cím: + 10 WATER LILY EDUCATIONAL TRAIL, TREETOP NATURE TRAIL AND AN ACCESSIBLE ROUTE IN HÉVÍZ!

lead: Around Lake Hévíz, there is a nature reserve of around 60 hectares that has been completely renewed, thanks to the “Comprehensive Program for the Protection of Lake Hévíz”. The project, consisting of several phases and elements, with a realization period from January 6th, 2017 to March 31st, 2022, is being carried out with the support of the European Union

tartalom: + 1 The largest natural and biologically active thermal lake in the world was declared a "Hungarikum" (meaning special things which are unique to Hungary) years ago and was also included in the list of special national values of Hungary. The flora and fauna of Lake Hévíz are unique due to the water temperature, its composition and its special environment. Due to mild water temperature that you can experience all year around, there is a Mediterranean microclimate around Lake Hévíz, which has produced some very rare animal and plant species. These wonders of nature must be consciously and sustainably protected, and it is precisely for this reason that a comprehensive protection project is being implemented, for which 662 million Hungarian Forints are being invested.   THE PARTS OF THE LARGE-SCALE PROJECT In the nature reserve of Lake Hévíz the reduction of invasive alien animal and plant species, and species protection was introduced, the improvement of the tree population in the protection forest in the nature reserve was executed, The biodiversity of the green areas in the Hévíz-Keszthely moor was increased, Improvements to the water level regulation and the water control system - this includes e.g. the locks – were made. The infrastructure that showcases the Hévíz Lake and the Hévíz Stream as a green corridor between the Keszthely Mountains and the Kis-Balaton was developed. SPECTACULAR PROJECT ELEMENTS DELIVERED ON JULY 14th: the 2.2 km long Water Lily educational trail at the thermal lake 15 m high treetop viewpoint A plank path from which the swampy habitat with the newly filled thermal lake can be admired on accessible routes The resting areas, benches and bridges were renewed   CURRENT PROJECTS: But the work is far from over. Many elements of the project are still in the works, and ideas for further improvements came up that would serve the comfort of guests and residents alike. For example, the design of resting and stretching points next to the running routes, family-friendly natural rest areas, additional planting, but also the creation of a wet biotope is a process that takes several years. In addition, walkers with dogs will not be left without developments in the near future, because development plans have also been drawn up that think about them. The opening ceremony was followed by a tour of the development area, part of which was the handover of the roofed canopy viewpoint, which is currently in trial operation.   [galeria] More information: Tourinform Office Hévíz 8380 Hévíz, Rákóczi str. 2. +36 83 540 131 heviz@tourinform.hu    

title: Waterlily Educational Trail

description: Around Lake Hévíz, there is a nature reserve of around 60 hectares that has been completely renewed, thanks to the “Comprehensive Program for the Protection of Lake Hévíz”. The project, consisting of several phases and elements, with a realization period from January 6th, 2017 to March 31st, 2022, is being carried out with the support of the European Union

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cím: Getting around in Hévíz in a Wheelchair

lead: + 3 In Hévíz, everyone strives for the disabled so they could have a carefree and convenient holiday. In our article you will find the detailed list of accessible hotels, restaurants and services in Hévíz.

