave) or find out yourself if the basalt organs really play some music or not. Finally, make a selfie from the top of one of the lookout towers of the Keszthely Hills, or from the Castle of Szigliget,with Lake Balaton and the basalt hills in the background! Catch fire! Would you like to participate in a small adventure tour, just here, just in town, preferably not too long? Join a torch-lit tour of the town, discover the secrets of Hévíz on a magical evening on our night tour! You can sign up for the tour at the Tourinform in Hévíz.   There’s a Plan B! You arrived in the city, and it’s raining all day.  Don't stay home! It's open now as well! If you like challenges and moving a lot The Adrenalin Arena in Alsópáhok is the perfect choice for you. The Arena is fun for adults and for children as well. For the less adventurous, Keszthely's Helikon Castle Museum is the place to visit. In the castle you can spend days, since there are six different exhibitions waiting for you to explore them all. You may also find some other thermal baths in the area as well filled with slides and many pools. You're here to relax, not to jump!  Stay in the hotel and head to the spa. There's nothing better than one or more pampering sessions, a nice relaxing massage, a scented bath or some beauty treatments. Don’t forget to eat! Morning, noon, evening, anytime - have a steaming drink; tea, coffee, mulled wine, punch, hot chocolate and/or eat hot cream soups, pancakes, roasts, or the finest lángos in the city. You don't have to go down to the bar if you don't want to. Order everything from the hotel and spend the whole day in bed. Although you can do that at home too, although you would miss the room service! Change your perspective! No snow? You can still enjoy your winter vacation!  

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description: Winter is just a season. Some people even go for an extreme swim at Lake Balaton in January, but you don't have to do such an extreme sport to have a good time.

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cím: Stress and cold toes dissolve in thermal water

lead: Bathing in an experience pool with a massaging back shower, in a 34-36°C warm thermal pool or in the indoor pools of Lake Bath: relaxation is guaranteed.

tartalom: + 1 The cold, foggy, rainy winter days seem to be easily survivable only when viewed from a warm room. It goes without saying that in Hévíz we recommend a pleasantly warm bath to everyone. Unwind with the power of steam! In Hévíz, if you want really warm water, you can bathe in the indoor and outdoor spa and thermal waters of the Hévíz Tófürdő or the wellness hotels. If you are willing to take on extra experiences, bathe outside in the Hévíz lake, even when it is snowing, in the warm water of the swimming pool, which is approximately 23-25°C. If you want to be sure, you can choose the indoor and outdoor thermal pools of spa and wellness hotels for the guaranteed 36°C water. Want to actively sweat? As soon as the colder autumn days arrive, the stones of the saunas in Hévíz are already heating up. It is no coincidence that the most popular autumn-winter spa experience is sauna. Pores expand in the steam of Finnish saunas. The hot air permeates every part of us and has a beneficial effect not only on our well-being, but also on the functioning of the immune system. Take a sauna anywhere, anytime to keep yourself fresh, and take a sauna with friends for the sake of the experience, because the professional sauna masters not only fill your body, but also your soul with new energy! Melt with the power of steam! Of course, you can not only warm up in traditional Finnish saunas. In the wellness hotels, steam cabins, infrared saunas, scented individual or couples' bathtubs, and light therapy equipment also help you forget the cold weather outside. If we are really lucky, we can crown the day with an outdoor hot tub. All that is good: in one! And this is the Hévíz medicinal mud massage to the core. The thick black mud, heated to around 40°C, is applied thickly on the skin and then massaged over the entire body surface. As the mud slowly cools, our skin warms up. After the massage, a very thorough warm bath is recommended, which can also be combined with swimming in 34-36°C medicinal water. Walk, jog, hike! Forget that it's not sunny and 30°C! Put on warm shoes, layered clothes, a wind and waterproof jacket, and you can start an exciting tour! In the vicinity of Hévíz, whether you head in the direction of Rezi, Lake Balaton or Kis-Balaton, you will find numerous well-marked hiking trails. But, if you were only walking here in the city, we recommend the Tavirózsa Tanösvény, whose 2.2 km long route leads around Lake Hévíz, in the 'lower' and 'upper' Véderdő. Even if you don't go far from the city, you can recharge your energy by walking along the forest roads, move your muscles and enjoy the fresh and clean air, while you can catch a glimpse of the steaming thermal water from several points of the promenade - even from the canopy promenade. One thing is for sure, a hearty walk will definitely warm you up. Is it too cold for outdoor sports or is it raining? Jump over to Alsópáhok and test yourself in the Adrenalin Arena! Row on a steaming stream! Find a friendly tour guide and join the challenge! You will have a wonderful experience on the warm flowing water of Lake Hévíz, on the Hévíz stream. The approximately 3-hour program includes 10 km of paddling, for which you do not need to be a professional canoeist, and you can even take on the distance with children. Bring warm clothes and maybe a pillow under your bottom, and the organizers will provide you with professional equipment and hot drinks during the journey and at the end of the distance. But if you paddle, you won't get cold! Invite yourself over for a hot drink! You don't even have to get up from the armchair or move away from the bar to warm us up! Order yourself a warm punch, a hot coffee, tea, chocolate, or perhaps a spicy mulled wine and you can already feel like the emperor of life, as long as you let the steaming drink in your palm sip, so that the minutes just tick by carefree.

