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SPA TOWN SPA loskeletal apparatus (joints, spine) apparatus loskeletal (stomach/liver) (depression/neurosis) (psoriasis, eczema) Digestive system diseases system Digestive diseases of the Non-tuberculous and Diseases of the kidney Diseases/disorders of the muscu- Diseases/disorders Nervous diseases Mental illnesses/disorders Mental illnesses/disorders Metabolical disorders and gland Metabolical disorders Oncological diseases diseases Cardiovascular Skin/Dermatological diseases Gynaecological diseases Occupational diseases respiratory system urinary tract disorders with internal secretion disorders (neuropathy/ischias/Parkinson) Bardejovské Bardejovské kúpele ×* ×* ×* ×* ×* ×* × × ×* × Kúpele Kúpeľno-liečebný ústav ministerstva vnútra Družba ××××× × × Bojnice Kúpele Bojnice ××× ×× Brusno Kúpele Brusno ××× × Červený Kláštor Kúpele Červený Kláštor Smerdžonka × Číž Prírodné jódové kúpele Číž ××*×* ×× Kúpele Dudince ×××× Dudince SLOVTHERMAE, Kúpele Diamant Dudince ×××× Horný Smokovec Kúpele Horný Smokovec ×** Wellness KOVÁČOVÁ, Liečebný dom Detvan × × ×* ×* × × Kováčová Špecializovaný liečebný ústav Marína ×* ×* ×* Liptovský Ján Kúpeľno-rehabilitačný ústav MV SR Bystrá ××× × Lučivná Tatranské kúpele Lučivná ×** Lúčky Kúpele Lúčky ××××× Nimnica Kúpele Nimnica ××××××× ×× Nový Smokovec Kúpele Nový Smokovec ×× × × Slovenské liečebné kúpele Piešťany ×* ×* Piešťany Hotel Granit – Kúpeľný ústav F. E. Scherera ×× × Rajecké Teplice Slovenské liečebné kúpele Rajecké Teplice ×× × Sklené Teplice Liečebné termálne kúpele ×× × Sliač Kúpele Sliač ×× × × Smrdáky Prírodné liečebné kúpele Smrdáky ××* Štós Kúpele Štós ×* ×* ×* × × × Tatranská Kotlina Sanatórium Tatranská Kotlina × Tatranská Polianka Sanatórium Dr. Guhra × Tatranské Zruby Hotel Granit klimatické kúpele Tatranské Zruby ×× Kúpele Trenčianske Teplice ×× ×× × × Trenčianske Teplice KLÚ MV SR ARCO Trenčianske Teplice ×× Turčianske Teplice Slovenské liečebné kúpele Turčianske Teplice ×* ×* ×* ×* ×* ×* × Vyšné Ružbachy Kúpele Vyšné Ružbachy ×××× ××× ××

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2 The healing powers of Slovak spas

Slovakia is a country blessed with healthcare under the supervision of special atmosphere of Slovak spas is also an unbelievable underground wealth qualifi ed experts, unique natural sources enhanced by their unique surroundings, bubbling up to the surface from the in combination with exceptionally pure with many opportunities to spend your countless mineral springs in stunning air, Slovakia enjoys the role of a much free time being active or taking in some nature in every corner of the country, sought-after spa destination. culture. boasting healing powers and benefi cial eff ects on the human organism. Over the following pages you will discover Let yourself be inspired. Visit a place Th ese places were destined to become much interesting and important where you can fi nd your idea of the sites of well-known health spas, information what makes each spa in a dream holiday full of memorable which thanks to their disease-treating Slovakia unique. You will learn to stop experiences. All you have to do is powers and health-giving propertites seeing a spa as somewhere intended choose from the rich range of spa have been regarded as miraculous and solely for the sick or the elderly. You will and relaxation stays on off er, arrive, remarkable since time immemorial. discover the numerous opportunities close your eyes and let yourself be Th eir healing waters combined with that spas provide for a much needed pampered! You can fi nd out all you a wide range of procedures treat the sick rest, regaining strength or for fi nding need to know about Slovak spas and and regenerate the weak. new energy, relaxing and alleviating wellness options at health problems, or simply for enjoying Th anks to the use of specialised modern a pleasant long weekend in the company www.slovakia.travel therapeutic procedures, professional of your loved ones. Th at’s not all. Th e

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Slovenské liečebné kúpele Piešťany (Piešťany Spa) Piešťany Spa Winterova 29, 921 29 Piešťany Tel.: +421 33 775 25 28 [email protected] The best known Slovak spa www.kupelepiestany.sk N 48°35‘13.30‘‘ E 17°50‘34.57‘‘

Hotel Granit – Kúpeľný ústav F. E. Scherera Teplická 81, 921 01 Piešťany Th e character of Piešťany Spa and the Tel.: +421 33 798 31 11 uniqueness of the therapeutic eff ects [email protected] found here are best refl ected by the central www.horezza.sk symbol of the spa, the famous sculpture N 48°35‘13.30‘‘ E 17°50‘34.57‘‘ of a man breaking his crutches. Once you have undergone treatment, the crutches, as an aid to damaged health, usually become redundant. You once again fi nd Tips for trips yourself full of strength, energy and peace. Piešťany Spa can be found in the pleasant Th e castle ruins of Tematín, Beckov and surroundings of an island surrounded Th e Spa Island is not only an oasis of health, Čachtice – enigmatic places where time by the longest river in Slovakia – the as it also off ers various interesting sport stands still and where the ancient walls river Váh. For over 200 years, the spa has and cultural activities. Th ere is a 9-hole whisper of immortal legends about cruel enjoyed a place among leading European golf course, for instance, courts for lords and the bloody Countess Báthory. spas in the treatment of rheumatism, tennis enthusiasts and a beach volleyball Trnava – Th e Slovak “Rome” is home to rehabilitation of the musculoskeletal court. Th e many ways of spending your countless sacral buildings and monuments. apparatus and the nervous system. Th e leisure time at the spa are boosted all year Nitra – A city with a rich history and unique natural sources comprising round by a rich cultural programme at a colourful off ering of cultural and social therapeutic sulphurous mud and thermal the social centre. Th e beautiful spa park events. Mohyla na Bradle – Memorial to mineral waters are renowned for their is also the ideal place to take pleasant the distinguished Slovak statesman and healing action not only in Slovakia, but relaxing strolls. Take a break at any of the scientist, General M. R. Štefánik. also throughout the world. By using many cafés and restaurants that enhance specialised therapeutic procedures the special appearance and atmosphere under the supervision of top medical of the spa grounds, and enjoy some local Piešťany Information Centre experts, joint infl ammations recede, their or international specialties. Nálepkova 2, 921 01 Piešťany fl exibility returns, the immunity system Tel.: +421 33 774 33 55 is boosted, damaged cartilage regenerated [email protected] and the degenerative process of joints slowed down. Nowadays, Piešťany Spa Piešťany Information Centre is highly popular also thanks to its Pribinova 2, 921 01 Piešťany specifi c healing eff ect on post-traumatic Tel.: +421 33 771 96 21, [email protected] conditions.

4 Smrdáky Spa The secret of health and beautiful skin

in Europe. Th e local sulphuric mud also produces impressive healing eff ects. Prírodné liečebné kúpele Smrdáky As a result of the exceptional and unique 906 03 Smrdáky composition of the mineral waters here Tel.: +421 34 695 91 73 and the therapeutic results achieved, [email protected] Smrdáky Spa specialises foremost in the www.kupelesmrdaky.sk treatment of skin diseases in combination N 48°43‘10.00‘‘ E 17°18‘13.00‘‘ with diseases of the musculoskeletal apparatus.