tartalom: + 1 In the list below, you can find attractions, baths, restaurants, accommodation, public services that can be easily accessed by wheelchair: Spa and wellness   Hévíz Spa (Lake Bath, Indoor Bath, Festetics Bathhouse) –entrances, changing rooms, toilets, pool lifts at two locations in the bath NaturMed Hotel Carbona****superior –the spa area is accessible by elevator, and has a pool lift Danubius Health Spa Resort Hévíz****superior - the spa area is accessible by elevator, and has a pool lift, accessible toilet   Sights Holy Spirit Roman Catholic Church (Blue church) – Széchenyi str. 38. Reformed Church – Helikon str. 6. Heart of Jesus Church – Zrínyi M. str. Dr. Schulhof Vilmos Promenade Statues of Cherubs – at the entrance of the Lake Forrest around the Lake Drinking fountains – at the indoor spa in the building of the hospital and in Erzsébet Királyné str. Venues: Sport hall, Deák Square, Festetics Square Museum of Egregy – Zrínyi str. 132.     Restaurants Wheelchair accessible restaurants and cafes that are suitable for serving the disabled and have accessible toilets. The hotel restaurants listed here are also open to walk-in guests. Rózsakert Restaurant – Rákóczi str. 17. BrixBistro – Rákóczi str. 16-18. the restaurant of Danubius Health Spa Resort Hévíz****superior – Kossuth L. str. 9-11. the restaurant of NaturMed Hotel Carbona****superior – Attila str. 1. Springs Bistro & Restaurant at Zala Springs Golf Resort – Zalacsány, Csányi László str.   Wheelchair accessible restaurants without accessible toilets: Korona Restaurant – Petőfi str. 7. Hobräu Restaurant – Great Parking Place Római Cellar – Dombföldi str. Magyar Csárda & Restaurant – Tavirózsa str. 2-4. Cézár Cellar – Nagyrada, Szellemi Hill     Accommodations Rooms for the disabled, accessible corridors and public areas where also the Traditional Hévíz Treatment is available: Danubius Health Spa Resort Hévíz***superior – Kossuth L. srt. 9-11. Hotel Európa fit****superior – Jókai str. 1. Kolping Hotel****Spa & Family Resort – Alsópáhok, Fő str. 120. NaturMed Hotel Carbona****superior – Attila str. 1. Danubius Healt Spa Resort Aqua**** - Kossuth L. str. 13-15. Hotel Spa Hévíz****/***- Dr. Schulhof Vilmos Promenade BM Sanatorium – Kossuth L. str. 7/a   Further accommodations: Bonvital Wellness and Gastro Hotel****superior – Rákóczi str. 16-18. Lotus Therme Hotel & Spa***** - Lótuszvirág str. 1. Hungest Hotel Panoráma*** - Petőfi str. 9. Aal Apartman – Attila str. 68.   Public services Tourinform Office – Rákóczi str. 2. Post Office – Kosstuh L. str. 4. OTP Bank – Erzsébet Királyné str. 11. Zala Takarékszövetkezet (Savings Cooperative) – Széchenyi str. 66. BENU pharmacy – Kosstuh str. 5. Balzsam pharmacy – Vörösmarty str. 14. Pharmacy at the hospital – Dr. Schulhof Vilmos promenade Public toilettes: at the Blue Church (Széchenyi str. 38.) and at the Museum of Egregy (Zrínyi str. 132.) Massage, hair dresser, pedicure, cosmetics: Festetics Day Spa Hair dresser, pedicure: Zena Beauty & Shopping Centre (Széchenyi str. 6.) You'll find all these information on a separate page as well:      

title: Getting around in Hévíz in a Wheelchair

description: + 4 In Hévíz, everyone strives for the disabled so they could have a carefree and convenient holiday. In our article you will find the detailed list of accessible hotels, restaurants and services in Bad Hévíz, as well as our new page: https://www.heviz.hu/en/explore-it/getting-around-heviz-in-a-wheelchair

címkék: Hévíz;with wheelchair;Information;Restaurant;Hotel;Shops;Sights;Spa

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cím: Balneology in the Focus: New Health Tourism Product Launched

lead: Off to Spas Conference & Workshop hosted in Hévíz 18 November 2016, Hévíz (Hungary)

tartalom: + 1 Within the framework of the Jubilee Congress of the 125-year-old Hungarian Balneological Association, the final conference and professional workshop of the OFF to SPAS project was held in Hévíz on 18-19-20 November 2016. During the program, participants were given detailed information about the results of the international project, and were able to become acquainted with European organisations, such as the European Spa Association, the European Network for Accessible Tourism, the Transylvanian Balneotourism Cluster, the International Social Tourism Organisation - ISTO Europe and the EuropeSpa medical & wellness organisation. During the project ( August 2015 - November 2016), the partners: Conducteda research in support of the health tourism development: market study concerning older people, surveys, comparative  analyses, researches testing the market of older touristsand balneological issues, involving the Nordic members of AGE Platform Europe, as well as the customers of the travel agency Travel Specialist Group Sweden AB, set up a balneological tourism product network, - through the example of Hévíz and Covasna - which offers location, market-specific medical and health assistance programs for the older age group, set up discussion forums, workshops related to the project for the purpose of network building and partnerships, and exchanging good practices, performed extensive marketing communication, addressed decision makers and potential travellers, and conformed to the special needs of target groups and to tourism trends. The promotion of the senior tourism is a strategy for active and healthy ageing. In fact travelling provides life satisfaction and helps people stay active, avoids loneliness and lack of meaning in the later stages of life and tackle social exclusion, which are some of the main issues older people face today. Travelling can be an enriching experience for senior citizens as it provides a change in their daily routine; it involves discovery, interaction with the environment, intercultural contact and social interaction. The well-ness and care experience are definitely a plus that the balneological tourism can add and value, for both the older and younger populations, an investments for ageing well. More information and workshop presentations are available on the website www.offtospas.eu. About the Off to Spas project (676737/COSME Programme): In accordance with the European Union’s objective to foster low/medium season tourism (COSME Programme), a European consortium has launched the ‘Off to Spas’ project (COSME 676737). The project aims at creating new, thermal water related international health tourism products (international balneology product) in the spa towns of Central Europe that could serve as a main attraction in order to bring seniors to these regions in the low tourism seasons. The main objectives of the project: Encourage a better cooperation and increased agreements among different actors of the health tourism value chain and seniors associations/organisations with elaborating a new, international balneologytourism product network focused on off-season, and custom tailored toseniors specific needs; To make more benefit for tourism SMEs by increasing the number of tourism flows during the low and medium seasons and professionalization of tourism service providers; Communication and promotion of tourism as a strategy for active and healthy ageing; Facilitate accessibility in tourism offers, along with intermodal transfer and transnational connectivity; Foster the construction of innovative health insurance policies in order to make the product sustainable and self-developing in the future. The health tourism product development process included a wide range of activities from research to monitoring, and was supported by the active marketing communication of involved partners. The project period is from August 2015 to November 2016. Project partners are: University of Pannonia (Veszprém, Hungary), AGE Platform Europe (Belgium), Hévíz Tourism Nonprofit Ltd. (Hévíz, Hungary), Covasna County Council (Romania), Covasna Tourism Association (Romania), Travel Specialist Group Sweden AB (Sweden), Zala County Council (Hungary). Further information: Horváth Orsolya Tourism Non-profit Ltd. of Hévíz Email: horvath.orsolya@hevizmarketing.hu Phone: 00 36 83 540 070

