Petanque court

Game for the Whole Family

What is Petanque?

Petanque is a French-origin ball game, similar to the one seen in the hungarian film Pál Street Boys. It is basically a light sport, great for entertainment even in hot summer days. The manager of Pampetrics wine shop, Milán, is happy to help us with learning the rules and getting the right equipment. The use of the game is free, but we should thank him by having a drink, wine or beer while playing.

HintYou can combine the game with a wine tasting or summer spritzing with the help of the Pampetrics Wine Store next to the course. The enclosed courtyard ensures your undisturbed entertainment.

Where is the court located?

The Petanque court is located in one of the most atmospheric enclosed courtyards in Keszthely. It is the perfect setting for such a game, as it is close to Keszthely’s bustling main street, yet still provides a peaceful and undisturbed environment for playing. The entrance to the courtyard is from the Promenade Street, and the pitch is surrounded by buildings of historical and art-historical significance: Keszthely’s oldest civilian building, the Pethő-house, and the old-fashioned synagogue located at the back of the courtyard.
An interesting factDo you want to know more about the past of Keszthely? Then the book KESZTHELYI TÖRTÉNETEK was written for you, get it in the Tourinform office on the walking street!
The design of the court is attributed to Milán Pampetrics, a wine merchant. His aim was to create a new communal space in the heart of Keszthely, as well as to promote the sport of Petanque.