Last Saturday, we traded our usual routines for a day on two wheels and completed the "small Balaton loop" – a 79 km cycling tour starting and finishing in Balatonalmádi. 🚴🚴♀️🚴♂️
Along the way, we took a well-deserved refreshment break in Balatonakarattya, enjoyed a great lunch together in Zamárdi, and then crossed Lake Balaton by ferry from Szántód to Tihany before heading back to Balatonalmádi. ⛴️
For some of our most dedicated cyclists, the challenge was even bigger. They rode from Veszprém to Balatonalmádi before the tour and cycled back afterward, bringing their total distance to well over 100 km for the day. A remarkable achievement and a testament to their determination and endurance. 🚵♂️
Beyond the kilometers, the day was about enjoying the stunning scenery of Lake Balaton, supporting one another, and spending quality time together outside the workplace. Experiences like these strengthen not only our legs but also the connections that make us a great team.
Thank you to everyone who joined the ride and helped make it such a memorable day. Here's to many more adventures together!
💬 What participants said:
"The stunning panoramic views and great company quickly made us forget the effort of the ride. Along the way, we enjoyed several beautiful natural sights and stopped a few times for short breaks and photos. By the end of the day, we returned home pleasantly tired but full of great memories and experiences." – Regina D., Senior Specialist HR Operations – Payroll, HARIBO Hungary
"It was great to join the ride again and spend a day with the team. Even though I now work at HARIBO in Denmark, it felt like coming back to familiar faces and good energy. I really enjoyed being part of the group again – it reminded me how strong the community here is." – Viktor Jókuti, Assistant Manufacturing, HARIBO Nordics
"I had a great time on Saturday and thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. We had a fantastic group, the organization was excellent, and the refreshment stops were perfectly planned. The weather was ideal for cycling, and it was also nice to revisit places I hadn't seen in years. I would be more than happy to join another cycling tour in the future. Overall, it was an amazing day and a truly memorable experience!" – Darina L., Specialist Order to Cash, HARIBO Hungary
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