Resorts and spas from Romania at your service for your good health

• In the middle of Romania, Transylvania boasts high-roofed wooden churches, exceptional architecture and folk art, medieval towns, mysterious castles and a colourful history.
• Be seduced by the beauty of forested peaks, lush and undulating valleys, and sparkling streams.
• Enjoy the soothing water of Lake Bear – which was formed when a salt mine collapsed. The helio-thermal lake contains sapropelic mud and extremely salty water that has a therapeutic effect on gynaecological disorders.
• The high concentration of salt means you can easily float on the surface of the water.
• Enjoy spending time in Parajd, close to Sovata. Parajd has a salt mine with an underground children’s playground and ecumenical chapel. The atmosphere helps to alleviate respiratory conditions.

The spa resort of Sovata lies nestled in a hidden valley in the Carpathian Mountains. This is probably one of the most natural, un-spoilt regions left in Europe. The spa is situated right next to Lake Bear, the only 'helio-thermal' lake on the continent. At the turn of the last century, picturesque wooden villas sprang up around the lake; they are still intact today, and give the town a unique atmosphere.

Because of its high salt content (which means bathers can float effortlessly on the surface), it is often referred to as the 'Dead Sea' of Transylvania. In summer, the surface temperature is between 20-25ºC, while at a depth of 2 metres it rises to 35–40ºC; it is a wonderful experience to lie back on the lake and unwind among its beautiful surroundings. This remarkable lake with its curative salt water has attracted visitors for decades.

Sovata is the perfect base from which to see some of the best sights in Romania: Gyilkos tó (Killer Lake), Békás Szoros (Frog’s Gorge), the fairytale town of Sighișoara and Dracula’s Castle, all set in the magical Carpathian Mountains. And after a long day’s sightseeing, you can return for a heavenly soak in the saltwater lake.

NATURAL RESOURCES AND SIGNATURE TREATMENTS

Salt
The salty Lake Bear of Sovata is the only ‘helio-thermal’ lake, and its natural salt water is used as a basis for the treatments. Because of the high salt content – which makes bathers float on the surface – it is known as the ‘Dead Sea of Translyvania’.  In summer, the temperature rises to 35ºC, providing the perfect conditions for a relaxing float on the water. The salt water has a curative effect on mobility disorders and certain skin conditions, and is used for inhalation treatments. Because of its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, the mud from the lake is used for both musculoskeletal and gynaecological sterility treatments in the form of mud packs.

Signature treatment – Natural Salt Bath
Duration of treatment: 20 minutes
What to expect: A relaxing individual bath, with a ‘floating sensation’ at a temperature of 32–36ºC.
Effects: The treatment is prescribed for chronic rheumatic diseases and skin complaints, in addition to being an effective relaxation treatment.

Signature treatment – Natural Salt Inhalation 
Duration of treatment: 10–20 minutes
What to expect: Relaxing in a salt chamber whilst inhaling the healing, cleansing particles of natural salt.
Effects: The anti-bacterial salt particles help dissolve mucus and clean out the respiratory system. It treats chronic respiratory conditions, allergies or the after effects of a respiratory infection or cold.

Started by Romans and unique in Europe. Today Romania's 70 natural spas provide relief for many medical disorders and illnesses including rheumatism, endocrine, kidney, liver, respiratory, heart, stomach and nervous diseases as well as nutrition, metabolism and gynecological disorders.

Romania is home to more than one third of Europe's mineral and thermal springs. Natural factors are complemented — under attentive medical care — by physiotherapy, acupuncture, electrotherapy and medicines produced from plants.

Romania's main spas include: Mangalia, Neptun, Eforie Nord, Covasna, Slanic Moldova, Vatra Dornei, Borsec, Herculane, Buzias, Sovata, Bazna, Ocna Sibiului, Baile Felix, Tusnad, Calimanesti and Govora.

BAILE FELIX

Established in the 18th century, Baile Felix is currently Romania's largest health resort, open year-round. The thermal waters found here, very rich in oligominerals, are supplemented by sapropelic mud. This natural combination has proven helpful in easing the effects of rheumatism and some paralysis, as well as gynecological afflictions and nervous disorders.