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cím: Valentine Day's programs in town

lead: #iloveheviz "love benches" all over Hévíz for 3 days

tartalom: + 1 February 14-16. Valentine's Day photo spots and photo game in Hévíz, for romantic gifts Town of kisses Prizegame Programs Restaurants Accommodation   The cool winter evenings, the early dusk offer many opportunities for a romantic walk under the stars, a hot chocolate cuddle, an intimate dinner, watching a movie together. But that's not all! After the great success of previous years, the HELLO HÉVÍZ team is again offering couples Kiss benches this year, so they will set up more than 100 romantic photo locations in the city for the Valentine's Day weekend. We guarantee that you will get in the mood for love with us! During opening hours, the employees in the stores will be happy to help you take photos. Programs All three days Kissing benches at more than 100 locations in the city, with a prize draw Live music, love melodies at Sissy Café and Ice Cream Parlor from 12-19 pm Board game at the Love Courtyard at 8 Erzsébet királyné str. Valentine's Day food specials at the city's restaurants and cafés Love movies at Fontana Cinema Music and dance events at Louis Presszó Friday, 14. February 16:00 Love Wizard Program with Smiling Liam - Sissy Café and Ice Cream Parlor 19:30 How could I live without you? - Fontana Film Theater (Ticket: 2000 HUF/person) Saturday, 15. February 17:00 Story therapist Andrea Szabóné Prádli: Through tales about relationships - Liget Royal Restaurant 17:00 How could I live without you? - Fontana Film Theater (Ticket: 2000 HUF/person) 19:00-02:00 Valentine's Day live music ball - Louis Presszója (Ticket: 1500 HUF/person) Sunday, 16. February 17:00 Bridget Jones: The Walking Dead - Fontana Film Theater (Ticket: 2000 HUF/person)   Photo contest for valuable prizes! Everyone who takes a selfie with their partner at one or more Kissing Benches between February 14 and 16 can also participate in the Valentine's Day prize draw. Show one or more joint pictures to your friends on your own Facebook or Instagram page with the hashtag hévízícsók - #hévízícsók -; if you can, follow the @HelloHévíz page on Facebook; and register for the prize draw with your name, email address and of course your best picture (here!!). Game and entry deadline: February 16, 2025, 24:00. The prizes of the kissing booth game: Gold brill ring worth 300,000 HUF - Rocky Gold Gift certificate worth 20,000 HUF - Farmer Vár Gift basket worth 20,000 HUF - Flamingo Food Dior men's perfume worth 10,000 HUF - Sissy Café and Ice Cream Prada women's perfume worth 10,000 HUF - Sissy Café and Ice Cream Gift certificate worth 10,000 HUF - Sissy Café and Ice Cream 3 gift certificates worth 10,000 HUF - Sajtház 2 dinner certificates worth 10,000 HUF - Árpád Borozó Gift certificate worth 10,000 HUF - Erika Souvenir Gift certificate worth 10,000 HUF - My Mother's Kitchen 10,000 HUF Gift Certificate - Mylady Butik Gift Certificate - Sandwich Bar worth 10,000 HUF 2 Pairs of 8,000 HUF with a soft drink - Faló Büfé 5 Necklaces worth 3,000 HUF - HéVIPart   This is how you can participate in the prize draw!   