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SOPRON M3 AT 120 Km GYŐR M1 80 Km BUDAPEST 81 150 Km 82 SZOMBATHELY 83 90 Km 84 M7

VÁRPALOTA VESZPRÉM SZÉKESFEHÉRVÁR 8 70 Km SÜMEG M5 71 GRAZ 190 Km

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and co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund. The Bakony-Balaton Tourism Region is an area rich in natural and cultural sights and bordered by the towns of Tapolca and Sümeg to the west, the Graceful Landscapes, town of Várpalota to the east, the village of Somlószőlős and the town of Zirc to the north, the town of Balatonkenese to the south-east and the settlements of the Valley of Arts to the south-west. Veszprém, which is Eternal Memories also called the ‘Town of Queens’, is an internationally recognized historic town of the region and a cultural meeting point. Welcome to the region with ’s most diversified heritage! www.bakony-balaton.hu The region consists of four large units: , the Balaton Uplands, the Bakony Hills and the Somló Area, however, these areas are Enchanting not entirely part of the Bakony-Balaton Tourism Region. Due to their varied conditions, they offer a wide choice of sights for those wishing for meaningful leisure time activities. What is common in all of them is Surroundings that you can enjoy the ‘fruit’ of human creativity in a well-preserved environment everywhere, whether it is about the heritage of folk culture, artistic festivals or the built environment. www.bakony-balaton.hu The Bakony-Balaton Region is greatly characterized by its significant cultural sights. Its historic towns, country mansions, church buildings Where Past and and works of the fine arts contribute a lot to the success of a number of events and festivals by ensuring a special atmosphere and unique settings for them. Present Meet

www.bakony-balaton.hu The Bakony-Balaton Region is a special place also for people interested in religious sites and spiritual journeys. Visiting the Cistercian Abbey in Spiritual Zirc, the Salezianum in Veszprém, local church buildings, church history collections and statues depicting the Way of the Cross, hidden ‘under the sacred sky’, will not only provide an insight into the reminiscences Journeys of old times but also ease the soul and strengthen faith.

www.bakony-balaton.hu A number of developments have taken place in the Bakony-Balaton Region in the past years to conserve and decently present our Renewing historical, cultural, religious, architectural, industrial and folk heritage. Exploring the area is an inspiring intellectual challenge, since the creativity of the people playing a role in the creation of Intellectual Heritage our intellectual heritage is not just a memory from the past: it is a present, renewing spirituality. This region is home for a lot of artists, scientists, public figures and talents. www.bakony-balaton.hu The settlements of the Bakony-Balaton Region are well-known both as a place of great entertainment and a cultural meeting point. The Filled with Colourful Valley of Arts, the various venues of VeszprémFest and the Voice of Somló Festival traditionally attract a lot of guests, however, the medieval tournaments in the castle of Sümeg also offer a pleasant Experiences pastime. The combination and complex choice of the various sights and attractions of the region offer enjoyable and exciting programmes for each age group all year round. www.bakony-balaton.hu The Bakony-Balaton Region can boast of a rich economic and cultural heritage. The internationally recognized Porcelain Manufactory, In the Light of International where porcelain products classified as a Hungaricum are manufactured, is a major sight. The visitors’ complex at the Manufactory provides a special experience, for you can make yourself familiar with the ins and Reputation outs of porcelain making, take delight in the masterpieces of the Porcelain Museum, have a great lunch or a coffee from the porcelain dishes of the building complex and buy souvenirs in the souvenir shop under one roof. www.bakony-balaton.hu You can come here by car, train or coach, however, the most exciting way to explore the region is on foot or by bicycle. Just take your time visiting The Land the Thury Castle in Várpalota, the Kinizsi Castle in Nagyvázsony, the Castle of Sümeg, the Castle of Somló – all of which are reminders of the heroic deeds of the past – and their surroundings because you can take it for of Legends granted that meeting the people living here, the legends of the past, local flavours and other travellers will have an unforgettable impact on you. Come and find your own way in this graceful region! You will surely enjoy experiences that you will never forget! Have a nice holiday! www.bakony-balaton.hu JÁSD ZIRC Service Providers BAKONYNÁNA 83 BAKONYBÉL Bakony&Balaton TÉS

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Valley of Arts Phone: +36 87 437029 [email protected] www.muveszetekvolgye.hu Impressum Publisher Bakony és Balaton Térségi Turisztikai Nonprofit Kft. Text and maps by SK&CO Szolgáltató Kft. Thury Castle Photographs by Pál Nánási / www.nanasi.hu 8100 Várpalota, Hunyadi M. tér 1. Editor Pál Nánási Phone: +36 88 371299 [email protected] Other photographs www.thuryvar.hu (Veszprémfest, Calvary) Zsolt Melczer,László Molnár, Győző Láng, Zoo photos Veszprém Zoo

Touch-up work by Pál Nánási, Zaránd Detre Dubniczay palota Graphics design by István Zachar, Pál Nánási, Gábor Gerse 8200 Veszprém, Vár u. 29. Printed by Tradeorg Kft. Phone: +36 88 560507, +36 88 560508 Translation Insedo Kft. [email protected] Styling Linda Holdampf, Dóri Horváth, Kata Záray, Berta Benedek www.carllaszlocollection.hu Make-up, hair Anna Gerő, Anita Törköly Assistant of the photographer Krisztián Sütő Photoproducer Linda Orbán

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