Come to visit the world-famous town Piešťany. It was brought to fame by occurence of sulphuric mud and geothermal water with healing effects on inflammatory illnesses. The biggest expansion happened in 1889, when, from a small town Piešťany grew this big balneal town. Besides variety of wellness and therapeutic procedures, in Piešťany you will also find interesting historical monuments, like Napoleon baths, for example. Also works of fine art, which are to be found in the Balneal park, are worth to go and see. There is a statue of a man breaking crutches on the Kolonáda bridge. This statue became a symbol of Piešťany in 1894 and today it is a part of its emblem. Piešťany is also characteristic by its rich cultural life and sporting indulgence. There are various events taking places here, like Piešťansky musical festival, Organ days, Country dock, multimedia festival Hodokvas or International rowing regatta. Piešťany offers its visitors many events, which will remain pleasantly unforgettable.
Distance from airports:
- Bratislava 87 km
- Košice 375 km
- Poprad 260 km