Programmes outside of the Mansion
Balatonlelle
The city offers plenty of attractions for all ages and everyone can find an exciting program. For wine lovers, we recommend the Konyári Winery or the IKON Winery, and for lunch, the Vitorlás restaurant, the Kedvesem Bistro or the Majthényi Présház, from which the Kishegy viewpoint is not so far located, are also excellent choices.
The Szalay Castle in Balatonlelle hosts the Africa Museum, which presents the Africa collection of Count Somssich Pongrácz and István Soltész. In the first exhibition hall of the Balatonlelle Historical Collection and Stotz Gallery, you can see and read the history of Balatonlelle from prehistoric times to the present day. In the gallery, those interested can view the oeuvre of Mihály Stotz, a graphic and set designer who won the UNESCO prize.
Those who like active recreation can try go-karting and have fun in the Balatonlelle Amusement Park from the beginning of June to the middle of August. There are several options from the port of Lelle, for a cruise or even a sunset tour.
The most beautiful part of the resort town is Szent István tér, next to the train station, with a Mediterranean atmosphere, and the promenade starting from here.
Balatonboglár
While visiting Balatonlelle, it is worth taking a tour to visit Légli Major in Balatonboglár, where you can admire beautiful ceramics or even buy them in an authentic environment.
Fans of festivals and winelovers will not be left without experiences here either, as several programs await visitors from spring to late autumn. The Jazz and Wine festival held in July promises unmissable experiences. One of the oldest events in the country, which is held every year in August, is the Boglár Harvest Festival.
In the cultural program of Kultkikötő, you can find pleasant evening programs, from theater performances to concerts.
It is worth visiting the 165-meter-high Gömbkilátó, perhaps the best-known symbol of Balatonboglár.
Deer Farm in Bőszénfa
Their visitor tours and organized programs offer a pleasant and interesting opportunity to relax for professionals and also who interested in nature and animals. Stroking deers, watching and feeding fallow deers, wild boars, roe deers and mouflons up - even from a horse-drawn carriage - getting to know our native domestic animal species, visit the trophy exhibition, as well as a tasting of their own products - made from venison ham, sausage, salami - both provide an unforgettable experience for all ages, all year round. You should not miss the Zselicvad restaurant with local meet foods.
Website: https://szarvasfarm.uni-mate.hu
Zselic Park of Stars
The Zselic Landscape Protection area hides many natural treasures - the night sky is one of them. The area became internationally recognized in 2009 when the title of Dark-Sky (or Starry Sky) Park was awarded by the International Dark Sky Association. Zselic Park of Stars consists of a public observatory, a 25 m tall wooden belvedere, and resting points in the forest.
The Zselic Park of Stars offers unforgettable experiences to all visitors who are interested in deepening scientific understanding of nature and the universe surrounding us. Visitors may learn about the natural treasures of the Zselic region, the forest and water habitats and the wonders of the sky, such as the Milky Way and the view of zodiacal light, phenomena which are not at all or only barely visible from light pollution in most areas. The Park, the forest itself, is open almost always, day and night - except September and February-March, when the time and roads for hiking are constrained. The observatory can be visited from Tuesday-Sunday, within the framework of individual, family or school programmes. Night programmes are typically on Fridays, but other days also can be arranged.
Please note that you can not visit the observatory like a museum on your own. They have guided programs according their schedule.
Website: https://zselicicsillagpark.hu/en.php
Lake Deseda
Lake Deseda is 8 km far from Kaposvár. On one side is the city, on the other is nature. There is a 17 km long bicycle path around it, which also connects to the city, with a beautiful arboretum ont he peninsula, which can be approached via a 100-meter wooden bridge. The programs of the water tourism center in the shape of a sailing ship, the lakeside beaches, and the proximity of hiking trails provide a truly idyllic, peaceful tour.
Deseda Adventure Forest
A forest of senses and knowledge
In the area of the park, in five places, we can put our four senses to the test in a playful way. There are four learning paths, each with information and tasks suitable for the knowledge level and interests of a particular age group.
Another interesting feature of the forest is a cavity, accessible by steps, where we can see soil profile protected by Plexiglas, on which the soil structure of the forest and the characteristics of the individual layers are perfectly visible.
Nature lovers can enjoy Deseda's diverse bird life and special flora from the Bird Observatory.
Website: https://www.desedakalanderdo.hu
Tip: For the full experience, you can also request our picnic package for the trip! :-)
Kaposvár - Gyertyános park forest, Rippl Rónai museum
The 54-hectare park forest is located on the southern border of the city of Kaposvár, near Zselickislak, 3 km from the city center, at Road 67. The park forest is a real Zselic, a lush and hilly natural area with plenty of water washouts, in the narrow valley of which small ponds have been created. The boating lake, the "Four Brothers" spring and the Avar excavations are excellent destinations for excursions.
When visiting Kaposvár, in addition to the walking street, we also recommend the Rippl Rónai Museum, in the garden of which the Narcissus Festival is held every spring.
