Technical visit

On Friday, 26 September, between 9:00 AM and 12:30 PM, we are offering three different themed cycling tours. Each tour explores a specific aspect of cycling tourism. While the examples reflect the circumstances in Hungary, the issues explored may also be relevant to other countries in Europe. These case studies provide an excellent opportunity for professional discussions and exchanging experiences.

All three tours will depart from the conference venue between 9:00 and 9:15 AM and will conclude in Tihany, where the three tours will merge and return to Balatonfüred by ferry. The lunch on the ferry on Lake Balaton will be a particularly memorable experience. The estimated arrival time in Balatonfüred: 2:00 PM.

Bicycles will be provided for the participants. To request a free rental, participants can submit the necessary details (male or female frame bike, height) and their chosen tour via the Registration page.

1. EuroVelo 14 experience and more

Lenght: 34 km
Elevation: 435 m
Surface: asphalt

E-bikes/normal bikes provided

On that tour we are riding on EuroVelo 14 along the lake, but also going a bit into the highlands of the area. The track covers one of the newest EuroVelo 14 section with high comfort levele but also goes on an old cycle route whose renovation is planned to be done in the near future.

2. Conflict between cyclists and walkers on popular touristical routes

Lenght: 26 km
Elevation: 350 m
Surface: asphalt

E-bikes/normal bikes provided

By riding on the coast of the lake this route shows the conflicts between cyclist and walkers at peak season. We also go up to the higlands to ride on low traffic roads. Similar to Technical visit#1 but shorter.

3. Mountain bike ride in the backcountry of Balaton

Lenght: 29 km
Elevation 310 m
Surface: Dirt road, gravel road, asphalt

E-MTB-s provided

This e-MTB tour mainly goes on the signposted forestry and gravel roads of the backcountry of lake Balaton and the Tihany peninsula. By riding on different kind of surfaces and experiencing the signposting system we are visiting bicycle frindly services and natural attractions of the area.