Th e spa grounds are a serene and idyllic Tips for trips place snuggled into the harmonious rural countryside of Western Slovakia. Skalica – an ancient historical town with Th e moderate climatic conditions, the a sweet speciality – the Trdelník, and tranquillity and the clean fresh air all the chance to cruise along Baťov kanál provide benefi cial eff ects not only for (Bata’s canal). healing the organism, but also for the Th e Small Carpathians Wine Route complete relaxation of patients and spa – following the path of the winemaking Th e most westerly spa in Slovakia can be guests. In addition to the latest natural tradition, all the way through former royal found near the town of Senica and has therapeutic procedures and the care of towns. become renowned for its therapeutic highly qualifi ed medical staff , the spa also Červený Kameň Castle – one of the best mineral water. Th e name of the spa, off ers a rich range of sporting, cultural preserved castles in Slovakia. meaning “stinky”, is based on the and social activities. Driny Cave – the only public show cave distinctly characteristic pungent smell in south-west Slovakia with rich natural of the hydrogen sulphide springs, which formations were chronicled in this area as early as in the sixteenth century. INFOSEN – Senica Information Bureau Smrdáky’s healing waters are unique Námestie oslobodenia 17, 905 01 Senica in their unusually high hydrosulphide Tel.: +421 34 651 64 59 content, ranking it among the most highly [email protected] concentrated brimstone natural springs

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Kúpele Trenčianske Teplice T. G. Masaryka 21 914 51 Trenčianske Teplice Tel.: +421 32 651 40 00 [email protected] www.kupele-teplice.sk N 48°54‘31.07‘‘ E 18°10‘22.14‘‘

Kúpeľno-liečebný ústav MV SR ARCO Trenčianske Teplice 17. novembra č. 6 914 51 Trenčianske Teplice Tel.: +421 32 655 24 31 [email protected] www.kluarco.sk Trenčianske Teplice Spa N 48°54‘ 35.87“ E 18°10‘ 23.46“ A spa with a European first Tips for trips

Trenčín – Trenčin Castle with a Roman inscription on the castle rock and a romantic tale surrounding the castle well. Th e small spa town of Trenčianske Teplice thermal waters. Th e springs are unique Vážska cyklomagistrála – a cycling is situated in the western part of Slovakia because of the optimum temperature of route that follows the river Váh along the nestled in a picturesque valley in the the waters (from 37.7 °C to 40 °C), and embankments of feeder canals taking Strážovské vrchy hills. Th e surrounding because they have the same composition. in some interesting natural and cultural woods, breathtaking landscape and the Th e temperature of the healing water monuments in the mountains of the Biele well-tended extensive park grounds with means it can be used directly without Karpaty and the Strážovské vrchy hills. lake provide the ideal place to relax and any need to heat it up, cool it down Trenčianske Teplice Musical Summer – take a pleasant and much-needed break. or otherwise modify it, which greatly the oldest chamber music festival in Central Trenčianske Teplice is one of the few spa boosts its therapeutic action. It acts as an Europe with a varied and top quality resorts to have retained its character as analgesic, supporting tissue blood fl ow, programme all through the summer. a pure spa town. and releasing muscle tension, leading to Pohoda – large contemporary international improved fl exibility, increasing overall music festival in Trenčín. Trenčianske Teplice Spa is one of the physical fi tness and alleviating mental Th e A.S. Pushkin Museum in oldest and most popular spas in the stress. Brodzany chateau – the only museum country. Trenčianske Teplice Spa is one Having a thermal bath in this unique commemorating the literary giant outside of the oldest and most popular spas in and potent healing water is therefore Russia where the writer worked and created. Slovakia, primarily thanks to its romantic an essential part of every stay here, and location and unique natural sulphuric helps in the treatment and prevention of diseases of the musculoskeletal apparatus, in particular, but also diseases from the fi elds of internal medicine, gynaecology and dermatology, including psoriasis. Information Centre Hotel Pax, Kúpeľná 10 Th e spa complex includes also a fi rst in 914 51 Trenčianske Teplice Europe: the Hammam Turkish bath, Tel.: +421 32 651 45 92 which was built in the 19th century. In [email protected] the past it was bathing-house for the rich nobility and fi nancial magnates, but now Information Centre it is open to spa guests and the general Hotel Krym, T. G. Masaryka public. Most visitors go there to have 914 51 Trenčianske Teplice a massage, or in search of a place to relax Tel.: +421 32 651 63 00 after bathing in the Sina thermal pool.

6 Bojnice Spa Kúpele Bojnice Perfect relaxation overlooked by a romantic castle 972 01 Bojnice Tel.: +421 46 511 63 62 [email protected] www.kupele-bojnice.sk N 48°46‘29.98‘‘ E 18°34‘20.44‘‘

Th e picturesque Bojnice Spa in the very heart of Slovakia is a tranquil place that provides the perfect conditions Tips for trips for guests to enjoy a harmonious and pleasant stay at the spa, thanks to its Bojnice Castle – the second most visited location, climate and the composition of castle in Slovakia and home to the popular the local thermal waters. annual International Festival of Ghosts and Spirits. Bojnice Spa is shrouded on three sides Trenčín – centre of the Považie region, by stunning forested hills which produce a municipal heritage reservation with exceptionally favourable climatic a rich array of interesting cultural events. conditions. Th e basis of therapeutic Hornonitriansky banský skanzen at procedures at Bojnice Spa lies in the Cígeľ Mine – an open-air exhibition on therapeutic hydrogen-carbonic-sulphuric the work of miners at surface level, as well and calcium-magnesium hypotonic as below ground in a classic mining wagon. thermal water with a temperature unique hot springs have been used for between 28 and 52 °C, rising from nine therapeutic purposes since as far back as springs. Th is unique thermal water boosts the 12th century. the metabo-lism and the immunological Bojnice Tourist Information Offi ce reaction in cells, tissue function and In addition to classic therapeutic stays Hurbanovo námestie 47 oxygen supply, and so acts favourably at the spa, Bojnice Spa also off ers 972 01 Bojnice on the overall human condition. Th ese visitors special weight-loss, recuperation Tel.: +421 46 543 03 03 and wellness stays. For those who are Mob.: +421 915 877 359 exhausted from the daily frenzy of [email protected] modern life and looking for somewhere www.bojnice.sk to relax the body, mind and spirit, Bojnice Spa is the right place to be. Th e thermal Prievidza Tourist Information Offi ce springs and gorgeous countryside here Námestie slobody 4 have been in harmony for centuries, 971 01 Prievidza while the vicinity off ers more than Tel.: +421 46 16 186 enough interesting ways for spa guests [email protected] to spend their free time.