Registration page at www.heviz.hu/jatek, or just scan the QR code   Valentine's Day food specialties of Hévíz restaurants! Magyar Csárda Celery cream soup with crispy - 2490 Ft Duck liver stuffed tenderloin with tócsi, celery puree - 6390 Ft Salmon trout with dill sauce, crispy potatoes - 6390 Ft Strawberry cheesecake - 2290 Ft Tavirózsa utca 2-4. / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:30-21:00 / table reservation: +36 30 491 6395 Kocsi Csárda Love strawberry cream soup with whipped cream, toasted almonds - 1990 HUF Italian mozzarella balls with basil olive oil, cherry tomatoes - 2990 HUF Chicken breast in sesame coat, on a bed of lettuce, with remoulade sauce - 5690 HUF Freshly made virgin coin bites on a reimagined Brasso base, with homemade barrel potatoes - 5690 HUF Flounder fillet in panko crumbs, with rice, buttery steamed vegetables, tartar sauce - 6690 HUF Cherry and poppy seed pancakes with vanilla glaze - 1990 HUF Nagyparkoló tér 18. / open: Friday 11:00 - 21:00, Saturday 11:00 - 21:30, Sunday 11:00 - 20:30 / table reservation: +36 83 341 026 Sissy Café and Ice Cream Shop Pistachio raspberry heart cake with 1 glass of champagne - 2490 HUF Deák tér 1. / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 8:00 - 19:00 / table reservation: +36 20 293 6679 Hofbräu Restaurant Musical, candlelit, romantic dinner: Welcome drink: Kir Royale Appetizer: Homemade ricotta-spinach ravioli, browned with nutmeg butter or Pear-walnut-blue cheese green salad, homemade sourdough baguette Main course: Salmon steak with champagne sauce, zucchini-carrot spaghetti or Wellington with Madeira sauce, potato gratin Dessert: Créme brulée with hot raspberry dressing or Baked banana with rum chocolate sauce, vanilla ice cream, whipped cream Price of the festive menu: 12,990 HUF Nagyparkoló tér 9. / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 8:00 - 22:00 / table reservations: +36 83 342 317 Vilmos Pince Hévíz Cupid's Arrow poppy seed pancake with red wine plum jam sauce and cappuccino - 2800 HUF Egregy, Dömbföldi u. 70. / open: Friday, Sunday 12:00-18:00 / table reservation: +36 30 308 4477 Liget Royal Restaurant Welcome drink: 1 glass of Albino Perle sparkling wine (Taschner Winery) Appetizer: Smoked shank croquette with kápia cream, ajvar, romaine lettuce Main course: Duck breast, carrot, ginger, crispy buckwheat or Fogas, dill cottage cheese polenta, fish soup sauce Dessert: White chocolate heart, poppy seed, raspberry Price of the festive menu: 10 990 HUF Petőfi u. 7. / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:30 - 21:00 / table reservation: +36 20 373 6979 Annabella Restraurant Pumpkin cream soup Rosé duck breast with honey orange sauce, princess potatoes Chestnut heart - price of the complete menu: 8990 HUF Tavirózsa utca 12. / open: Friday, Saturday 11:30-21:00 / table reservation: +36 20 591 2350 Korona Restaurant and Pension Celery cream soup with tortilla chips - 2300 HUF Love Burger, sweet potato with sirloin: homemade bun, beef patty, black forest ham, chilli