Website: https://sefag.hu/okoturizmus/parkerdok-arboretumok
Flower Spa - Kaposvár
Virágfürdő, located in the magical forest lap of Zselic, is Transdanubia's largest experience spa with a continuous water surface. It awaits its guests with 17 types, a total of 46 visual elements, slides and sports opportunities. The high mineral content of the Kaposvár medicinal water has a long-lasting pain-relieving and function-improving effect. The adventure pool with a temperature of 28-31°C connected to the indoor adventure pool, with a rolling corridor, neck showers, underwater foam plates, side massage and blowers, as well as the bubble pool with a water temperature of 36-38°C complete family recreation even in case of unfavorable weather.
Website: https://www.viragfurdo.hu
Igal Health Spa
Igal, a lovely small town, which with its cozy streets, historical monuments, hospitable inhabitants and its world famous health spa, has deservedly become a popular destination among tourists who want to heal and relax.
The spa has 13 pools, a free sauna world, a 3-track giant slide, and several sports fields.
Discover Igal and the exceptional properties of Igali medicinal water!
Website: http://www.igal.hu/Gyogyfurdo/A-furdo-tortenete
Kassai Valley
In the late 1980s, Lajos Kassai began to develop the sport rules of horse archery, and in 1994 he organized the first horse archery competition, which created the modern horse archery. Using modern materials, he reconstructed the Hungarian bow from the time of the conquest, and then began mass production of it.
Since 1988, the valley has been open to visitors on the first Saturday of every month. The visitors has the opportunity to gain an insight into the work going on in the valley. Demonstration-type trainings are adapted to the seasons, the current tasks and the competition season.
During the lunch break, visitors can choose from the Kassai Fogadó's food and drink selection.
Website: https://www.lovasijaszat.hu
Krishna Valley
The Krisna Valley is the largest and most organized eco-community in Hungary and even Central Europe.
There are more than 950 species of trees and bushes in the botanical garden of the Krishna Valley, which, in addition to education, enables the preservation of wildlife close to nature and research into edible crops.
The visiting guests are guided around the church grounds, and a vegetarian restaurant and an Indian gift shop are also waiting for them.
Website: http://www.krisnavolgy.hu
Somogyvámos – Puszta church
Puszta church is located in the southwestern border of Somogyvámos, near the Krishna valley. The medieval church was built around the 1220s in late Romanesque, early Gothic style. The church could once have been surrounded by a village, but today it is surrounded by nothing but wasteland as far as the eye can see. In recent years, the church ruin and its wonderful surroundings have become extremely popular among tourists. In addition, village days, organized tours, concerts and mass are also held here on occasion.
Tip: For the full experience, you can also request our picnic package for the trip!
Otter park in Petesmalm
In the Park, we can closely study the otter, this protected, hidden animal. We can get to know his lifestyle and behavior. Watching the mischievous play of otters is a special experience not only for children, but also for adults. Following the nature trail starting from the visitor center, the natural habitat of the otter, Europe's most valuable weasel predator, and its flora and fauna are revealed.
The entrance ticket includes an otter presentation (selectable times: 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.)
Website: https://stvsz.com
Somogyvár - Saint László Memorial
Visit the romantic medieval ruins and learn about the history of our King Saint László, who founded the abbey, with the help of the interactive tools of the modern visitor center of the memorial site.
There is also a lookout point and a forest walking path waiting for visitors in the ruin area, so visiting the memorial site offers a great program opportunity!
Website: https://www.szentlaszloemlekhely.hu
Endre Szasz museum
The six-hectare arboretum-like park and the castle located in Várda, and were once the Somssich estate. The legacy of the artist can be viewed with the cooperation of the staff of Caregiver of Endre Szász Life's Work Public Benefit Association and with the approval of his widow. The valuable collection of antique artefacts, the works of Endre Szász, the studio and the objects that surrounded him on a daily basis will be presented to the interested public.
The memorial house, which covers six hectares and is surrounded by a garden, can be visited by appointment.
Website: https://szasz-endre-egyesulet5.webnode.hu/szaszmuzeum/
Senna Skanzen
...where our traditions live on.
Located just 8 km from Kaposvár, the Európa Nostra award-winning Senna Skanzen awaits those who want to relax with the experience of meeting the past and diverse programs in addition to the beautiful natural environment. Opened in 1978, the open-air ethnographic museum was created in a unique way in the middle of a living village. Its basic purpose is to present and preserve the diverse folk culture and rich material and spiritual heritage of Zselic and Middle-Somogy. Through its events, workshops and live museum locations, it conveys practical knowledge that anyone can use to shape their immediate environment. One of the most beautiful monuments of the county, the Reformed church with a painted coffered ceiling, built in 1785, is located in the area of the Szennai Skanzen, which still plays an active role in the life of the village.
Website: https://www.szennai.skanzen.hu
Somogyaszálo - Experience shooting range
They provide a civilized and quality environment for those looking to enjoy shooting as a special source of recreation, regardless of them having a gun license or not. Moreover they devised the layout in such a way, where anyone without any prior training or experience should feel accomplished and successful even after the first time In order to facilitate this, their guests can shoot with high-quality, recongnizable and popular weapons (Glock, Desert Eagle, AK 47 Kalashnikov, Dragunov, Mauser, Heckler & Koch, etc.) Their trap machines are automated and remote controlled. Most of their rifles, even the air rifles are equipped with optical sights and are precision instruments. When devising their target variety, the core principle was to give the shooters the ability to find the most appropriate to their current skill level, be it beginner or professional.
Website: https://www.elmeny-loter.hu