Location: Crisana - Northwestern Romania, Bihor county)
Nearby large town: Oradea (7 miles north)
Climate: Temperate-continental, Annual average temperature: 50°F
Elevation: 448 ft.
Natural resources:Mineral thermal waters with temperatures between 105 – 120°F

Therapeutic prescriptions

Arthritis and rheumatoid disorders

Endocrine system problems

Gynecological afflictions

Nervous system disorders

Post-injury and post-operative rehabilitation

Posttraumatic afflictions

Spa facilities

Fitness and rehabilitation center

Indoor thermal swimming pool

Sauna & Jacuzzi

Treatments

Aerosols

Aqua gym in thermal water

Aromatherapy

Beauty treatments with Gerovital and Aslavital anti-aging products

Electrotherapy

Galvanic baths

Hydrotherapy

Kinetotherapy

Paraffin packing

Warm mud baths and mud applications

Nearby attractions

The city of Oradea

Where: 7 miles north
Access: car, bus
Oradea, eight miles east of the Hungarian border, is one of the most picturesque towns in western Romania, as well as an important cultural center with a state theater, puppet theater, philharmonic orchestra, libraries, and museums. At the turn of the last century, most of the town's old houses were rebuilt and customized in the then-trendy architectural style from Vienna called "Secession," featuring richly decorated facades of pale pink, blue, green and white.

There are around 100 religious sites of different denominations in Oradea, including three synagogues, the biggest Baptist church in Eastern Europe and Biserica cu Luna, a church with an astronomical clock depicting the phases of the moon. Other sites worth visiting are the Cris Ethnographic Museum, a museum housed in a large baroque palace with 365 windows, and Cetatea Oradea, a pentagonal fortress.

The city of Arad

Where: 70 miles south
Access: car, bus, train (from Oradea)

Straddling the Mures River and occupying parts of both Crisana and Banat provinces, Arad traces its history back to the 12th century. Churches and cathedrals cover four centuries, several denominations, and architectural styles ranging from baroque to neoclassic. The exciting architecture of the buildings in the city's square reflects the influence of the one-time Austrian-Hungarian occupation; most notable are the City Hall and Cenad Palace. Other sites of note include a fortress originally built by the Turks in 1550 (and rebuilt twice in the 17th and 18th centuries), the Palace of Culture and State Philharmonic House.

Bear's Cave in the Bihor Mountains (Pestera Ursilor)

Where: 57 miles southeast of Baile Felix
Access: car

The Bihor Mountains, descending from east to west, hold some of the best-hidden treasures of Romania. Explore their cave tunnels, underground waterfalls, lakes hidden from the daylight, silent forests, mysterious intermittent springs, canyons and glaciers. Caving or spelunking fans should check out the region's caves, including Chiscau — also known as "Bear's Cave" — west of the Bihor Mountains. Named after the fossil traces of the cave bear species (extinct 15,000 years ago) discovered here, it also has stalactites and stalagmites in unusual shapes, some resembling animals and castles. Guided tours of Bear's Cave are available.

BAZNA

The small village of Bazna (Baassen in German), located just outside the medieval town of Medias, was first settled in 1302.

The health spa resort, established in 1842, features a unique combination of therapeutic mud and mineral waters which produce excellent results in the treatment of rheumatic and nervous system afflictions.

Another curative element is the Bazna salt, rich in iodine and bromine.

Fast Facts

Location: Transylvania – Central Romania (Sibiu County)
Nearby large town: Medias (10 miles southeast)
Climate: Temperate Annual average temperature: 48°F
Elevation: 1024 ft.
Natural resources: Concentrated mineral waters Therapeutic mud

Therapeutic prescriptions

Ear, nose & throat afflictions

Endocrine system problems

Arthritis and rheumatoid disorders

Post trauma paresis and paralysis

Stress-related disorders

Spa facilities

Fitness and rehabilitation center

Indoor thermal swimming pool with Bazna salt water

Massage

Sauna

Treatments

Galvanic baths

Hydrotherapy

Kinetotherapy

Mineral water baths

Mud applications

Nearby attractions

Medieval town of Medias

Where: 10 miles southeast of Bazna
Access: car, bus, train (from Medias)