mango chutney - 4500 HUF Crépe Suzette: orange, French pancake specialty - 2700 HUF Drink offer: Figula Zenit, Sour cherry Hugo cocktail, honey Litovel Medovy beer Széchenyi u. 43. / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:30 - 22:00 / table reservation: +36 20 311 7055 Grill & Roll Restaurant Coconut chicken soup with chili and coriander + Grilled sea bass fillet with fennel sauce, vegetable straws + strawberry cream cheese mousse + welcome drink - 6450 HUF Fragrant (adult) strawberry cream soup + Grilled salmon fillet with honey-citrus sauce, parsley potatoes + Somló dumplings + welcome drink - 6450 HUF Love charm soup (with almond milk, walnut oil) + Duck a'la Valentin: crispy fried duck breast slices, mint milk rice, salted caramel, raspberries + Cupid's arrow: strawberry marrow pudding, coconut emulsion, homemade biscuits + welcome drink - 6450 Ft Petőfi utca 16. / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11:00 - 22:00 / table reservations: +36 83 343 000 Brix Bistro Appetizer: Duck breast, arugula, blood orange, pine nuts, parmesan or Celery cream soup, chilli, shrimp Main course: Matured sirloin, green pea sauce, fried eggplant or Salmon, honey, sesame, grilled vegetables Dessert: Hot lava cake, chocolate mousse, raspberry foam Price of the festive menu: 14 900 Ft Rákóczi utca / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday / table reservations: +36 83 900 120 Louise Presszója Martini Fiero cocktail promotion - pay 2 get 3! Nagyparkoló tér 15. / open: Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 7:00 PM / table reservations: +36 30 593 3935       Special hotel offers for Valentine’s Day weekend in Hévíz! Some highlights if you are looking for accommodation: Attila Kökény will perform at Hunguest Hotel Hélios on February 14 At NaturMed Hotel Carbona, Renáta Damu and Tibor Kónya Duo will entertain guests on the 14th, Silver Band on the 15th, Mariann Falusi on the 16th, Roland Dörnyei on the 16th, all three days with great couple programs (massage, yoga) and special sauna programs In the Palace Hotel Hévíz restaurant, dinner guests will be entertained by the Jazzy Pop Duo (Lia Szabó and Endre Vanrga) on the evening of the 14th - external guests can also dine in the restaurant At Lotous Therme Hotel & Spa, Bálint Gájer will perform on February 14th, and Bettina Bódis on the 15th At Bonvital Wellness & Gastro Hotel, Adrienn Szekeres will entertain guests on Valentine's Day weekend, who will also be treated to a special romantic dinner at Bris Bistro The On Fridays, couples are treated to an extra musical evening, couples massage, delicious cocktails and extra childcare for those arriving with children at Kolping Hotel Spa. Hotel Európa Fit guests receive a wellness coupon with their booking, and can also prepare for a music and dance evening and special sauna programs.       Not exactly the time to come but are you interested in winter offers? Book accommodation and surprise your partner with a long weekend. Current winter package offers here!   Hévíz awaits! Romantic February! Adatvédelmi Tájékoztató Játékszabály  

