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Lake Balaton

Lake in Hungary
Lake Balaton is a freshwater lake in western Hungary. It’s a major holiday destination with beaches, volcanic hills, resort towns and high-rise hotels along its 197km shoreline. The hilly north shore is a wine-growing region, with protected...
Area: 228.6 mi²
Fish: Zander, Grass carp, and Asp
Width: 8.699 mi
Surface elevation: 344′
Length: 47.85 mi
Catchment area: 5,174 km2 (1,998 sq mi)