Wellness and spa
Slovakia is famous for its spas not only in the neighbouring countries but also worldwide. People come here in order to use the power of mineral water to cure various kinds of diseases. But Slovakia also attracts tourists who wish to combine a curative stay with rest, relaxation and discovering of natural beauties or rich history of this country. Tiny towns at the mountain foot, spa resorts with abundant cultural events, historical monuments, beautiful nature, hiking opportunities, and favourable climatic conditions and, of course, natural, hot or cold, healing springs – all this makes the Slovak wellness and spa so special. It is designed for the care of individual clients but also couples or families. You can relax in the Slovak spas during both summer and winter time. The winter period offers great opportunity to have a romantic holiday in a beautiful country all covered in white snow and enjoy skiing. Such holiday is a perfect way of combining therapy with rest and physical movement which works wonders for your body and soul. Cross-country skiing in the forest, alpine skiing in well-equipped ski resorts, snowboarding or various kinds of adventurous winter sports are some of the favourite activities during the winter period. In summer then you can enjoy pleasant walks in the fresh air of the Slovak mountains, strolling through historical streets and visiting historical monuments of the Slovak cities and towns. All of this can be combined with pleasurable rest which is provided by curing and spa resorts. All you need to do is choose what suits you best.
In the Bardejov Spa you can find everything you need for your body and soul. Its history of spa treatment dates back to year 1505. Empress Elisabeth, the wife of Franz Joseph I., called Sissi was having treatment here as well. Today Bardejov is a modern spa town with reconstructed historical buildings. There is an alpine ski centre situated directly in the spa resort and another alpine ski centre Regetovka is close to the town.
If you wish to combine wellness with getting to know the beauties of the Tatra Mountain the Lúčky Spa is ideal for this. You can not only undergo a classical therapy there but you can also relax throughout the year in a brand new opened Aqua – Vital Park with several outdoor and indoor swimming pools. Moreover, the Lúčky Spa is predestined for wellness and ski during the winter period. The Snow Park in the nearby town of Liptovská Revúca but also the surrounding ski resorts are the target for many local and foreign skiers. After all-day skiing you will certainly appreciate pleasant rest and regeneration in the close thermal swimming pool Bešeňová. You can relax in the outdoor pools with thermal water watching the landscape covered with snow or you can enjoy the whirlpools in the atrium under the open sky.
Similarly to Lúčky the Nový Smokovec Spa lies amidst scenic Tatra Mountain villages and is ideal for sports or hiking activities. A plenty of ski resorts with perfect pistes for less demanding and demanding skiers is just at the stone’s throw.
Another relaxation, wellness and spa delicacy is the complex of sanatoria and hotels Štrbské Pleso. Its history dates back to 19th century. Apart from its therapeutic significance which is in the first place it also counts as a sought-after centre of summer recreation and winter sports. The nearby PARK SNOW High Tatras offers a wide range of unique adventures on the skis. Excellent conditions for skiing, fresh air, pleasant climate and wonderful nature during summertime will be certainly appreciated by everyone who is keen on having rest and enjoying hiking and walks.
Outstanding healing water, yearlong tradition, sophisticated sanatoria and historical buildings – these are all strong points of world-famous Trenčianske Teplice Spa which belongs to the oldest and most popular spas in Slovakia. Except for magnificent nature it also hides a unique piece of European architecture and attraction – Turkish spa Hammam.
Turčianske Teplice – another jewel of Slovak balneotherapy is hidden close to Trenčianske Teplice. The nearby ski resorts offer suitable conditions for skiing and they very much liked by all kinds of skiers.
The Rajecké Teplice Spa placed in the striking nature of the Súľov Hills originated in 17th century. This lovely small town at present offers therapeutic and wellness stays as well as varied opportunities for skiing in winter and hiking in summer in the neighbouring forests.
If we talk about rest of body and soul and perfect relaxation the town of Piešťany counts as one of the most prominent Slovak spa resorts. Regular clientele from abroad is obviously the best proof of this. It is famous for its unique healing mud, attractive sanatoria, surrounding landscape, cultural or artistic performances and brilliant conditions for summer and winter sports. If you want an ideal relaxation the bath town Piešťany is the right place for you.
Slovakia, however, also offers one-day or longer stays in the favourite fun and chill-out centres. The offer is rich and attractive enough for anyone to be able to find his/her cup of tea. Aquacity Poprad, Auqapark Tatralandia, Spa & Aquapark Trenčianske Teplice, Aquathermal Senec, Aquapark and Vyhne thermal swimming pool, Holiday Park – Aquapark Kováčová, Thermal Park Bešeňová – this is just a mere fragment of all places for active and passive chill-out stay in water and pleasurable bubbles of thermal water and springs.
If you decide to have a faultless relax in wellness and spa resorts Slovakia is the ultimate location. Once you plunge into its healing waters and you will long to come back to this country again and again – although small when it comes to its size it is big when it comes to its wellness potential.