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cím: The changing-rooms at the main entrance of Hévíz Lake Bath is being renewed

lead: The main entrance of the Lake Bath located in the Dr Schulhof Vilmos Promenade closes on the 4th November and it is expected to stay closed until June 2020.

tartalom: + 1 Alexandra Czene, the manager of the Hévíz Lake Bath, told us that the temporary closure of the main entrance of Hévíz Lake Bathis needed due to renovation. The renovation will take at least 6-7 months, so the popular entrance with the cherubs in the Dr Schulhof Vilmos Promenade is expected to reopen in June. The dressing rooms of the main entrance buildingwill be renovated.The dressing rooms will undergo complex renovation work from November, so next summer, a completely refurbished, much nicer and more modern changing-room will be offered forvisitors. During the closing period, the Hévíz Lake Bath will be accessible via the entrance of the Festetics Bathhouse (Ady Endre Street), and the cash desks will continue to operate withthe usual opening hours. The Festetics Bathhouse entrance is accessible by car from Ady Street.Parking is available in the parking lot next to the overfall weir and,driving along Ady Street, in the designated car park, where you can also charge electric cars. On foot or by bicycle from Deák Square (bus station), you can reach the Festetics entrance in about 10 minutes by going along the promenade between the protective forest and Lake Hévíz. Walking along the Dr Schulhof Vilmos Promenade past the main entrance of the Lake Bath, the other entrance can be accessed by following the lake fence; it is about a 3 minutes' walk from the 'cherub' entrance. During the transitional period, visitors will be able to use the dressing rooms of the Festetics Bathhouse and, if necessary, the staff of the Lake Bath will also create temporary dressing rooms at several points of the bath, about which visitorswillbe informed. Despite the renovation work, the Lake Bath is not planning to close or temporarily shut down, so you can expect to be able to enjoy the services of Lake Hévíz in the winter too.However, the spa staff would like to kindly ask for the visitors’ patience and understanding if the operating changing-rooms will be a bit more crowded during the winter, especially in the holiday season. By the time the open-air bath opens in May,hopefully, the cash desks of the main entrance, which now are closing, will be opened partially, or, depending on the number of visitors and the weather, the Deák Square entrance will be opened a little earlier in order to providean easier access to the open-air bath andthe summer changing-rooms. Visitors to the spa will also experience other work around the main entrance, as there will be public utility work in front of the main entrancein the spring, followed by a major promenade renovation, which is expected in the second half of next year.However, these works are not related to the renovation of the changing-room of Lake Bath.  

title: The changing-rooms at the main entrance of Hévíz Lake Bath is being renewed

description: The main entrance of the Lake Bath located in the Dr Schulhof Vilmos Promenade closes on the 4th November and it is expected to stay closed until June 2020.

címkék: Heviz;Hévíz Lake;Hévíz Spa;Festetics Spa

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cím: We tested the adventure parks at the western end of Lake Balaton

lead: Now that the summer and the good weather are really close, it's time to look around a little with what to spend a free weekend or where to go with the family when the holidays arrive. So we went to test some adventure parks at the western end of Lake Balaton to see where it's worth going now, so before the beach season.

