Hot springs tempt with temperature and health properties. A bath in thermal pools relaxes tense muscles and, above all, puts you in a blissful state of relaxation. A visit to the thermal baths reduces stress and physical exhaustion.
The ancient Romans knew what was good ...
More and more people appreciate relaxation in thermal baths, but the ancient Romans used them to maintain hygiene, relax and… socialize! Conversations in baths they were even treated as an obligation, and the buzz that prevailed in them at that time reminds us of modern shopping centers rather than a place of respite. Fortunately, you can find more peace in thermal pools today - but a bath in warm water full of valuable minerals invariably improves your health, well-being and appearance. When can water be called thermal? When it floats to the surface, its temperature is above 20 ° C. Then the ingredients contained in it are better absorbed by the skin and improve the functioning of the body.
Hot springs - the natural wealth of Poland!
You can take advantage of the relaxing and health benefits of thermal baths in many places in Poland. The hot springs are a natural resource and are used in an excellent way. In this respect, we are third in Europe - only Slovakia and Hungary are ahead of us. That's why it's best to choose swim suits ensuring a perfect look and feeling the beneficial power of hot springs on your own skin. We present thermal pools that you can visit.
1. Białka Tatrzańska - Terma Bania
Terma Bania is a complex of swimming pools with a water temperature of 34-38 ° C. It is obtained from a depth of up to 2500 meters. It is rich in sulfides, silica, potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron. Bathing in warm water with lots of beneficial substances helps to reduce the level of stress, headaches and insomnia. They improve blood pressure and metabolism, and additionally accelerate convalescence. Attention! This news will please women above all - a bath definitely improves the appearance of the skin.Terma Bania is distinguished by a fantastic location, because from Białka Tatrzańska there are fabulous landscapes to the Tatra peaks. With over a dozen indoor and outdoor pools, muscle pain can be soothed at any time of the year - regardless of whether it is caused by hiking or skiing.
2. Bukowina Tatrzańska - Bukovina Baths
Have you been to the Czarny Staw pod Rysami, the Czarny Gąsienicowy Pond or the Czarny Polish Pond, and now you are looking for relief for your tired legs? "Corny Staw" is waiting for you - this time in Termy Bukovina. Pools full of thermal water are named after highlander. Names such as "Bonior bassista" or "Zostawnica" sound intriguing. Bukowina Tatrzańska is only about 15 km away from Zakopane - the capital of the Tatra Mountains - so tourists can visit one of the largest thermal baths in Poland at any time. Thermal water is taken from the slope of Wysokie Wierch, from the depth of 2400 m. Its temperature remains at 30-38 ° C. It is rich in sodium, calcium, potassium, sulfur, magnesium and chromium. It has a great effect on well-being and nourishes the skin.
3. Chochołów - Chochołowskie Termy
Podhale is actually a hot spring basin. Chochołowskie Thermal Baths are another place where you can take a bath in warm, healing water. Until recently, Chochołów was associated only with the Chochołowska Valley, but now thanks to thermal baths, the village itself is getting loud. The water temperature in the pools is 36 ° C. The spacious complex consists of 30 pools and barrels with thermal water. Indoor and outdoor bathing areas are filled with sulfur water and brine. There are places for sports and recreation, but there is also a healing zone. For lovers of mountains and winter sports, it is an ideal place, because the local thermal water has a positive effect on the joints and other organs of movement. When deciding to swimsuit with a padded cup, you will feel confident no matter what form of relaxation it will use.
4. Jelenia Góra - Termy Cieplickie
Cieplice is a part of Jelenia Góra, but it has been known as a health resort since 1281, i.e. from the moment it was founded. Over time, the resort has been visited by famous personalities such as Johann Wolfgang Goethe, Prussian King Frederick William III and Queen Marysieńka. The proximity of the Karkonosze Mountains, and above all the beautiful Karpacz, from which the trail to Śnieżka leads, makes the Cieplice Thermal Baths an even more attractive place. The local hot springs can reach temperatures of up to 90 ° C. Of course, in thermal pools their temperature is reduced to the level of 27-36 ° C. Water is rich in silica, which helps to increase bone mineralization. The outdoor pools can be used at any time of the year.