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Kúpele Nimnica 020 71 Nimnica Nimnica Spa Tel.: +421 42 460 81 11 [email protected] www.kupelenimnica.sk Slovakia’s Mineral Pearl N 49°07‘48.00‘‘ E 18°22‘16.00‘‘

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One of the youngest spas in Slovakia Castles Strečno, Lietava and Považský spreads out over the delightful scenery hrad – these former sentry castles now of the Javorníky and Strážovské vrchy provide stunning panoramic views of the hills, between the towns of Púchov and surrounding countryside. Považská Bystrica. Th e local mineral Manínska tiesňava nature reserve, water with its unique composition is Súľovské skaly (Súľov Rocks) and the basis for treating a wide spectrum Castle Vršatec – a unique rocky protected of diseases. nature reserve, which concentrates all the beauties of much larger territories in Nimnica Spa may be one of the smallest a small area. spas in Slovakia, but thanks to its Lednické Rovne – a Slovak glassmaking excellent location, it is also one of the museum with rich collections and documen- most tranquil. Th e foothill climate with tation on its production, from medieval nearby reservoirs produces a moderately times through to the highly artistic humid microclimate and so increases the creations produced today. overall attractiveness of the spa grounds. Žilina – a municipal heritage reservation Th e mineral-rich water, referred to as the with many interesting monuments, mineral pearl of Slovakia, is applied in dominated by Budatín Castle. treatment not in drinking cures, but also by inhalation and carbonic baths. Th e landscaped and tended park grounds of the spa with its small lake provide PX CENTRUM Tourist Information Offi ce the perfect place for enjoying a relaxing Centrum 16/21 walk or for spending time with family 017 01 Považská Bystrica and friends. Guests can revel in the hot Tel.: +421 42 432 65 45 water in the pool, let the bubbles in the [email protected] carbonic bath and hydroxer underwater massage fl ush away their stress, relax Česko-slovenské regionálne in the wellness centre with saunas informačné a spoločenské centrum and a whirlpool bath, purify their Púchovskej doliny respiratory tract in the special salt cave, 020 51 Dohňany 74 or sample one of the many diff erent Tel.: +421 42 445 09 12, [email protected] massages on off er.

8 Rajecké Teplice Spa A symphony of luxury and quality

Slovenské liečebné kúpele Rajecké Teplice Osloboditeľov 131/4 013 13 Rajecké Teplice Th e spa Balneology Centre off ers Tel.: +421 41 549 42 56 a comprehensive range of healing, Mob.: +421 905 861 384 relaxation and beauty procedures and is [email protected], www.spa.sk equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic N 49°07‘44.25‘‘ E 18°40‘56.71‘‘ and therapeutic equipment. It is only in Rajecké Teplice Spa that visitors can soak up the exclusive ancient-style atmosphere, including pure, natural Tips for trips materials such as marble. Such a rare experience full of comfort and luxury Hiking in the surroundings of the helps spa guests recharge their energy Strážovské Vrchy hills and Malá Fatra and relax their mind and body, which is mountains along marked hiking paths. why they always enjoy coming back again. Čičmany – a heritage reservation of folk architecture with unique wooden log One of the most beautiful and top Balneotherapy of the highest standard, cottages adorned with their distinct white quality spas in Slovakia can be found a qualifi ed team of professionals, quality ornamentation. in the north-west of the country in the services and the enchanting countryside Žilina – the historic town centre with the stunning countryside of the Strážovské all combine to ensure the maximum Tinker Museum from the past and present. Vrchy hills, just a few kilometres from satisfaction of visitors. Rajecká Lesná, home to the largest the town of Žilina. Th e rich history of nativity scene in Europe, carved from lime this picturesque town dates back to tree wood. 1376, and today it is an attractive place Jánošíkove diery – an exceptional system for visitors to enjoy curative or relaxing of canyons and waterfalls in the Malá Fatra wellness stays. mountains near the small town of Terchová, cloaked in many mysterious legends and myths. Th e spa makes use of the acratothermal thermal spring with unique healing waters at a temperature of 38 °C, for the treatment Turistické informačné centrum of diseases of the musculoskeletal – Rajecká Pohoda apparatus, non-tuberculous diseases of Osloboditeľov 90, 013 13 Rajecké Teplice the respiratory system, nervous diseases Mob.: +421 917 102 079, [email protected] and occupation diseases.

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Slovenské liečebné kúpele Turčianske Teplice Turčianske Teplice Spa SNP 519 039 12 Turčianske Teplice Tel.: +421 43 491 38 63 A golden spa for everyone [email protected] www.therme.sk N 48°51‘38.33‘‘ E 18°51‘37.88‘‘

At Turčianske Teplice Spa, visitors can Tips for trips come across also some rather unique therapeutic procedures in the shape Kremnica – municipal heritage reservation of a so-called Turčianske Golden Cure, with Kremnica Castle and the Mining which combines the use of gold and Museum at the Andrej mine gallery. mineral water to treat and beautify at Hiking and cycling in the national parks the same time. Spa visitors can therefore of Veľká Fatra and Malá Fatra with sample an exhilarating gold bath with the chance to do less or more demanding poultices, a gold massage and mask, or activity along marked trails surrounded by Turčianske Teplice, one of the oldest spa a refreshing gold drinking cure. stunning nature. towns in Europe, lies at the very heart of Slovak Village Museum in Martin – the Slovakia in the beautiful environment at Visitors to the spa have the Spa&Aquapark largest outdoor ethnographic exposition in the foot of the Veľká Fatra mountains. available all year round, with its unique Slovakia. Th e quality of the healing springs here mineral water, which in addition to Skiing – excellent conditions for downhill were tested out in the past by the likes being thermal is also highly therapeutic, skiing in the valley Valčianska dolina and of King Sigismund of Luxembourg thanks to its excellent composition. cross-country skiing in the surrounding areas. or Emperor Maximilian of Habsburg, Šútovský vodopád – the largest waterfall among others. in the Malá Fatra National Park. Rafting on the River Váh and trip to Th e spa off ers a varied choice of curative Strečno Castle – a river trip along the and wellness stays, or a relaxing holiday, straights and meanders of the River Váh which is not only enjoyed by the elderly, complemented by a strip to Strečno Castle but also ladies on beauty breaks, sports- with breathtaking panorama. people, managers, couples in love, or families with children. Th e local therapeutic mineral water has a unique Turistické informačné centrum composition, which is rare in Slovakia Turčianske Teplice as it helps also in the case of diseases of Partizánska 1 the kidneys and urinary tract. Diseases 039 01 Turčianske Teplice of the musculoskeletal apparatus, the Tel.: +421 43 490 12 78 skin and neurological diseases are also [email protected] all treated here.

10 Sklené Teplice Spa Unique natural cave spa

Liečebné termálne kúpele Sklené Teplice can be found in the weakened by any chemical treatment or 966 03 Sklené Teplice 100 beautiful valley of the scenic hills of fi ltration, and so it retains its natural Tel.: +421 45 677 10 61 Štiavnické vrchy. Th e history of the spa mineral content. Water from the pool is Mob.: +421 905 413 297 dates back to 1350, making it one of the drained off each day and replaced at night [email protected] oldest spas in Slovakia. Th e special hot by clean water full of healing power and www.kupele-skleneteplice.sk healing springs boast a high content of energy directly from the thermal spring. N 48°31‘50.00‘‘ E 18°51‘50.00‘‘ calcium and magnesium, meaning the Th is use of natural thermal water in its water has excellent and unparalleled natural state without any treatment benefi cial eff ects especially on the distinguishes Sklené Teplice Spa from musculoskeletal and nervous systems. the majority of therapeutic facilities in Tips for trips Slovakia or Europe, making the baths A novelty to Europe is the spelaean here unique. Th anks to this approach, Banská Štiavnica – the most beautiful thermal steam pool, appropriately which is kind to nature and to the historical town in Slovakia (UNESCO). named Parenica (basically meaning the human organism, this highly curative Open-air Mining Museum – the Barto- steam bath). Th e thermal water rising water is suitable for allergy suff erers and lomej mine gallery with demonstrations of up at a temperature of 42 °C has carved people with sensitive skin. underground mining in the Middle Ages. out a cave, which is now used for spa Štiavnické tajchy – unique system of treatment. Th e Cave steam bath has Th e unusual waters at Sklené Teplice artifi cial mining lakes. a unique atmosphere and is extremely Spa are one of nature’s clean and pure Kremnica – an ancient mining town that popular among visitors. gifts, which is why guests who have is also home to the oldest perpetually experienced its benefi ts at fi rst hand operating mint in the world. Th e spa uses only pure natural healing happily return here time and time Sitno – hike up the legend shrouded highest water in treatment procedures, not again. peak of the Štiavnické vrchy hills.