tartalom: + 1 Let's see the offer, fairly, in ABC order: Bobo Fun Park - Adrenaline Arena The Bobo Fun Park opened in Alsópáhok in 2021, but we think the name Adrenalin Arena is more descriptive. How to describe it simply: a huge, really huge, two-level hall, which is very demanding and spectacular inside and out, full of crawling-climbing-jumping experiences. The arena has a morning and an afternoon game time, and you can choose from two types of tickets, depending on how committed you are. There are also separate coin-operated, paid VR experiences, but the main attractions are rather the moving tracks. Climbing walls, trampolines, ninja track, indoor rope course, etc. It's a great experience for adults, even without children. Who do we recommend? For anyone who likes to move, crawl and climb, whether as a family, with small children or with friends. This place can be perfect for teenagers and even adults, if they want a little (big) exercise and a challenge. Bobo Fun Park - Adrenalin Arena's own website Advantages very demanding location, with demanding games provides recreation for several age groups it moves mom and dad too the VR room is a real treat for those who like futuristic experiences cleanliness, order regardless of the weather, it is always open You can easily get here from Hévíz on foot, by bicycle or by bus Consider this! you have to pay attention to the playing time, as the day is divided into two periods it is forbidden to bring in food and drink, in exchange there is of course a high-quality buffet with hot and cold food and drinks it's a shame that you have to pay extra for VR experiences Our tip: For future guests: rules apply to wearing shoes and socks indoors! Therefore, make sure to find out before we go! For the operators: Some outdoor games would also be great, maybe a laser fighting track or a mini go-kart. DinoparkRezi The pairing may seem strange at first, but the park located on the border of Rezi has both life-sized moving dinos and adventure games. With the daily ticket, you can use many experience elements, such as rope courses, pool football, children's climbing wall, mini golf courses, bocce and bull rodeo, walking dino, treasure hunt, boating, trampolines, playgrounds, light railway, while some games can be used with tokens (token price: HUF 250): grip machines, air hockey, foosball table, simulators, basketball machine. Who do we recommend? Where at least one child is a dino fanatic. The park is a great experience with smaller children. DinoparkRezi's own website Advantages: the rope courses are good for several age groups, there is a section that even preschoolers can use It is even within reach by bicycle from Hévíz during the summer season there are quite a few different game options to choose from there is also a restaurant/buffet, but you can also bring your own food it is in an open space, in a large area, so there is no crowding it is open every day Consider this! outdoor, therefore only recommended in good weather some of the games are age-restricted   Our tip: There may not be enough trees, so in the hot sun, be prepared with sunscreen, water, a cap, and a hat to prevent sunburn. Some of the toys may be a little old, and it shows here and there, but dinos don't age. Water Lily Adventure Park The Tavirózsa Gardening Center is located between Hévíz and Keszthely. Don't let the name mislead anyone, the Tavirózsa Adventure Park is actually located in a garden, and it should be added here that it is in a correspondingly wonderful environment. While mother/father/grandmother is enjoying the plants, perhaps selecting or shopping, the children can test their courage on the rope course. There is also minigolf, archery, foot billiards, pedal go-karts, and treasure hunting. The main thing is a safe environment and a safe gaming experience! Of course, there is also a buffet, where you can enjoy refreshing drinks or freshly baked filled pies under a pleasant gazebo. Who do we recommend? For grandmothers who would like to bring their grandchildren to a place for a few hours where they will be safe, and if they are not participating in archery together, they can relax in an arbor and enjoy the flowers. Tavirózsa Adventure Park's own website Advantages: the environment is wonderful and the operating couple is very nice the games are recommended for children under the age of 16 easily accessible by car or bicycle, but there is also a bus stop a few meters away for the more adventurous, there is also a go-kart track in the immediate vicinity it is open from Monday to Saturday Consider this! outdoor, so only recommended in good weather the ropeway is not very high, so it is not great for adrenaline junkies it's not a very big park, so it's not a full-day program, but that can even be an advantage Our tip: Go with your eyes open, because it is difficult to find the park at first, but not because it is not easily accessible, but because we only notice the horticulture. ZOBORI EXPERIENCE PARK The largest adventure park in the region, on a huge area, with a wonderful panorama of Little Balaton. In Zobor, there are both outdoor and indoor games, 4XD Cinema, escape room, adventure castle, giant trampoline, rope course, slide, free fall tower, laser combat, airsoft, water dodgem, VR experiences, water playground and the biggest attraction is the roller coaster. But there are even live animals, and even if you're in the area, you shouldn't miss the wine estate. The park is a real treat, with many attractions, which are best viewed as a full-day program. Who is it recommended for? Especially for families with children, if the goal is to find a full-day program with lots of comings and goings and adventures, which can be an option even in bad weather. Zobori Amusement Park's own website Advantages in a very large area many different attractions demanding design, buildings, walkways, rest areas there are also outdoor and indoor programs a good experience for many age groups Companions over the age of 65 have a walking ticket there are also several buffets and self-service restaurants Consider this! outside of the summer season, it is only open on weekends unless you are staying here in the village, it is only accessible by car here, too, there are token experiences that are not included in the ticket price Our tip: It's a good idea to set a budget in advance as to how much you want to spend on the program, because the horse can run away with us when it comes to chip games. Are you interested in more experiences and attractions in the same area? We have more tips, you can find more ideas here! >>>   Opening image: Zobori Adventure Park