During the Middle Ages, Medias, like most other towns in Transylvania, was strongly fortified. Its 33 craft guilds built, maintained and defended the bastions of the walled city against invading forces. The fortified church of St. Margaret represented the core around which the citadel gradually developed. The center of the ancient settlement of Medias has maintained a medieval feel with narrow winding lanes, centuries-old houses and a large pedestrian square surrounded by colorful facades

The Fortified Church at Valea Viilor

Location: 15 miles south of Bazna
Access: car

Located in the Vineyards Valley, this fortified church was built in 1263 in gothic style and was enlarged and fortified in the 15th and 16th centuries by adding a range of 26-feet-tall and five-feet- wide walls. Inside, you can admire Saxon furniture dating from the 16th century.

Tarnave Vineyard & Jidvei Winery

Where: 15 miles west of Bazna
Address: Str. Unirii 9, Jidvei, Alba County
Telephone: 0258 881.881
Access: car

The Tarnave vineyard in Transylvania is one of Romania's major white wine producers. With its cool climate and slopes that stretch from the Tarnava Mare (Large Tarnava) to the Tarnava Mica (Small Tarnava) rivers, the region is ideal for fruity white grapes with a very good acidity. The area has a long tradition of producing excellent dry and medium-dry wines such as Feteasca Alba, Feteasca Regala, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscat Ottonel, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Traminer.

Although wooden tools have been replaced by modern winepresses and state of the art technology, grape picking, the control of fermentation, clarity, stability, the storage and maturation of wine are all carried out according to a special set of rules handed down from generation to generation. There are also traditions of wine making in some of the Saxon villages in this region, with small vineyards producing must (new wine) for the larger wineries.

Jidvei Winery

Wine and champagne tasting is offered at the 16th century Bethlen Castle in Cetatea de Balta, located between Tarnaveni and Blaj.

The Fortified Church at Biertan

Where: 22 miles south east of Bazna
Access: car
In the nearby countryside, 13th century Biertan, a UNESCO World Heritage town, stands high on a hill, enclosed by walls more than 35 feet high. The most famous of the fortified churches, Biertan was the seat of the Lutheran bishops from 1527 to 1867.

Medieval town of Sighisoara (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Where: 30 miles east of Bazna
Access: car, bus, train (from Medias)
Transylvania is also home to the exquisite medieval town of Sighisoara (find out more about Sighisoara), a perfectly intact 15th century gem with nine towers, narrow passageways and cobbled streets, burgher houses and ornate churches. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sighisoara is also the birthplace of Vlad Dracula, nicknamed Vlad the Impaler (Vlad Tepes), ruler of Walachia from 1456 to 1462. It was Vlad who inspired Bram Stoker's fictional creation, Count Dracula. His house is just one of many attractions here. Others include: the Church on the Hill, with its 500-year-old frescoes; the Church of the Dominican Monastery, known for its Transylvanian Renaissance carved altarpiece, baroque painted pulpit, Oriental carpets and 17th century organ; and the Venetian House, built in the 13th century. In the nearby countryside, another UNESCO World Heritage town, 13th century Biertan, stands high on a hill as one of the largest and most impressive medieval strongholds in Transylvania.

The Fortified Church at Saschiz (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Where: 40 miles east of Bazna
Access: car
Saschiz is renowned not only as home to one of Transylvania's finest fortified churches but also as a carpentry and wood-painting center. It was here that Saschiz blue pottery was born in 1702.

The Evangelical Church of Saschiz was built between 1493 and 1496 by Saxon colonists. The monument is very impressive due to its sheer size and the way the fortifying elements have been adapted to the shape of a church building. From the outside, the church appears to be a bulwark, but its defensive role is surpassed by the beauty of its gothic elements: huge arches, massive buttresses and decorative stone and brick aspects. Due to the significant distance between the center of the village and the hill on which a Saxon fortress was built in 1496, the fortified Evangelical church became the main refuge for the inhabitants of Saschiz during invading raids.