Informačné centrum Banská Štiavnica Námestie sv. Trojice 6 969 01 Banská Štiavnica Tel.: +421 45 694 96 53 [email protected]

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Dudince Spa Kúpele Dudince Kúpeľná 106 An ancient young spa 962 71 Dudince Tel.: +421 45 550 44 44 [email protected] www.kupeledudince.sk N 48°10‘00.52‘‘ E 18°52‘43.57‘‘

Th anks to its unique composition, the SLOVTHERMAE, Kúpele Diamant local water is classed among the rarest Dudince mineral springs in the world. It has Kúpeľná 107 a benefi cial action on the musculoskeletal 962 71 Dudince apparatus and is used to treat problems Tel.: +421 45 550 22 00 of the cardiovascular and nervous [email protected] systems, as well as occupational diseases. www.diamant.sk N 48°10‘00.52‘‘ E 18°52‘43.57‘‘ Th e overall comfort of guests is boosted by the warmest kind of climate, with the smallest number of windy days and the highest number of sunny days in the year. Dudince Tips for trips is a quiet and calm spa town, boasting also Th e history of one of the youngest spas the ecologically cleanest environment and Th e manor house of Svätý Anton – in Slovakia paradoxically dates back to the largest share of greenery. beautiful cultural monument with amazing ancient times of the Roman Empire, park situated nearby the ancient and almost when the special healing eff ects of the Whether you are into relaxation, wellness, fairy-tale like town of Banská Štiavnica. local springs was already well known sport, or take pleasure in gastronomic Modrý Kameň castle – home to the and appreciated. Th e most southerly delights, you will be well catered for at Museum of Puppet Cultures and Toys, as spa in the territory of the smallest the spa. In the summer, visitors can well as the largest sweet chestnut orchard town in Slovakia also boasts some other enjoy the refreshing pools of the nearby in Europe. superlatives. thermal swimming baths Dudinka. Brhlovce – a unique heritage reservation of folk architecture carved into the volcanic tufts.

Turisticko-informačná kancelária Dudince Kúpeľná 109, 962 71 Dudince Mob.: +421 917 810 274 [email protected]

12 Číž Spa The pride of the Gemer region

Prírodné jódové kúpele Číž 980 43 Číž Tel.: +421 47 559 31 33 [email protected] Th e natural iodine spa in Číž, lying in lowland character of the countryside www.kupeleciz.sk the south of the district of Rimavská around the spa is relaxing and the N 48°18‘58.00‘‘ E 20°16‘58.00‘‘ Sobota near the border with Hungary, climatic conditions are suitable also for boasts over a century of history. It is heliotherapy. the only spa of its kind in the Slovak Republic and thanks to its natural Th e spa park is tended all-year round Tips for trips healing iodine-bromine water, it is and gives visitors the chance to take classed as one of the rarest spring a relaxing stroll or soak up the nature Th e Gothic trail – takes in some of the sources of this kind in Europe. after their therapy. Clients can also most stunning monuments from the Gothic visit the sauna and aqua world, with era in a circuit passing through 9 towns and Th e importance of the spa is founded various attractions. Th e range of 24 villages. on utilising the therapeutic eff ect options on off er at Číž Spa is truly Castle Fiľakovo – housing a museum and of the natural iodine mineral water rich, so it is the perfect place not just off ering a fantastic vista over the town and and its positive action, especially for those with health problems, but countryside. on vascular diseases and diseases of also for those who seek a regenerating Šomoška Castle – ruins of one of the most the musculoskeletal apparatus. Th e holiday in Slovakia. picturesque castles in Slovakia. water from Číž even has a favourable Caves of Slovenský kras (Slovak Karst, therapeutic eff ect in the treatment of UNESCO) – the largest karst territory in multiple sclerosis. Central Europe, with the largest number of underground chambers – as many as Th e spa grounds are also an active 1110 caves and chasms. Caves accessible to venue for hipotherapy, consisting of the public – Domica jaskyňa, Gombasecká the use of horses and their movements jaskyňa, Ochtinská aragonitová jaskyňa, as a rehabilitation method for healing Jasovská jaskyňa. the human organism. Th e hipotherapy centre is open to all visitors and off ers horse riding courses, all-day trips, or Turistické informačné centrum rides led by an instructor. Hlavné námestie 2 979 01 Rimavská Sobota Th e spa is classed as a warm to Tel.: +421 47 562 36 45 moderately warm climatic area with [email protected] a large number of sunny days. Th e

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Kováčová Spa Wellness Kováčová Liečebný dom Detvan Relax for mind and body Kúpeľná 76/70 962 37 Kováčová Tel.: +421 45 544 53 83 [email protected] www.kupelekovacova.sk N 48°36‘35.33‘‘ E 19°05‘55.90‘‘ Th e position of the spa in the pleasant countryside away from the hustle and Špecializovaný liečebný ústav Marína bustle of life, combined with the tranquil Sládkovičova 3/311 atmosphere of the spa park, guarantee 962 37 Kováčová the optimum conditions for eff ective Tel.: +421 45 520 82 34 treatment, while also greatly contributing Mob.: +421 905 800 220 to overall physical and mental relaxation. [email protected] www.marinakovacova.sk Th e gorgeous romantic surroundings N 48°36‘35.33‘‘ E 19°05‘55.90‘‘ of the spa will inspire you to take small walks and trips to get to know the beautiful countryside, which enchants every visitor. Tips for trips Below the foothills of the Kremnické vrchy highlands, north-west of the town of Zvolen Zvolen Castle – the dominant feature of at an altitude of 320 m above sea level, the town of Zvolen, the castle is currently we fi nd Kováčová Spa, specialising in the occupied by the Slovak National Gallery, treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal while the courtyard is used in the summer apparatus and nervous system. as a venue for the drama festival Zvolen Castle Plays. Th e basis of treatment is in the mildly Pustý Castle – one of the most expansive mineralised, sulphuric-hydrocarbonate, castle ruins in Slovakia, and in Central calcium-magnesium water with increased Europe, with a learning trail leading up to it. fl uorine content, at a temperature of 48.5 °C.

Th e main therapeutic procedures used Informačné centrum at the spa include pool and tub baths, mesta Zvolen supplemented by paraffi n poultices, various Námestie SNP 21/31 types of massage and comprehensive 960 01 Zvolen physiatric rehabilitation therapy. In the Tel.: +421 45 542 92 68 village of Kováčová you can fi nd also the [email protected] well-known National Rehabilitation Centre.