title: We tested the adventure parks at the western end of Lake Balaton

description: Now that the summer and the good weather are really close, it's time to look around a little with what to spend a free weekend or where to go with the family when the holidays arrive. So we went to test some adventure parks at the western end of Lake Balaton to see where it's worth going now, so before the beach season.

címkék: Adventure;Adventure park;Explore it!;Experience;with children

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cím: Relaxation Comes Naturally ... Experience is an Extra

lead: Bathing in autumn?

tartalom: + 1 Why not? It is possible outside of the heated indoor baths as well! The temperature of Europe’s largest thermal lake is about as high as 30°C even in the autumn! In the early autumn weather, it is a really refreshing experience to swim in the warm water or to bathe at the beach. You don’t believe us? Try it yourself! It is not a coincidence that our frequent guests tend to choose the autumn months for their stay since they can still enjoy our bath when the beaches of Lake Balaton are already too cold to visit. See the city before and after your bath! Which city should you see first? Hévíz, Keszthely, Tapolca, Badacsony, Szigliget… There are so many experiences waiting for only you to discover in the West-Balaton area! It is not too hot anymore, but the cold weather is still far away, so we have the best weather for some exploring! You will find many points of interest to your liking: castles, ruins, museums, nature reserves or even boat trips on Lake Balaton. Even in Hévíz or in the 40 km area of Hévíz you will be sure to find some exciting programs, let it be seeing some old castle ruins with the best view to Lake Balaton or having a boat trip inside of the famous cave lake. What’s more, most of these attractions are quite easily accessible with bicycles as well thanks to the bicycle road on the shores of Lake Balaton. And what if you do not want to travel so much? Choose a nice restaurant and treat yourself with the best Hungarian dishes! Wellness or keeping fit? Why not both? The warm thermal lake is given, and the many programs as well in the surrounding hills, lakes, and forests. A little wellness for the night will be provided for you from the very best. Let it be relaxing massages, saunas, or beauty treatments, you will find a wide range selection almost everywhere in Hévíz, including modern therapies as well. However, Hévíz is not just a regular bath city: our medical therapies are almost 200 years old, so Hévíz is the perfect destination to treat your summer sport injuries or your back issues you got from your home office. One thing is sure: Hévíz will make you fit!   Why Hévíz? Hévíz is a small town with a population of 5,000 people, a kind atmosphere, and tourists from all over the world. Hévíz is quite appealing for many people due to its closeness to Lake Balaton, its traditions, and its purity. Leave the noisy, crowded big cities behind! Leave the rush at home and give yourself some time to relax. Hévíz = slow tourism. A place where we have known what guests needs for 200 years. A city with comfortable beds, quality leisure time activates, green areas, fine dishes, and evening entertainment… and broadband Internet connection. And you won’t have to travel too far! Most people speak in English and German, but more and more Czech and Slovakian guides can be found in the city! You will of course find here international cuisine with many Hungarian dishes. And Lake Balaton and the most beautiful baroque castle of Hungary can be found only 7 kms from here! Where to start? Where to stay? Click on Hévíz in an application with a map, and you’ll know how much you need to travel only in 2 minutes! If you are planning to travel by public transport, you need to change in Budapest, Vienna or in Bratislava most likely. From the previously mentioned cities, we are only about 2 hours of travel. However, we are sure you won’t complain about the wide range of accommodations we provide! From 5-star hotel, through apartments with pools to quality private apartments, you will find anything! You can choose from more than 10,000 beds and there is a wide range of selection from the perspective of price as well. There are more than 10 qualified wellness hotels only in Hévíz.

