Bored of Lake Balaton? Lake Tisza awaits visitors with exciting new programmes!

If you are tired of visiting Lake Balaton every year, we have great news for you! Lake Tisza, Hungary’s largest artificial lake, offers many exciting activities and breathtaking scenery. The area’s eco-centres invite visitors on a fun adventure to learn about and observe the wonderful wildlife of the lake.

Lake Tisza

Lake Tisza, Hungary’s largest artificial lake, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities. Created in the 1970s as a flood control measure, it has since evolved into a vibrant eco-tourism destination. Encompassing 127 square kilometres, the lake is dotted with islands, wetlands and a rich diversity of flora and fauna, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Its tranquil waters are ideal for kayaking, boating, and fishing, while the surrounding areas provide ample opportunities for cycling and hiking.

Lake Tisza Ecocentre

As Turizmus.com writes, visitors of Lake Tisza are invited to revel in the silky waters and myriad unforgettable experiences that bring them closer to nature. Upon arrival, windswept floodplain forests, gently lapping waters and swaying reeds greet you, offering tranquillity and setting the stage for an unforgettable holiday. Begin your adventure at one of the lake’s two eco-centres, such as the Lake Tisza Ecocentre in Poroszló, which features Europe’s largest freshwater aquarium system.

This aquarium houses thirty native fish species,  revealed through an underwater tunnel at a depth of five metres. An interactive exhibition, 3D cinema and map walkthrough enhance your understanding of the lake-turned-reservoir. From the viewing platform, the shimmering water mirror greets you as a familiar and awe-inspiring sight. The building also houses otters, amphibians and a giant tortoise, while the leisure park showcases various birds and animals. Cool off at the Tutajos pond and water playground, or embark on a boat trip or GPS boat tour, choosing from 12 different routes.

Source: Instagram / okocentrum

Source: Instagram / okocentrum

Kérész Eco- and Active Tourism Center

Kérész Eco- and Active Tourism Centre opened its doors earlier this year with ambitions of popularising the Tisza Lake area. In addition, they aim to offer fun ways to study the flora and fauna of the artificial lake. For instance, visitors can try landscape shaping in a digital sandbox, explore the hidden water wildlife through binoculars and try out the water level control. In addition, the centre also offers a bean bag cinema, nature photography workshops and exhibitions.

The naturalist’s lab welcomes curious children and adults with a well-equipped laboratory where they can observe the wildlife of Lake Tisza in detail with the help of digital microscopes. If you love adventure, you can also rent SUPs, canoes, kayaks and water bikes. The centre offers a variety of guided tours both on water and land!

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