Medieval town of Sibiu

Where: 43 miles south of Bazna
Access: car, bus, train (from Medias)

Designated European Capital of Culture in 2007, Sibiu (find out more about Sibiu) retains the grandeur of its earlier days when rich and powerful guilds dominated regional trade. Explore the old city center with its upper town, home to most of Sibiu's historic sites, and lower town, lined with colorful houses on cobblestone streets and bounded by imposing city walls and defense towers overlooking the river Cibin.

EFORIE NORD

Eforie Nord is located on the Romanian Black Sea coast, nearby Lake Techirghiol, whose waters have long been held as cure for arthritic, rheumatic, internal and nervous system disorders.

The waters of Lake Techirghiol are five times saltier than the sea.

Eforie Nord was established in 1894, when a clinic first opened here.
Later, under the patronage of King Carol I (1839 – 1914), a health resort sprang up. Besides the sea air and sun, another curative factor is the rich, black, sapropelic mud – knows locally as namol – from Techirghiol Lake.
Today, Eforie Nord treatments include mud baths as well as world-famous Gerovital and Aslavital original rejuvenation treatments.

Fast Facts

Location:Dobrogea - Southeastern Romania Constanta County)
Nearby large town: Constanta (7 miles north)
Climate: Continental climate with hot summers. Annual average temperature: 50°F20
Elevation: 65 ft.
Natural resources: Concentrated salty water from Techirghiol Lake, Sapropelic mud from Techirghiol Lake, Saline aerosols and heliotherapy.

Therapeutic prescriptions

Arthritis and rheumatoid disorders

Breathing and cardiovascular afflictions

Endocrine system problems (hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism)

Gynecological afflictions

Nervous system disorders

Peripheral nerve diseases

Skin problems

Spa facilities

Beauty spa

Fitness and rehabilitation centre

Indoor and outdoor pools with water brought from Lake Techirghiol or seawater

Jacuzzi & sauna

Massage

Treatments

Aerosols

Electrotherapy

Gerovital and Aslavital treatments

Hydrotherapy

Kinotherapy

Thalassotherapy

Warm baths with concentrated salty water from Techirghiol Lake

Warm mud baths and mud applications

Nearby attractions

The city of Constanta

Where: 7 miles north of Eforie Nord
Access: car bus, train

The city of Mangalia

Where: 20 miles south of Eforie Nord
Access: car, bus, train

Built on the site where the city of Callatis stood 2,400 years ago and where ancient stone tombs, statues of gods and other artifacts have been found, Mangalia provides treatments for afflictions related to the kidneys, digestive and nervous systems, skin and liver. Its name comes from the Byzantine word Pangalia, meaning "the most beautiful," and it developed as a spa resort after the Second World War.

While in Mangalia, you can visit the Callatis Archeological Museum, the ruins of the Callatis Fortress (7th century BC), the Syrian Basilica and the 16th century Esmahan Sultan Mosque, the oldest mosque in Romania.

Murfatlar Vineyards

Where: 23 miles northwest of Eforie Nord
Access: car
Web: More than 300 days of sunshine a year, long and warm autumns and cool winds from the Black Sea make this region ideal for the production of sweet dessert wines such as late harvest Chardonnay and Pinot Gris. At the Murfatlar Vineyard, you can enjoy traditional dishes from the Dobrogea region and sample some of the finest wines, such as the award-winning Lacrima lui Ovidiu, 3 Hectare Limited Edition, Sec de Murfatlar and Rai de Murfatlar, while taking in the picturesque landscape from the wine cellar's terrace. Complete the tour with a visit to the Vine and Wine Museum, located near the wine cellar. On display, you will find ancient Greek and Roman amphorae and an impressive collection of wine presses, proof of Dobrogea's noble wine-making tradition.

