The first developers of Hévíz were the Festetics family. The medicinal lake had been known since the 18th century, but larger-scale construction only began in the mid-19th century. From the end of the century, the spa resort leased by the Festetics family experienced enormous growth after the turn of the century.
During the walk, participants will learn what role a brewing family from Keszthely played in this development and how the area around the lake was built up. There will also be stories about when the first villas appeared, which of them still stand today in their original splendour, which were rebuilt, and which have disappeared entirely. But how was the news of this unique healing lake spread at that time? Who were the famous guests of the spa resort? What was offered to patients and visitors arriving here? These questions will also be answered while strolling through the streets of Hévíz.
Dates: 1, 2, 3 May 2026, 15:00 (Hungarian language)
In English: 1, 2, 3 May 2026, 17:00
Meeting point: In front of the Tourinform Office
Duration: 1–1.5 hours
Route length: approx. 1.5 km
Difficulty level: easy walking tour (with a few steps)
Tour guide: Éva Szántó, licensed guide
The walk is free of charge and guaranteed to start. No prior registration is required.