14 Sliač Spa A spa close to your heart Kúpele Sliač 962 31 Sliač Tel.: +421 45 544 23 20 [email protected] www.spa-sliac.sk Th ere are just four spa towns in the world N 48°36‘44.88‘‘ E 19°09‘39.10‘‘ that are known for the water that springs up at natural isothermic temperatures with a high content of carbon dioxide. Only one of these unique sources is to Tips for trips be found in Central Europe, at the world renowned therapeutic spa in the town of Hronsek – wooden Articled Evangelical Sliač, lying halfway between the towns of church (UNESCO). Zvolen and Banská Bystrica. Banská Bystrica – municipal heritage reservation with many historical and Th e character of the local natural healing modern attractions. waters determines the focus of health suff ering from cardiovascular diseases, Špania Dolina valley – heritage reservation indications dealt with at Sliač Spa, but also diseases of the circulatory and of folk architecture with mining learning namely the treatment of specialised musculoskeletal apparatus, oncology trail. diseases. Sliač mineral springs are part of and women’s diseases. Slovenská Ľupča Castle – one of the best an extensive system, a so-called thermal preserved castles in Slovakia. Neogene pool. Sliač Spa also makes use of Sliač Spa provides a special symbiosis the unique natural gas from the springs of therapeutic eff ects and a retreat to for therapy, consisting chiefl y of carbon a pleasant tranquil environment right at Informačné centrum dioxide. Such high quality mineral the heart of Slovakia, thanks to its many mesta Zvolen springs are very rare and are used peaceful spa parks, rich greenery and the Námestie SNP 21/31 foremost in the treatment of patients highly reputed medical care. 960 01 Zvolen Tel.: +421 45 542 92 68 [email protected]

Informačné centrum Banská Bystrica Nám. SNP 1 974 01 Banská Bystrica Tel.: +421 48 415 50 85 Mob.: +421 907 846 555 [email protected]

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Brusno Spa Kúpele Brusno Kúpeľná 1/2 976 62 Brusno Regeneration in the lap of stunning nature Tel.: +421 48 431 15 11 Mob.: +421 910 838 328 [email protected] www.kupelebrusno.sk N 48°47‘06.92‘‘ E 19°23‘51.47‘‘

Brusno Spa is situated in the forested kidneys and liver. Apart from digestive valley of the Horehronie region between diffi culties, you can also visit Brusno the two most important towns in the Spa to treat cardiovascular diseases, and Tips for trips region, Banská Bystrica and Brezno, in diseases of the musculoskeletal apparatus. an area that enjoys a moderate, warm Th e comprehensive range of services are Railway Čiernohronská železnica in and fairly humid foothill climate. provided in newly equipped premises Čierny Balog – take a trip in wooden wagons all under one roof in a modernised spa on this historic forest railway enshrouded Among the many things that Brusno Spa treatment centre. by beautiful rural scenery and enchanting boasts is the clean air and undisturbed nature, with the accompanying whistle of silence, where you can forget all your Th e unique position of Brusno Spa in the steam locomotive. worries and cares and enjoy peace and the lap of stunning nature predestined Bystrianska jaskyňa – the cave is used a much longed for break to the full. Th e it to become a haven of complete also for speleotherapeutic therapy and can key therapeutic medium at the spa is relaxation, regeneration of the organism, be found on the south side of the Nízke the natural spring water rich in minerals, the drawing of new strength and vital Tatry, not far from popular tourist centres which rises up from the earth directly energy. Th e surrounding mountains and of Tále and Mýto pod Ďumbierom. into the spa. It is good for treating certain peaks of the Nízke Tatry range provide digestive diseases, stomach and intestinal endless opportunities for hiking, with disorders, and for regeneration of the many marked bike trails as well. Informačné centrum Banská Bystrica Námestie SNP 1 974 01 Banská Bystrica Tel.: +421 48 415 50 85 Mob.: +421 907 846 555 [email protected]

Turisticko-informačná kancelária Brezno Námestie M. R. Štefánika 3 977 01 Brezno Tel.: +421 48 611 42 21 Mob.: +421 911 410 555 [email protected]

16 Kúpele Lúčky 034 82 Lúčky Lúčky Spa Tel.: +421 44 437 51 11 [email protected] www.kupele-lucky.sk A spa for the whole family N 49°13‘50.39‘‘ E 19°39‘76.43‘‘

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Lúčky Spa is situated in the beautiful the successful treatment of diseases of Th e valley Kvačianska dolina and mountain valley under the slopes of the the musculoskeletal apparatus and the Prosiecka dolina – an easy-going hiking peak Veľký Choč, at the border of two nervous system, which are now dealt and bike trail in the valleys passing alongside highly scenic regions, Orava and Liptov. with comprehensively thanks to a wide unique wooden watermills in Oblazy, the Th e pleasant family atmosphere, unique range of services. waterfall Ráztocký vodopád, the chasms of healing waters, clean air fi lled with the Kobyliny and many more magical views. scent of coniferous forests, and the Th e healing water, which has returned Havránok archaeological open-air qualifi ed and helpful staff who will do health to countless patients, is taken from museum – archaeological site with insights their best to ensure your comfort, all two boreholes and is at a temperature into life in a Celtic settlement. guarantee that you will fall in love with of 32 °C and 37 °C. Th e water from the Liptovská Bryndza – excursion to the place and want to come back again. spring is used in its natural form in the a shepherd’s croft for traditional specialties pools, but also in all the separate baths. of the region, like Halušky s bryndzou For some time now the spa has not only Th anks to its mineral composition, it is (gnocchi with Bryndza), Oštiepok (dry focused on women with gynaecological indicated also for the prevention and sheep cheese), or Parenica (steamed sheep problems, having re-established also treatment of osteoporosis. cheese), and much more. Vlkolínec – preserved wooden village and Spa visitors can make use of the Aqua- also the best conserved heritage reservation Vital Park, which is open all year of folk architecture (UNESCO). round and boasts outdoor pools and Castle Orava – the most visited castle in a relaxation vital world, which utilises Slovakia on a rock cliff , where the fi rst black the healing eff ects of the natural silica, and white version of the fi lm Dracula was which detoxicate the organism, boost its fi lmed (in 1922), or the well-known Italian natural defences, give protection against fairytale Fantaghirò, with the chance also diseases from colds and even alleviate to raft down the River Váh. mental tension or stress.

Th e overall pleasant atmosphere of Lúčky Informačné centrum Ružomberok Spa is partly down to its location in one A. Bernoláka 1 of the most attractive tourism regions 034 01 Ružomberok in Slovakia, meaning visitors also have Tel.: +421 44 432 10 96 a diverse range of interesting free time [email protected] activities available to them.

