Miháld: Vineyards, Church and Relaxation

Vineyards surrounded by sweet chestnut trees encircle Miháld. The landscape and opportunities to relax provide a natural thematic backdrop for your stay; the church, memorial and Virtus Festival add further cultural highlights.

Landscape and Relaxation in Miháld

The leisure centre in Miháld is set in scenic surroundings and offers opportunities to unwind and relax. The fishing lake is also set in similar surroundings and offers opportunities to unwind and relax. Both places are therefore a good fit for travel plans that include relaxing amid nature. If you are planning a specific visit to the leisure centre or the fishing lake, check the current access conditions in advance.

Church and Memorial

The church, built by Gáspár Inkey and influenced by the Baroque style, was extended with a raised transept in 1835. A memorial to the two world wars stands in the square in front of the church. It was erected using donations from local residents and lists the names of those who fell in the wars. In Miháld, these represent two distinct aspects side by side: the church’s architectural history and remembrance of the residents who fell in the world wars.

July Festival and Getting There

The Virtus Festival in Miháld takes place every year in July. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the dates for that year’s edition in advance.

For getting there, bus route 6420, listed as Nagykanizsa–Miháld–Zalakaros, provides a specific reference point. Routes and timetables can change, so check the current MÁV timetable before travelling. This lets you plan your journey based on the valid service rather than relying on an older timetable.

More to Explore in the Wider Destination of Zala

The Zalai Borvidék wine region developed in Zala on the slopes and plateaus of the Zalai-dombság hills and along the northwestern slopes of the Keszthelyi-hegység. It comprises two wine-growing districts and 38 settlements. Kis-Balaton is Zala’s largest body of water, is strictly protected and covers 14,745 hectares. It is also the setting for István Fekete’s classic novels Tüskevár and Téli berek. The wine-growing landscape and protected body of water offer two different perspectives on the region.

At the Kápolnapuszta Bivalyrezervátum, visitors can explore the grounds along a 1.5-kilometre walking trail with rest areas and viewpoints. During opening hours, visitors to the reserve can pet the tame animals every day. The Water Buffalo Festival is held there each year in May or June; dates may vary from year to year.

The two annual events fall at different times of year: the Water Buffalo Festival takes place in May or June, while the Virtus Festival in Miháld takes place in July. If you are planning a trip around an event, check the dates for that year’s edition before making plans.

The Zalavári Történelmi Emlékpark also offers a distinct cultural and historical point of interest in the Zala destination. The Millenniumi Emléképület and the Szent István kápolna can be visited free of charge during opening hours. Check the current opening times before your visit.

Plan Your Stay

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