title: Valentine Day's programs in town

description: #iloveheviz "love benches" all over Hévíz for 3 days

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cím: GreenPower – Recharge This Spring with the Energy of Nature!

lead: After months of urban lifestyle, digital noise, stress, and winter fatigue, it’s time to return to an ancient energy source: nature! Spring is arriving, bringing with it a fresh, green energy that surrounds us in every moment. Hévíz is a true natural oasis where healing waters, lush forests, and crystal-clear air help your body and soul renew.

tartalom: + 1 Water – The Source of Life Water, in its noble simplicity, is the essence of life – and this is especially true of the thermal waters of Hévíz. It’s a living healing source, rich in minerals that nourish the body and help restore tired joints. They say stress and sore muscles melt away in the warm waters of Hévíz! A relaxing bath can feel like a rebirth of your inner energy: the minerals boost circulation, support detoxification, and encourage cell renewal. It’s not just a physical refreshment, but a mental one too – a true stress-reliever.   Breathing Nature, Fresh Leaves, and Green Harmony Picture yourself walking through a dense, green forest, where every tree and leaf radiates life and freshness. The clean air offered by the forest acts as natural oxygen therapy – freeing your mind, helping you reflect, and pulling you out of daily stress. The silence of the woods, the trickle of streams, and the song of birds create a stress-relieving effect that reconnects you with inner calm. This spring, “Open up to nature!” in Hévíz – walk, jog, hike, or cycle to energize every cell in your body with fresh air! Let the Sunshine In! Natural sunlight is essential for vitamin D production, which is key to bone strength and a healthy immune system. In spring, days get longer, the sun shines warmer, and we can spend more time outdoors – enjoying early sunbaths, weekend yoga, or just being outside. You can amplify the experience with a bit of sound therapy: notice the relaxing sounds of nature – the rustling of trees, birds singing, and water flowing. Quiet your mind and hear the harmony of the earth.   The Healing Mud Imagine lying in a warm room as your body is massaged with thick, black therapeutic mud heated to 44°C. Thanks to the warm, mineral-rich substance and skilled massage, your whole body relaxes, your skin warms, and the beneficial elements absorb through your pores. Your muscles unwind, joints quietly regenerate, your skin becomes silky, and your nerves find calm. Don’t do it because you need to – do it because it’s simply fantastic! Vitamin Bomb Spring is the season of rebirth, and there’s no better way to boost a tired immune system than with a diet full of fresh vegetables. Ancient medicinal herbs that have been part of healing traditions for centuries are now central to modern wellness. A short detox or juice cleanse with fresh seasonal produce doesn’t just cleanse the body – it’s a true vitamin bomb that restores your vitality. Hévíz is the perfect place to rediscover the power of nature after a long, exhausting winter. The healing water, green forests, fresh air, sunlight, and natural sounds combine to create a revitalizing effect that recharges and restores. If you feel it’s time to escape the digital city noise and reconnect with nature’s ancient energy, don’t hesitate: start your spring renewal in Hévíz and experience the power of true green energy!

title: GreenPower – Recharge This Spring with the Energy of Nature!

description: After months of urban lifestyle, digital noise, stress, and winter fatigue, it’s time to return to an ancient energy source: nature! Spring is arriving, bringing with it a fresh, green energy that surrounds us in every moment. Hévíz is a true natural oasis where healing waters, lush forests, and crystal-clear air help your body and soul renew.

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cím: A bathing paradise for lovers of splashing around

lead: The hotter the heatwave, the more we looking for the surroundings of cooling shady trees and refreshing baths.