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Kúpeľno-rehabilitačný ústav MV SR Bystrá Liptovský Ján Spa Jánska dolina 2127 032 03 Liptovský Ján Tel.: +421 44 526 32 01 Picturesque mountain valleys [email protected] www.krubystra.sk N 49°01‘41.26“ E 19°40‘19.32“

Liptovský Ján represents the gateway to Th e surroundings of the spa resort off er Tips for trips one of the most stunning valleys of the guests countless interesting ways to Nízke Tatry National Park – Jánska dolina. spend their free time. Th ere are marked Liptovská Mara – the largest water Th is special place, rich in diverse and hiking trails leading to the largest reservoir in Slovakia, perfect for various unique fl ora and fauna, caves and natural national park in Slovakia – Nízke Tatry water sports. Liptov Village Museum in beauties, is a popular recreational and National Park, with excellent options for Pribylina – exposition of folk architecture tourist destination with perfect conditions biking, cross-country skiing, downhill of the Liptov region with various special for both summer and winter holidays. skiing, or bathing. Adrenalin freaks can events throughout the year. enjoy the nearby rope park or the dry Bešeňova thermal baths and aquapark Th e thermal water at Liptovský Ján bobsled run. Th e caves in the vicinity in Liptovský Mikuláš – year-round fun is recommended for the treatment of will enchant you with their beauty and and relaxation in warm water for young and diseases of the musculoskeletal, nervous unique underground treasures. old alike. and cardiovascular systems, but also for Malá Stanišovská jaskyňa in Liptovský skin disorders and women’s diseases. Ján – tour of this magical cave lit only by the head lamps of visitors. Demänovská jaskyňa slobody – one of the most beautiful and most visited caves in Slovakia. Rafting the wild river Belá – suitable in the spring months when the water level is high from the melting snow from the mountains.

Informačné centrum mesta Liptovský Mikuláš Námestie mieru 1 031 01 Liptovský Mikuláš Tel.: +421 44 16 186 [email protected]

18 Lučivná Spa A large children’s playground Tatranské kúpele Lučivná 059 31 Lučivná Tel.:+421 52 431 45 05 Mob.: +421 907 916 204 [email protected], www.tkl.sk Th e climatic spa in Lučivná rests at the grounds include a large forest park with N 49°03‘13.32‘‘ E 20°08‘56.40‘‘ foot of the scenic High Tatra mountains, newly built multi-purpose play areas and in a beautiful 30 hectare spruce and fi r many interesting and fun attractions for wood. Th e main focus of the spa, which children. Even when the weather is bad, has a history dating back to 1872, is Lučivná Spa provides its young visitors Tips for trips to provide spa care to children with with enough opportunities to use their respiratory problems. free time actively. Vysoké Tatry (Th e High Tatras) – invigo- rating tours in this mountain range with Th anks to the uniquely pure air and Th e spa underwent major reconstruction a visit to the TANAP Museum in Tatranská abundance of sunshine all year round, using clean ecological materials with the Lomnica. which greatly multiply the benefi cial ef- health of visitors in mind. Th anks to top Caves – Belianska jaskyňa, Važecká jaskyňa, fects of the mountain climate, the basis diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, Demänovská jaskyňa and Dobšinská of eff ective treatment is climatotherapy the spa is rightfully classed as one of ľadová jaskyňa (ice cave) with its curious combined with rehabilitation, concen- the most modern and largest spas of its rock formations resembling animals and trating on the respiratory system and kinds in Slovakia. fairytale creatures, which helps provoke respiratory physiotherapy. Th e spa children’s fantasy. Towns of the Spiš region – Levoča, Kežmarok, Stará Ľubovňa with rich programme including displays of arts and crafts, an ancient military art, with the chance to try it out for yourself. Castle Spišský hrad (UNESCO) – the dominant and distinct feature of the region, and also one of the largest castle complexes in Central Europe.

Mestské informačné centrum Štefánikova ul. 99/72, 058 01 Poprad Tel.: +421 52 16 186 [email protected]

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Spas in Vysoké Tatry Kúpele Horný Smokovec Horný Smokovec 2 062 01 Vysoké Tatry – Horný Smokovec (The High Tatras) Tel.: +421 52 44 223 29 [email protected] www.klimatickekupele.sk Relax at the heart of nature N 49°08‘ 34.13“ E 20°14‘ 25.52“

Kúpele Nový Smokovec Th e location of the spas at the very Nový Smokovec Spa Nový Smokovec 32 centre of the Vysoké Tatry municipality Th e unique mountain climate of the 062 01 Vysoké Tatry – Starý Smokovec provides excellent conditions for High Tatras and its benefi cial eff ects Tel.: +421 52 442 24 54 tourism and sport. Spa guests can make on the human organism were the main Mob.: +421 918 772 896 use of the many marked hiking paths or reason for the establishment of one of [email protected] spa pathways in the Tatra National Park the best known Slovak climatic spas www.kupelens.sk (TANAP), ski runs, cross-country skiing, in the village of Nový Smokovec. Th e N 49°08´17,95‘‘ E 20°13´03,66‘‘ or hire a mountain bike and enjoy the time spent by spa guests in the special many marked bike trails throughout climate with exceptionally clean air, high the High Tatras. sunshine levels, reduced atmospheric pressure, above the dust and smoke line, Tips for trips Horný Smokovec Spa with almost zero bacteria and allergens, Horný Smokovec Spa, sits on the southern represents the basis for the treatment Vysoké Tatry (Th e High Tatras) – options slope of the smallest mountain range of non-tubercolous diseases of the for summer and winter hiking, winter in the world, at an altitude of 960 m respiratory system, metabolic disorders sports or adrenalin activities in the smallest above sea level, making it the highest and mental illnesses. mountain range in the world. positioned climatic spa in Slovakia. Poprad – visit the town square Námestie A family-friendly spa that off ers Sv. Egídia or fun aquapark. full thera-peutic spa care exclusively Kežmarok, Stará Ľubovňa, Levoča and for children and adolescents with Bardejov – exceptional historical towns nonspecifi c respiratory system diseases. situated in the north of the Spiš and Šariš regions, which both enjoy a richly preserved Th e basic element of treatment is cultural and natural identity. climatotherapy, which makes use of the Ždiar – living example of folk architecture. high altitude mountain climate combined with walks and hiking in the stunningly beautiful and rare nature of the High Tatranská informačná kancelária Tatras. Th e modern reconstructed estate Horská záchranná služba 23 and the ideal position in the territory 062 01 Vysoké Tatry – Starý Smokovec of the Tatra National Park produce the Tel.: +421 52 442 34 40 perfect conditions for achieving the [email protected] desired results of eff ective treatment.

20 Tatranská Polianka Th ese factors, combined with modern Th e spa resort of Tatranská Polianka, at therapeutic methods, produce eff ective the mouth of Velická dolina valley in the conditions for alleviating nontubercu- High Tatras, is simply ideal for patients lous diseases of the respiratory system, as with lung disease. Th e high mountain well as for the treatment of postsurgical climate, pure fresh air and surroundings, conditions involving the upper and lower lower air pressure and oxygen level, have respiratory tracts, the lungs and occupa- been used successfully for treatment tional diseases. Sanatórium Tatranská Kotlina since the 19th century. A stay at Tatran- 059 54 Vysoké Tatry – Tatranská Kotlina ská Polianka will defi nitely improve the Tatranská Kotlina Tel.: +421 52 446 76 45 health of patients suff ering from asthma Tatranská Kotlina is the most easterly Mob.: +421 918 538 301 or allergies, and return a feeling of well- and lowest situated settlement in the www.santk.sk being to them. Tatras. Th e spa sits at the foot of the [email protected] Beliansky Tatry mountain range and N 49°13‘41.34“ E 20°19‘22.55“ Tatranské Zruby despite its low altitude above sea level, Th is much sought after tourist resort with it still boasts a mountainous climate. Sanatórium Dr. Guhra Tatranské Zruby climatic spa is know fore- Th e environment of the spa is suited for 062 01 Vysoké Tatry – Tatranská Polianka most for its clean, practically allergenfree the treatment of asthma, allergies and Tel.: +421 52 442 26 51 air and beautiful surrounding nature. other respiratory diseases. Spa guest are Mob.: +421 905 321 571 treated also using a unique therapy in www.sanatoriumpolianka.sk the nearby cave Belianska jaskyňa, which [email protected] off ers a stable ambient temperature, high N 49°07‘27.75“ E 20°11‘11.19“ level of humidity and sterile allergenfree environment. A stay here with Hotel Granit klimatické kúpele breathing exercises during speleotherapy Tatranské Zruby has a favourable and benefi cial eff ect on 062 01 Vysoké Tatry – Tatranské Zruby patients’ immunity system, no matter Tel.: +421 52 442 27 51 what age. Rhinolight is phototherapy for [email protected] nasal membranes using specially fi ltered www.horezza.sk light. Th e spa enjoys excellent results N 49°10‘35.73‘‘ E 20°17‘34.81‘‘ with this clinically attested method in the treatment of hay fever.

