Balatonfüred is a very safe place.
Dogs roam the town at all hours and, as it seems, everyone in Balatonfüred owns a dog which they keep in their gated houses. Indeed, walking past these houses is sure to send you up the wall as the silence is interrupted by the sudden barking! Nonetheless, while the vast majority of these dogs are on leashes and gated up, beware of what you or your children pet.
tourist information
The tourist information office is located in Balatonfured itself.Balatonfüred, Kisfaludy u. 1., â +36-87/580-480. Fax: +36-87/580-481 [email protected]. The opening hours are as follows:
May 1 - 31. M-F.: 9-16. Sat.- Sun.: Closed June 1 - 30. M-F.: 9-17 Sat.: 9-13 Sun. Closed July 1 - Aug. 31. M-F.: 9-19 Sat.: 9-18 Sun.: 9-13 September 1 - 30. M-F.: 9-17 Sat.: 9-13 October 1 - 2008 May 31. M-F.: 9-16 Sat.- Sun.: Closed
talk
The national language of Hungary is Hungarian. Fortunately, many of the restaurant menus are also in English and as are many of the signs, yet finding people in the area that can speak English well is a difficulty.
German is the second language to many at the lake. English is simply not on the cards for many, particularly those of the older generation, so learn your one word phrases well. Thse will come in handy, particularly at the train station where simple words like "Egy retur" Return ticket might save you on your holiday.
religious services
There are places of worship all over the town. Your hotel or local tourist office should be able to guide you to one nearby. If not, though, the following are centrally located.