tartalom: + 1 There is no shortage of trees and pools in Hévíz. Everyone can choose from a number of options according to their own needs. IF YOU ARE ALREADY HERE, DON'T LEAVE HÉVÍZ WITHOUT THIS! Those who long for healing floating or a relaxing swim in a unique way in the world should definitely try the always warm Lake Hévíz. Everyone who has tried it once loves it! Not only because nowhere else in the world is it possible to swim in such a large natural healing water "pool", but there is also a huge park available for beaching and relaxation. While the adults are swimming, the little ones can splash in the heated but normal water experience pool under the trees. THERMAL, MEDICINE AND EXPERIENCE POOLS IN LARGE HOTELS If water is your essence, we'll help you navigate the wide selection of hotels in Hévíz! Accommodation search sites, such as www.heviz.hu/szallas, also have a filter for swimming pools. We can choose whether we are looking for accommodation with a swimming pool, a spa pool, a children's or experience pool or a jacuzzi. There are surfaces where you can filter for outdoor and indoor pools separately, so it's worth looking at several places. Of course, it is best to scroll through the hotel's photo gallery, because the photos tell a lot not only about the possible spa experiences, but also about the atmosphere of the place. SWIMMING POOL, JACUZZI IN THE APARTMENTS. Of course, those who stay at private accommodation do not have to give up waterside experiences either. Several apartment houses have smaller or larger outdoor or indoor pools, jacuzzis, or hot tubs that also operate in the summer. Those who did not choose this type of accommodation should not be discouraged either. They will have the opportunity to bathe in Lake Hévíz, and the following hotels also welcome external guests: Ensana Thermal Hotel Hévíz, NaturMed Hotel Carbona, Hotel Európa Fit, Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa, Kolping Hotel Spa & Family Resort, Bonvital Wellness & Gastro Hotel, Zena Hotel, Festetics Fürdőház (the wellness building of the Hévíz Tófürdő), Fedett Fürdő (this is the hospital's spa). Swimming pools in Hévíz that can also be used with an external ticket: NaturMed Hotel Carbona, Ensana Thermal Hévíz, BM Honvéd Hospital (Kossuth L. u.) Helpful advice! In the hotels, it is worth asking in advance, because in case of high occupancy tickets are issued to external guests on a limited basis!   Pools in numbers Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa***** 6 different pools are available to guests in a spa area of ​​roughly 3,000 m2.Outdoor and indoor thermal pools (30-32°C and 31-33°C)Hévíz spa pool (36-39°C)Relaxation and meditation pools (33-34°C) There is a Spa ticket for visitors! Ensana Thermal Hévíz Large experience pool in the garden with whirlpool, underwater and neck massage, geyser, music and light show - 200 m2Indoor swimming pool (28°C)Two indoor spa pools (33°C and 37°C)Outdoor spa pool There is a Spa ticket for visitors! Ensana Thermal Aqua Large experience spa with indoor and outdoor pool, water jet massage and whirlpoolTwo indoor spa pools (33°C and 37°C)Aqualandia water world: outdoor paddling pool, indoor children's pool with slide, bucket shower and water jetOutdoor swimming pool Only for guests! Bonvital Wellness & Gastro Hotel Experience pool (30-32°C)Hot tub (33-35°C)A waterfall experience with sound and light effects There is a Spa ticket for visitors! Hotel Spa Hévíz spa pool (36-38°C)all guests receive unlimited access to the Hévíz Tófürdő during the entire stay NaturMed Hotel Carbona 1000 m2 of water surface, 3 spas and 9 poolsoutdoor adventure poolyouth poola thermal bath with a Roman atmospheresports pool There is a Spa ticket for visitors! Hotel Europa Fit indoor adventure pool (31-32°C)whirlpool pool (34°C)children's paddling poolindoor and outdoor spa pool (32-33°C)indoor and outdoor swimming pooloutdoor Acapulco family adventure pool There is a Spa ticket for visitors! Hunguest Hotel Helios outdoor adventure pooloutdoor adventure poolindoor spa pool Only for guests! Kolping Hotel Spa & Family Resort children's and family experience poolsoutdoor adventure pool, windsurfing corridorhot tubshady paddling poolspa poolswimming poolwater playground There is a Spa ticket for visitors!   An additional advantage of Hévíz is that Lake Balaton is only 8 km away, where excellent beach opportunities await visitors in the summer. The beaches in Keszthely, Gyenesdiás, Vonyarcvashegy and Balatongyörök offer a quality experience for the whole family, and every year they collect a number of green/fit/family-friendly awards. In Hévíz, wellness enthusiasts can choose from a wide selection, be it huge thermal water pools, outdoor pools with various experience elements, or child-friendly wellness options. The city's hotels satisfy all needs, so you will definitely find the most suitable place to relax. Plan your wellness trip to Hévíz and enjoy the unique experiences offered by the city and the region!

title: A bathing paradise for lovers of splashing around

description: The hotter the heatwave, the more we looking for the surroundings of cooling shady trees and refreshing baths.