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Kúpele Červený Kláštor Smerdžonka 059 06 Červený Kláštor 147 Červený Kláštor Spa Tel.: +421 52 482 20 06 Mob.: +421 914 338 820 [email protected] Miraculous water www.smerdzonka.eu www.kupeleck.sk N 49°23‘21.68“ E 20°25‘17.16“

One of the most modern spas in Slovakia given the name “Smerdžonka”, meaning Tips for trips can be found in the beautiful setting of stinky water. Already at the beginning Pieniny National Park, right under its of the 14th century, however, nuns used River trip on the Dunajec – cruise the dominant feature, the limestone rocky it for healing, thanks to its benefi cial river in wooden rafts, sports boats, rafts, cliff s called Tri koruny (Th e three crowns). eff ects on skin diseases and rheumatism. canoes or kayaks. You can make it back to Above all, the Smerdžonka water is anti- Červený Kláštor on foot or by bike using the Th e history of the spa dates back to fi rst infl ammatory, analgesic, antiseptic and marked trail along the River Dunajec. half of the 19th century, when a local miller keratolytic, which makes it ideal especially Červený Kláštor Museum – an insight became the fi rst to utilise the healing for the treatment of skin and neurological into the history and monastery life of the eff ects of the local water, preparing diseases, but also diseases of the mus- nun herbalists. special warm baths in his barn for himself culoskeletal apparatus and for digestive Ľubovňa Castle – a castle with a rich or other interested parties. system disorders when used in the form history, interesting architecture and rich of a drinking cure. programme during the summer season. Th e greatest treasure and the basis of Museum of Folk Architecture in Stará healthcare at Červený Kláštor Spa is the Th e surrounding picturesque countryside Ľubovňa – the fi ne displays of wooden unique naturally healing water, which is provides spa guests with a rich and architecture are complemented by regular rich in mineral substances and hydrosul- interesting choice of free time activities folklore performances. phide. Th anks to its distinct aroma, it was all year round. Kežmarok Castle – home to a museum with historical collections and expositions about the town and its environs.

Turistické informačné centrum mesta Stará Ľubovňa Námestie sv. Mikuláša 21 064 01 Stará Ľubovňa Tel.: +421 52 432 17 13 [email protected]

22 Vyšné Ružbachy Spa A unique blend of history and nature

combination of the calming natural environment and the mineral water, Kúpele Vyšné Ružbachy which contains the optimum amount of 065 02 Vyšné Ružbachy 48 calcium and magnesium with increased Tel.: +421 52 426 61 11 content of lithium, has a highly benefi cial [email protected] action on a tired and exhausted organism, www.ruzbachy.sk mind and cardiovascular system in N 49°18‘22.91‘‘ E 20°33‘03.33‘‘ today’s rushed times. Feature at the spa is the Centre for complex cardiovascular rehabilitation, the fi rst and only one of its kind in Slovakia. Tips for trips

Vyšné Ružbachy Spa spreads out over the Th e surroundings and amenities of the National parks – High Tatras and Pieniny beautiful nature at the merging point of spa grounds make for a lot of diversity. parks with all diffi culties of hiking. Tatra National Park and Pieniny National Visitors can fi nd Swiss houses here in Th e Articled Evangelical wooden church Park. Few places in Slovakia can boast the style of Alpine log architecture, the in Kežmarok – home to an organ with such a symbiosis of nature, rich history, Biely Dom built out of white travertine wooden pipes (UNESCO). architecture and natural treasures as rock in Biedermeier style, which is a copy EĽRO – the largest European folk crafts this unique spa in the north-east of the of a palace in Monte Carlo, then there is festival, held each year in July. country. the largest travertine lake in Slovakia, or Strážky Mansion – a jewel of renaissance the unique symposium of sculptures set architecture, and one of the oldest in People from the locality were making use in nature. Slovakia. of the local natural springs here in the 16th century already, alongside Polish and Hungarian nobility. Th e basis of therapy and its preventive eff ects rests in the Turistické informačné centrum unique mildly mineralised hypotonic mesta Stará Ľubovňa water with a temperature up to 26 °C. Námestie sv. Mikuláša 21 Th e healing eff ect of this natural mineral 064 01 Stará Ľubovňa carbon water is achieved by bathing, Tel.: +421 52 432 17 13 when carbon dioxide is absorbed through [email protected] the skin, boosting skin blood fl ow. Th e

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Bardejovské kúpele 086 31 Bardejovské Kúpele Bardejov Spa Tel.: +421 54 477 43 46 [email protected] www.kupele-bj.sk Oasis of health and relaxation N 49°19‘44.82‘‘ E 21°16‘16.81‘‘

Kúpeľno-liečebný ústav ministerstva vnútra Družba 086 31 Bardejovské Kúpele Tel.: +421 54 474 87 81 Bardejov Spa is set in the scenic valley Marie Louise of Austria, second wife Mob.: +421 961 845 509 below the Nízke Beskydy hills and is of Emperor Napoleon, Russian Tsar [email protected], www.klu-druzba.sk less than 80 km away from the Košice, Alexander I or Empress Elisabeth, wife N 49°19‘44.82‘‘ E 21°16‘16.81‘‘ an enchanting city with a rich history. of Franz Joseph I, known fondly as Sissi. Th e surroundings of the spa are full of interesting and unique tourist Bardejov Spa off ers you a comprehensive attractions, which you should defi nitely range of services and a tailor-made Tips for trips take time to see during your enjoyable course of spa care during any season therapeutic or relaxation stay at the spa. of the year. Drinking cures in the Bardejov – ancient Gothic town (UNESCO) indoor covered summerhouse, various with the Basilica of St. Egidius. Th e natural healing springs at Bardejov baths or inhalation therapy, all help Medzilaborce – birthplace and home to a gal- Spa have been known since the 13th in the treatment of problems with the lery of contemporary art from Andy Warhol. century and by their composition digestive system, blood circulation, as Prešov – a formal royal town with one of belong to the most important mineral well as in the treatment of movement the most beautiful synagogues in Slovakia springs in Europe. In the past, news diffi culties or women’s problems. Th e done in Moorish style and the Greek about the special healing eff ects of the spa off ers excellent conditions also for Catholic cathedral of St. John the Baptist. water here spread across Europe, also to the treatment of so-called civilisation Poloniny – national park with preserved top European nobility, and this oasis of diseases and obesity, welcoming both ancient wildwoods (UNESCO), very popular health and relaxation has been graced adult and child patients all year round. for hiking in the summer and cross-country by many historic personalities, like skiing in the winter. Th e spa provides comfortable accommo- Th e wooden churches in the Slovak part dation for guests in modern equipped of the Carpathian Arch (UNESCO) – rooms or apartments in the various spa Hervatov, Bodružal, Ladomírová, Kežmarok. buildings. Visitors also have the Wellness Spa complex at their disposal, where they can make use of pools and saunas with Turistická informačná kancelária many attractive features for young and mesta Bardejov old alike. You can enjoy your free time Kino Žriedlo with one of the many concerts, displays 086 31 Bardejovské Kúpele of traditional crafts or fencing, original Tel.: +421 54 477 44 77 folklore music evenings, walks in the [email protected] park or bike trips, for instance.

