Journal
Journal: Hévíz and the region.
Practical guides and ideas from around HillGate: Hévíz, golf, wine and Lake Balaton – for every season.
29 October 2026 · 5 minChristmas markets near Heviz and Lake Balaton: an Advent guideChristmas markets near Heviz and Lake Balaton: 2026 Advent dates announced so far for Heviz and Keszthely, nearby markets, holiday hours and planning tips.
27 October 2026 · 6 minA family weekend near Heviz: things to do with kids in late autumnA family weekend near Heviz in late autumn: water buffalo, an underground boat trip, a giant model railway and an indoor playhouse, with opening-hour tips.
22 October 2026 · 6 minSauna etiquette guide: how to enjoy a Finnish saunaA beginner's sauna etiquette guide: how long to stay in, how many rounds, how to cool down, what to drink, towel and steam manners, and when to skip the sauna.
20 October 2026 · 6 minHeviz spa treatments: what to expect from your first cureHeviz spa treatments explained: medicinal mud, the weight bath, lake bathing, why a doctor's check comes first, who should avoid the water and how long to stay.
15 October 2026 · 6 minKis-Balaton in autumn: the buffalo reserve, Kányavári Island and birdwatchingKis-Balaton in autumn: the Kápolnapuszta water buffalo reserve, Kányavári Island and Diás Island, with checked opening hours, ticket prices and what to bring.
13 October 2026 · 6 minFestetics Palace, Keszthely: a half-day visit from HevizPlan a half day at the Festetics Palace in Keszthely: Helikon Library, carriage museum, palace park, old town and pier, plus autumn opening hours and tips.
8 October 2026 · 6 minWine tasting near Heviz: cellar visits from Egregy to BadacsonyWine tasting near Heviz: Egregy wine bars, family cellars in Cserszegtomaj, volcanic Badacsony, local grapes, St Martin's Day and planning without driving.
6 October 2026 · 6 minRainy day things to do in Heviz and around Lake BalatonRainy day things to do in Heviz: the warm lake, indoor thermal pools, Festetics Palace, the Balaton Museum, a cave lake and wine tastings, with autumn hours.
25 September 2026 · 5 minLake Heviz: a practical guide for visitorsA practical guide to Lake Heviz: water temperature by season, when to visit, ticket basics, bathing tips, nearby sights and where to stay near Heviz in peace.
25 September 2026 · 5 minGolf near Lake Balaton: a Zala Springs golf weekend from HévízGolf near Lake Balaton: the 18-hole, par-72 Zala Springs course by Robert Trent Jones Jr., practice facilities, lessons and how to plan a Hévíz golf weekend.