Around Lake Balaton there is a tradition of New Year’s bath. In more towns and villages people go to the ice cold water on 1 January.

It is a special combination of tradition, bravery and fun.

There photos were taken on the north shore in a picturesque village called Szigliget.

New Year's bath at Lake Balaton

New Year's bath at Lake Balaton

Photo: György Varga (MTI)