24 Kúpele Štós Štós – kúpele č. 235, 044 26 Štós Štós Spa Tel.: +421 55 466 75 32 Mob.: +421 915 102 970 [email protected] Small spa with a big impact www.kupele-stos.sk N 48°43‘14.00‘‘ E 20°47‘32.00‘‘

Tips for trips Th e unique climate of the spa, certifi ed according to Swiss classifi cation by a class Betliar Mansion – representative hunting 1, is ideal for supporting the immunity, retreat of the Andrássy family from the but foremost for the treatment of beginning of the 18th century, right at the diseases of the respiratory system, such centre of a gorgeous English park with as allergies, asthma, chronic bronchitis romantic buildings, artifi cial cave and and others. Th e eff ect of treatment is waterfall. multiplied by speleotherapy – unique Caves of Slovenský kras (Slovak Karst, therapy in the nearby natural cave UNESCO) – the largest karst territory in Jasovská jaskyňa. Th e spa has a long Central Europe with the largest number tradition with this treatment, with very of underground chambers – as many as good results, of course. 1110 caves and chasms. Accessible caves – Domica, Gombasecká jaskyňa, Ochtinská Štós Spa can be found snuggled in virgin Spa guests have a vital water world with aragonitová jaskyňa, Jasovská jaskyňa. nature at the junction of Slovenský kras pool at their disposal for the whole of City of Košice (European Capital of (Slovak karst) and the hills of Volovské their stay, where they can relax and Culture 2013) – with the gothic St. Elizabeth vrchy, thanks to which visitors fi nd pamper both mind and body. Th e grounds Cathedral in the distinctive historical square themselves in one of the cleanest and top of the spa, with a natural arboretum, with many monuments and cultural events. quality natural environments in Europe. representing a unique forest park in Th ese unique climatic and natural Europe with more than 200 types of rare conditions contribute to the excellent trees, bushes, plants and fl owers, are ideal Turisticko-informačná kancelária therapeutic eff ect. for a romantic walk or small trip. Rožňava Námestie baníkov 32, 048 01 Rožňava Štós Spa has over 130 years of history Mob.: +421 948 205 226 and it was established in connection with [email protected] the development of mining and crafts in Slovakia. Already at the turn of the Infocentrum – Moldava nad Bodvou 19th and 20th centuries the spa enjoyed Hlavná 58 great popularity and had developed 045 01 Moldava nad Bodvou a reputation not only in the territory of Tel.: +421 55 489 94 21 eastern Europe, but also throughout the [email protected] world.

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Fun and relaxation in thermal water and wellness centres

slides, whirlpool baths, water-shoots and much more, for both children and adults. Alternatively, you can take advantage of the various sporting possibilities or adrenalin attractions available.

Th e modern thermal spas and aqua parks to be found in the most picturesque corners of Slovakia, off er guests a special For some time the unique thermal springs experience, especially in the winter and mind need. Various kinds of saunas, in Slovakia have been used not solely for months – bathing in outdoor thermal herbal, honey or chocolate poultices, therapeutic procedures at spas under the pools surrounded by fairytale nature, aromatherapy, or the gentle hands of supervision of doctors. Th ey now provide shrouded in snow and with a view to skilful masseurs release and regenerate an also countless possibilities for enjoying majestic mountain peaks or hills. aching and exhausted body, will leave you a much desired break, fun and relaxation. feeling born again. You can treat yourself Get away from the hustle and bustle of to exotic Ayurveda procedures under the Are you tired after a demanding hike, daily life, throw off your worries and take guidance of an expert, or why not try from skiing all day, or from a hard week at a break from all your daily obligations. some beauty programme. Gourmets of work, and just want to relax or enjoy time Free time spent in the comforting fi ne cuisine will also not be disappointed, with some friends in a great environment? environment of wellness facilities and thanks to a rich choice of traditional You can choose from the many interesting vital worlds is exactly what your body Slovak and international specialties. spas and aqua parks all over Slovakia, which make use of the unique wealth Take advantage of any of the attractive of quality thermal and mineral waters, special off er packages we have prepared guaranteeing you many unforgettable for you, and let us take care of the rest. experiences. For more information on entertainment You should prepare also for a rich selection and free time activities, see of fun water attractions, toboggans, www.slovakia.travel

26 Slovak Tourist Board

Head Office Foreign Offices

Slovenská agentúra Czech Republic Poland pre cestovný ruch Slovenská agentura pro cestovní ruch Narodowe Centrum Turystyki Słowackiej Lamačská cesta 8 Jilská 16 ul. Krakowskie Przedmieście 47/51 811 04 Bratislava 110 00 Praha 1 00-071 Warszawa Slovenská republika Česká republika Polska Tel.: +421 2 507 008 01 Tel.: +420 224 946 082 Tel.: +48 22 827 00 09 Fax: +421 2 555 716 54 Mob.: +420 776 765 477 Kom.: +48 606 236 044 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: offi [email protected] E-mail: offi [email protected] www.slovakia.travel Hungary Austria www.sacr.sk Szlovák Idegenforgalmi Hivatal Slowakische Zentrale für Tourismus Rákoczi út 15 Opernring 1 / R / 507 H 1088 Budapest A - 1010 Wien Office Banská Bystrica Magyarország Österreich Tel.: +36 1 429 00 49 Tel.: +43 1 513 95 69 Slovenská agentúra Mob.: +36 30 434 13 68 Mob.: +43 650 911 40 90 pre cestovný ruch E-mail: offi [email protected] E-mail: offi [email protected] Nám. Ľ. Štúra 1, P. O. Box 35 974 05 Banská Bystrica Germany Russian Federation Slovenská republika Slowakische Zentrale für Tourismus Predstaviteľstvo Slovackovo Tel.: +421 48 413 61 46 Hildebrandstr. 25 Upravlenija po Turizmu E-mail: [email protected] D - 10785 Berlin Posolstvo Slovackoj Respubliky Deutschland Ul. J. Fučíka 17-19, 123 056 Moskva Tel.: +49 30 259 426 40 Rossijskaja Federacija Fax: +49 30 259 426 41 Tel.: +7 499 251 76 31 E-mail: offi [email protected] E-mail: offi [email protected]

Issued: 12/2015

Autor: Slovenská agentúra pre cestovný ruch

Text: Slovenská agentúra pre cestovný ruch

Images: archiv SACR, slovak spas and wellness

Design: Slovenská Grafia, a.s., Bratislava

Project Coordinator:

Cortes, Smith & Co. Slovakia, s.r.o., Bratislava

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