5. Lądek-Zdrój - Lądeckie Baths
Lądek-Zdrój is situated among the picturesque landscapes of the Kłodzko Region. It is situated at the foot of the Złote Mountains and the Bialskie Mountains. Its climate is considered highly conducive to health, but the spa's greatest pearl is the thermal baths. Warm mineral springs have a unique composition. They contain sulfides, radon, hydrogen sulfide and fluorides. Johann Wolfgang Goethe was also a guest here, as well as personalities such as John Quincy Adams before he was appointed the sixth president of the USA. The local thermal waters counteract the development of osteoporosis and speed up recovery after fractures. They help with various types of skin problems and significantly increase its elasticity, smoothness and elasticity.
6. Mszczonów - Termy Mszczonów
Mszczonów is about 40 km away from Warsaw and is an ideal place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the capital, but it is also worth coming here from further parts of Poland. Mszczonów thermal baths are a modern complex with pools filled with water from thermal springs. Note that the water is fresh, which makes the place unique. It is obtained from a depth of 1602,5 m.
It is dominated by calcium and magnesium bicarbonates, which makes it favorable for allergy sufferers and people who want to take care of the healthy appearance of the skin. A bath in thermal water in Mszczonów will help to increase joint mobility and relieve pain. Relax in warm water full of minerals, use the salt cave or other attractions, and when you want to explore the area, take advantage of the bicycle routes running along the Bzura River. Remember that you can also take a dip in the outdoor pool in winter.
7. Lidzbark Warmiński - Warmian Baths
You can relax in warm thermal waters not only in the south and in the center of Poland. Also in the north, in Lidzbark Warmiński, there is an ideal place for people who want both tranquility and relaxation, and who value physical activity. Warmia Thermal Baths consist of a sports and recreational part. It is one of the few places in this part of the country where you can take advantage of the benefits of hot springs. The resort offers a wide range of treatments based on natural ingredients. Here you will feel how your skin and body regain vigor under the influence of treatments using herbs, spices and cranberries.
8. Poznań - Maltese Baths
The Malta Lake is an artificial reservoir located in the heart of Poznań and it was thanks to its construction that hot springs were discovered. Termy Maltańskie are situated on the very shore of the lake. Thermal water is obtained from a depth of 1306 m. Recreational and sports pools are available for guests. It is also a paradise for sauna lovers. You can use, among others from a flower bath or one of the outdoor saunas made of XNUMX-year-old Kelo wood. In addition to relaxing in brine, spa treatments in rooms inspired by the Orient await you.
9. Solec-Zdrój - Solec-Zdrój Mineral Pools
The inhabitants of the Świętokrzyskie Province can be proud of the Solec-Zdrój Mineral Pools. The thermal water that feeds them is unique due to the incredibly high content of sulfur compounds. It comes from the source "Malina". Active sulfur compounds are necessary for the proper functioning of the body. They revitalize and have a positive effect on the joints and articular cartilage. If you want to delight with a smooth skin, strong nails and shiny hair, take advantage of the brine bath in Solec-Zdrój. Sulfur is also necessary for the proper functioning of the nervous system, so staying in the pool has a soothing effect, not only because of its temperature. When visiting the thermal waters, do not wear a white swimsuit as mineral salts can color and destroy it this way. A costume is a better option zielony, in a different darker color or black.
10. Uniejów - Uniejów Thermal Baths
Termy Uniejów is waiting for those seeking relaxation in the Łódź Province. Hot water is obtained from a depth of over 2000 meters thanks to three wells. Pools with healing brine are especially recommended for people who are stressed and suffering from rheumatic ailments. Guests can use the indoor and outdoor pools. The facility is full of attractions for adults and children. Hydromassages, Turkish baths and a wellness center perfectly complement the bath in the thermal water. During your stay in Uniejów, it is worth visiting the Castle of the Archbishops of Gniezno.