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cím: A guide to the churches of Hévíz: secrets, history and more!

lead: They may be old or new, small or large, but churches are always nice to admire in any city. We don’t even have to be a believer to admire their beauty.

tartalom: + 1 The Cross and the Star There is a small eye-catching building in Helikon Street in Hévíz. At its peaks, the symbols -a cross and a star - indicate that we are in a sacred place. There is also a column next to it erected to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation with the inscription in Hungarian 'Az ige kőszálként megáll', which is a quote from Psalm 46 meaning 'That word above all earthly powers'.     Although only a few Protestant residents were registered in Hévíz, a collection was in procession for the construction of a Protestant church by the guests staying here in the 1930s. Bálint Szeghalmy also made a plan in 1941. The money donation was collected for its implementation, but the raging war stopped his dream to become real. Finally in 1993, Hévíz donated a plot of land to build a joint Lutheran-Reformed church. The Lutheran and Reformed congregations decided to implement the old plan of Bálint Szeghalmy in a slightly modernized version, prepared by architect Mihály Zoób.     The cross placed on the gable of the church was carved out of white marble at the contractor's own expense. The bell is a donation from the family of Károly Borsos. The foundation stone was placed down on June 16, 1997, and the first service was held on December 6, 1998. In 2003, the church was enriched with the winged altarpiece of the Kossuth and Munkácsy Prize-winning tapestry artist Rózsa Polgár, and in 2004 with the organ designed and built by the organ builder Albert Miklós from Győr.   The Heart of Jesus Church, also known as Fradi Church In 1905, in the neighbourhood of the Roman ruins in the Egregy district of Hévíz, a two-storey bell tower was erected in place of the wooden belfry that had stood there for more than 100 years. In 1937, from local donations, the bell tower was expanded with another level and a tin roof. It was built in a Neo-Romanesque style with twin windows. Two bells were placed in the tower, a smaller one in honor of Mary Magdalene, which was cast in 1905, and a larger one in memory of the 16 heroic soldiers of Egregy who fell in World War I. The latter was made in 1937. In memory of the heroes, 16 linden trees were planted next to the tower, with a head tree at their base.     The bell tower was then renovated in 1990 with the voluntary donation of the people of Egregy, and on April 22, 1995 it was consecrated as the Church of the Heart of Jesus. And why is it called Fradi Church by the locals? Because the church, which was built largely from donations, received unexpected help, as the Ferencváros Gymnastics Club (a famous Hungarian football team from Budapest, nicknamed as Fradi) was also among the donors as well. Not only did the supporters make a financial contribution, but the team and club leadership were present at the consecration of the church. They even donated Fradi Relics to the church (most recently in 2017), which visitors of the church could see in a display case. In light of this, it is not surprising that the church, originally designed in blue and white, was eventually painted green and white which are the official colours of the football team.     Next to the church, a military memorial park was established in 2000 to commemorate the soldiers, civilians and Jewish victims of Egregy and Hévízszentandrás who fell in the First and Second World Wars. In doing so, 70 named headstones were erected. However, only 6 remained of the former 16 linden trees planted.     The Catholic Church on the shores of Lake Hévíz The western shore of Lake Hévíz (today's Schulhof Promenade and the area of ​​the hospital buildings) used to belong partly to the village of Szentandrás and partly to the bishopric of Veszprém. These areas became the property of the Festetics family in 1857 and 1868 through land swaps. Soon after the expansion of the bath land near the lake and landscaping could begin. The row of the completed (except for one building) 7 bath buildings was completed by a chapel. Its construction began in the 1870s and was consecrated in 1877.     We only have a few old engravings and postcards from the chapel, and we also found only a few photos of the inside. The chapel was finally demolished in 1964, when the most modern balneotherapy center in the country was built in its place in the most modern architectural style of the time. It is essentially the hospital’s indoor thermal bath, the Winter Bath, today’s Indoor Bath and Therapy Center, which was handed over in 1968.     The altar of the old Church is going to be exhibited soon on the renovated Shulhof Promenade.   The Holy Spirit Church The most modern and well-known church can be seen from the beginning of the main street leading to the city, as its blue peaks rise high. The church opposite the town hall, which can accommodate up to 1,000 people, was built according to the plans of János Bocskai and was consecrated on September 9, 1999 by retired Archbishop József Szendi.     