Fonyódi Market — Attraction in Fonyódi járás

I recently visited the market in Fonyod that offers an excellent variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. It's a great place to indulge in the flavors of local produce and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The abundance of fresh and flavorful offerings truly impressed me.

However, when it comes to tourist goods like towels, toys, and fashion items, I noticed that the prices were generally fixed and not negotiable. This seemed to be the case, especially for tourists. It was a bit disappointing not to have the option to haggle and find better deals. Perhaps more flexibility in pricing would enhance the overall shopping experience for visitors.

On a positive note, the marketplace exuded a friendly and happy ambiance. The vendors and local residents were welcoming, creating an enjoyable atmosphere for shoppers. It was refreshing to experience the warmth and hospitality of the people in the marketplace.

Nevertheless, one aspect that detracted from my overall experience was the presence of pet selling. While I understand that this may be a common practice in some marketplaces, I believe that animal welfare should hold greater importance. The well-being and proper treatment of animals should be a priority, and it would be beneficial to enforce stricter regulations in this regard. I deducted one star from my rating due to this concern.

Note: The opinions expressed in this review are based on my personal experience and observations. It's possible that the marketplace may evolve and address the mentioned concerns...

Plenty of choice of fresh seasonal vegetables and fruit. Bakery products are also available, though to a minor extent (the selection is still decent). The place is quite big in size, and a good chunk of it is dedicated to memorabilia, and second hand stuff (from books and tea sets, to extremely niche items, such as war relics). There's also a section dedicated to clothing and random hardware (DIY, Gardening, etc). A few options to grab a local bite are also available (langos, kenyerlangos, kurtoskalacs). Cold cuts and dairy products' vendors are to be found near the entrance. Been there a few times, never noticed there's a section dedicated to the business of live animals, which I've been reading about from other reviewers. On a sunny day the place gets warm quickly due to the lack of natural shadow in the surroundings, therefore I can only share the same concerns raised by other reviewers in regards to the questionable conditions those poor animals have to sustain. Last but not least, it tends to get way too crowdy for my taste during high season (Summer), and in general over the weekend. The place is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays - if you want a quiet(er) experience I do suggest a visit on a Wednesday, when the place is generally...

Wer Trödelmärkte mag, sollte noch vor dem Gemüsemarkt rechts hinein gehen. Eine große Auswahl an Werkzeugen, Militaria, Münzen, Büchern, Spielzeuge, Geschirr und Gläser findet man hier. Auch seltenere Playmobil Figuren oder Barbie Zubehör. Der Gemüsemarkt ist für mich persönlich das Highlight. Typisch ungarische Gewürze, Honig, Produkte aus Lavendel, Seifen und Kerzen aus eigener Herstellung, Obst, Gemüse und meine geliebten "dicken Bohnen" findet man hier Zuletzt der Kleidermarkt. Hier findet man Damen-/Herren- und Kinderbekleidung in allen erdenklichen Größen...leider in den letzten Jahren vermehrt auch offensichtliche Fälschungen von Markenklamotten. Außerdem findet man Haushaltsgegenstände, Korbwaren und die riesigen Kessel für Kesselgulasch hier. Nebenbei sollte auch noch der Tiermarkt erwähnt werden. Früher wurden die armen Tiere der brütenden Sonne ohne Schutz ausgesetzt, mittlerweile sind sie wenigstens überdacht. Trotzdem sieht man den meisten Tieren an, dass sie nicht gesund sein können. ( Oft liegen sie regungslos und heftig schnaufend in viel zu kleinen Käfigen). Und die Preise sprechen eine deutliche Sprache...ich kann nur an jeden Tierfreund appellieren, solche Tiere (auch nicht aus...