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cím: Drinking it, enjoying it, using it

lead: Water is our lifeblood, without it, life would be unimaginable on this wonderful planet called Earth. However, water is not simply the source of life. It surrounds us in many forms.

tartalom: + 1 Drink it! The recommended daily water intake is 2 litres for adults. This is the amount that everyone needs for ideal body function. What’s more, in Hévíz, you can also drinksulphurous medicinal water, which is recommended for many people. Drinking Hévíz medicinal water in moderation can relieve stomach aches and bile problems. You cantaste it at the public water fountains. Get in the steam! The sauna is good, many people like it. Hot steam and humid air are an important part of the bathing culture of many civilisations, be it a Roman tepidarium, a Turkish bath, a Japanese onsen or a Finnish sauna. The hot, humid air dilates pores, increases cellular metabolism, refreshes the skin, relaxes the mind and clears the respiratory system. Ice-cold delights! Water vapour is also useful and can be used if it is ice cold. On the one hand, we often cool ourselves with ice cubes, cold water spray or an ice bath after a sauna session, and on the other hand, the cryosauna, which cools the body with temperatures of around minus 140 degrees Celsius, is becoming more and more popular. This freezing treatment takes only two minutes but it is extremely effective. It regenerates cells, alleviates reduced vascular problems, speeds up metabolism and even helps you lose weight. It is no coincidence that competitive athletes used it first for rapid recovery. Inhale water vapour! Having mentioned breathing in hot steam, we should also highlight the other beneficial effects of inhaled vapour. Inhaling water vapour can provide the body with manyvaluable substances, which can be rapidly absorbed. You can think of oxygen therapy, for example, or the mist floating above the lake, which contains gaseous substances that, when inhaled, enhance the healing effect. Hydromassage for everyone! Probably no one has ever been to a spa without standing/ sitting under a water massage jet. The massaging effect of water has been used for a long time, so it's almostubiquitous in spas, wellness and adventure baths. However, water jet massage is not just a simple muscle-relaxing spa experience; it is also a significant treatment. It is also used in Hévíz carried out in a 34-37 degree Celsius water bath under the name of Tangentor therapy. Depending on the strength of the water jet, it can even move deeper muscle layers, and it causes an increase in blood flow to the treated area and has a good effect on lymphatic circulation. It is one of the most popular procedures for post-operative care.   Electricity conducted into water? Why not? It may sound strange, as most people learn at an early age that it is not advisable to dry our hair in the bathtub. However, there are occasions when conducting electricity into the water - much less than 220 V, of course - can be useful. One of these occasions is called the galvanic bath, which is mostly used to relieve arthritis and pain. This treatment should only be used under medical supervision and on a therapeutic basis. Typically, the hands and feet are placed in hot water while a low current is passed through the body thanks to the conductivity of the water.   Splash! Of course, the best way to enjoy the water is to take a bath in it. From refreshing showers and adventure pools to the thermal water of Lake Hévíz, there's hardly a place where you can't spend precious minutes and hours in hot water. It is relaxing, stress relieving and beneficial for the whole body. Doing sports in water is the most joint-friendly form of exercise, so you can now join aqua fitness and aqua spinning classes in many places. Swimming exercises the whole body, but just floating in the silky hot water of Lake Hévíz can also do a lot to keep you fit.

title: Drinking it, enjoying it, using it

description: Water is our lifeblood, without it, life would be unimaginable on this wonderful planet called Earth. However, water is not simply the source of life. It surrounds us in many forms.

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