Breaking into the seven (5 middle and 2 side) towers, the tower guides its visitors to the city from afar. The seven towers symbolize the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit, while the pigeon motif symbolizing the Holy Spirit appears in several places on the building (even the shape of the church looks like a dove opening its wings if we look at the church from the air). On the one hand, in the floor plan of the church, in the design of the floor in front of the entrance, in the motifs of the interior wood and in the painting of the glass window above the main altar.     The interior of the church combines modern architecture and tradition, which is mainly emphasized by the beautiful wood paneling. Due to its good acoustics, it often hosts organ and acoustic concerts. The colorful windows, reminiscent of Gothic style, praise the work of Simon Endre, an artist from Hévíz. The torso on the wall of the sanctuary is a 200-year-old art treasure that was donated to the church. The bronze statue of Christ on the left side of the altar and the statue of Our Lady of Hungary wearing the crown on the right side are also the work of László Marton. The walls are decorated with fire enamel pictures. No bells were placed in the tallest tower for static reasons, but 2-2 bells were placed in the towers to the left and right. Two bells were brought here from 2 old churches in Hévíz, while the other two were donated by families in Hévíz. By the way, the church is mostly mentioned only by the locals and guests as "Blue Church".   The Synagogue, only a memory If we walk towards the Protective Forest of the Lake, next to the entrance to the Deák Square of the Lake Bath, a monument appears at the foot of the trees in the park. The synagogue of Hévíz used to stand here. The lines of the monument evoke the facade of the building of the former house of prayer, with names on it that were once taken from here to death. Among others, dr. Chief physician Vilmos Schulhof.     There were not many Jews living in Hévíz, it is estimated that there could be no more than 2-3% of the population, yet this community was strong enough to build a synagogue in 1933. It is a strange game of fate that the building survived both the Holocaust and the war fortunately, but by 1959 the religious life in Hévíz had ceased. As a result, the house of prayer was not used, its condition greatly deteriorated, so it was demolished in 1977. The monument, erected in 2000, in its simplicity commemorates the former synagogue on the one hand and the former local Jewry on the other, and the pebbles placed on it indicate that faith has survived.   Árpádian church in Egregy, the Church of St. Magdalene The exact time of construction of the church is unknown, it was probably built around mid-13th century. It is first mentioned in written records in 1341. The building was badly damaged in the 16-17th century, and was later renovated in the Baroque era in 1731. Fortunately, only the most necessary parts were repaired, so the medieval form of the church has been preserved. During this renovation, the interior and exterior decorative paintings, the elevation of the ship, and the vaults were also replaced. The first patron saint of the church was St. Catherine of Alexandria. After the rebuilding, it was rededicated and its new patron saint became St. Magdalene. Since then, the church has been restored several more times: in 1860, 1912, 1964-65, 1990 and 1991, and most recently in 2015.     On the south side of the church, we can find an open baroque door. The vault of the tower was renovated in the 18th century and is joined by a rectangular nave with a sanctuary. Inside the church, the only decorative element,  is the row of booths on the north wall. The wall painting of the church is not of medieval origin, but it shows respect for the folk elements. Inside the building, there is a fragment of a Romanesque baptismal font and a medieval consecrated cross.   Its tower has three floors and a rich design, with two and three twin windows opening on the levels. The tower is closed by a bucket helmet, which is stiffened by eight wooden beams. In terms of its foundations, it mainly preserved the forms of wooden architecture. Painted decorations and incised shapes have survived on the exterior surfaces. The church may have remained in this form because it lost its significance during the centuries. The former settlement was largely depopulated, the inhabitants moved a little further down the valley, so this church only served as a cemetery chapel. Therefore, it was not important to expand or transform it significantly.   An Orthodox church built in honor of the “Life-giving Source” icon of the Holy Mother of God The foundation stone of the Orthodox church was placed down on 27 December, 2019 in Hévíz. The church which is still under construction will be accessible from Ady Street.     Construction of the church began in the spring of 2020. As metropolitan Mark put it: their choice fell on Hévíz because here the healing of body and soul is possible at the same time, and because Hévíz boasts that Emperor Theodosius owed his life to the water of Hévíz and became one of the most influential in the Roman Empire according to an old legend. The church is based on the plans of the Ybl-awarded architect László Vánca. The 15x15 meter church is traditionally made of brick, with masterfully smoothed corners on its sending walls showing the asymmetrical relief niches, which are masterful combinations of modern and ancient motifs. The Orthodox tower helmet will be adorned with an eight-pointed gold-clad cross. Although the church is not yet finished within the walls under construction, services are already being held.   Explore our beautiful city and see the many faces of the churches in town!

title: Interesting Facts about the Churches of Hévíz

description: They may be old or new, small or large, but churches are always nice to admire in any city. We don’t even have to be a believer to admire their beauty.

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cím: Hévíz Summer

lead: Experiences and relaxation hand in hand

tartalom: + 1 Hévíz, the city of the world-famous thermal lake, is full of life and cultural events even in summer. The charm of the city lies not only in the water, but also in the variety of special events that spice up the summer season. Music is for everyone A series of music programs will start on May 30 and will last until September. Twice a week, free concerts are organized at Festetics Square and at the Music Pavilion on Dr. Schulhof Vilmos Promenade. Local and Hévíz-related artists will perform, creating a pleasant atmosphere for lovers of music and bathing. Sports events and leisure programs The city's surroundings offer excellent opportunities for sports and leisure activities. It will be no different on May 26, as the 6th Intersport Hévíz Running Festival will be held. Adults and children alike can test their endurance and compare their performance. Good mood and muscle fever are guaranteed!If you don't want to compete, you can comfortably bike or hike on the designated routes in the area. You can discover it on your own or on guided tours. The Balaton brinakörút is also easily accessible from Hévíz. Even for the little ones On June 1, the garden of the Egregyi Museum will be filled with children's excitement on the occasion of the city's Children's Day. A castle in the air, a treasure map, face painting, handicrafts, bird ringing, a drawing competition and fairy-tale films are waiting for the little ones and the slightly older ones all afternoon. Wine for beer or beer for wine...? No one has to choose peace of mind, as you can find festivals related to both drinks this summer on the pedestrian street. July 11-14. beer will be served first. Czíki, Czech or HB, by the glass or by the pint, filtered or unfiltered - however you like it, you're sure to find a drink to your taste. There will be no shortage of musical programs either, there are concerts every day. DR BRS, Tamás Sipos F., Viktor Király, Kefir, Csilla Auth will play for us, but we will also have DJ SOMX, Fáni Németh and his band, as well as the Zalaapát Harmonika Orchestra. For those who prefer wine, we recommend the wine and gastro festival in August, when for 5 days (August 16-20) wine plays the main role. In addition to the craft stalls, children's programs will keep the little ones busy. Here on stage will be Dér Heni, the Beatles Memorial Orchestra, Unisex, Andra Szulák, Szalonna and his Band, the Bácska Tambura Orchestra, the Happy Dixieland Band, and István Bősárkányi Társulat's adaptation of The King. Indian Summer August doesn't have to be the end of the summer, as we still have programs for September. The aforementioned musical evenings last until the end of the snow. In the middle of the month a moonlight bathing program is waiting for those who want to bathe at night. At the end of September, the now traditional Waterlily Folkfest folk dance and folk music program is also organized. The summer events and programs of Hévíz thus offer experiences and relaxation for all ages. The city's vibrant life and cultural diversity are guaranteed to make summer vacations memorable for all who visit. Don't miss the opportunity and discover the summer charm of Hévíz!   All Hévíz programs can be found on the Hévíz website in the Programs menu item! More informationHévíz Tourinform OfficeHévíz, Rákóczi u. 2.Phone number: 06 83 540 131E-mail: heviz@tourinform.huFacebook | Instagram | BlogWe wish you good fun and a pleasant time!

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cím: The central building of the Hévíz Lake Bath is temporarily closed.

lead: Due to technical reasons, the central bathhouse located on the Hévíz Thermal Lake ("A" building and "B" terrace) will be temporarily closed to guests starting from March 18, 2025.

tartalom: + 1 Official Announcement from Saint Andrew’s Rheumatology Hospital and Thermal Spa in Hévíz Dear Partners, Due to technical reasons, the central bathhouse located on the Hévíz Thermal Lake ("A" building and "B" terrace) will be temporarily closed to guests starting from March 18, 2025. This measure applies only to the bathhouse on the lake; the entrances to the Lake Bath and all other buildings will remain open as usual. Bathing in the medicinal lake is still possible, and all other associated bathing facilities continue to be accessible. Our team is actively working to resolve the technical issue as soon as possible to ensure that our guests can once again use the affected bathhouse at the earliest opportunity. We are committed to providing uninterrupted relaxation and healing for all visitors. Access to the lake remains available from the following points: From the main entrance of the Lake Bath, via the "F" terrace (accessible terrace) From the green area between the main entrance and the Festetics Bathhouse From the Festetics Bathhouse, through the connecting "A" building corridor steps, up to the Vital Bar Depending on weather conditions, but no later than March 28, 2025, the beach area and the Summer Building will also reopen. For further inquiries, please contact the information desk at the Lake Bath in person or via the following contact details:E-mail: spaheviz@spaheviz.huMobil: +36 30 959 1002 Hévíz, 2025. március 20.

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