Tulcea & the Danube Delta

(UNESCO Heritage Site) 
Where: 85miles north of Eforie Nord
Access: car, bus, train (with transfer in Medgidia

Visit Tulcea, one of the oldest cities in Romania, and continue with an exploration of the Danube Delta, one of Europe's leading wildlife sanctuaries. The Delta is a 2,200-square-mile wildlife reserve designated by UNESCO as a 'Reservation of the Biosphere'. Its tree-fringed lakes, reed islands, marshes and oak forests are home to more than 3,400 animal species, along with over a thousand varieties of plant life. The Delta's waters teem with some 160 species of fresh- and salt-water fish. Bird-watchers will be especially enthralled here, with opportunities to spot more than 300 species of migratory and permanent birds including eagles, egrets, vultures, geese, cranes, ibises, cormorants, swans and pelicans.

MANGALIA SPA

Built on the site where the city of Callatis stood 2,400 years ago and where ancient stone tombs, statues of gods and other artifacts have been found, Mangalia provides treatments for afflictions related to the kidneys, digestive and nervous systems, skin and liver. Its name comes from the Byzantine word Pangalia, meaning "the most beautiful," and it developed as a spa resort in the 1940s.

The southernmost Romanian town on the Black Sea Coast, situated at the same latitude as the French city Nisa, benefits by many natural resources: sapropelic mud from Techirghiol Lake, sea water, sulphurous waters, and a marine bioclimate, rich in saline aerosols and solar radiation, which stimulate the human organism.

While in Mangalia, you can visit the Callatis Archeological Museum, the ruins of the Callatis Fortress (7th century BC), the Syrian Basilica and the 16th century Esmahan Sultan Mosque, the oldest mosque in Romania.

Romania(Constanta County)
Nearby large town: Constanta (27 miles north)
Climate: Continental climate with hot summers
Annual average temperature: 50°F
Elevation: 32 ft.
Natural resources: Saline aerosols, Sapropelic mud, Seawater, Sulphurous - hypotonic thermal springs

Therapeutic prescriptions

Arthritis and rheumatoid disorders

Endocrine system problems (hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism)

Gynecological afflictions

Kidney and urinary diseases

Peripheral nerve diseases

Post-injury and post-operative rehabilitation

Respiratory afflictions

Skin problems

Spa facilities

Indoor thermal swimming pool

Sauna

Fitness and rehabilitation centre

Treatments

Acupuncture

Aero heliotherapy and wave therapy

Aerosols

Aqua gym in thermal water

Electrotherapy

Hydrotherapy

Kinotherapy

Medical gymnastics in sea water or sulphurous water pool

Ozonised thermal bath with underwater massage

Pellamar and Gerovital anti-aging treatments

Warm mud baths and mud applications

Nearby attractions

The city of Constanta

Where: 27 miles north of Mangalia
Access: car bus, train
Murfatlar Vineyards

Where: 43 miles northwest of Mangalia
Access: car
More than 300 days of sunshine a year, long and warm autumns and cool winds from the Black Sea make this region ideal for the production of sweet dessert wines such as late harvest Chardonnay and Pinot Gris. At the Murfatlar Vineyard, you can enjoy traditional dishes from the Dobrogea region and sample some of the finest wines, such as the award-winning Lacrima lui Ovidiu, 3 Hectare Limited Edition, Sec de Murfatlar and Rai de Murfatlar, while taking in the picturesque landscape from the wine cellar's terrace. Complete the tour with a visit to the Vine and Wine Museum, located near the wine cellar. On display, you will find ancient Greek and Roman amphorae and an impressive collection of wine presses, proof of Dobrogea's noble wine-making tradition.

Tulcea & the Danube Delta

(UNESCO Heritage Site) 
Where: 105 miles north of Eforie Nord
Access: car, bus, train (with transfer in Constanta and then Medgidia)
Visit Tulcea, one of the oldest cities in Romania, and continue with an exploration of the Danube Delta, one of Europe's leading wildlife sanctuaries. The Delta is a 2,200-square-mile wildlife reserve designated by UNESCO as a 'Reservation of the Biosphere'. Its tree-fringed lakes, reed islands, marshes and oak forests are home to more than 3,400 animal species, along with over a thousand varieties of plant life. The Delta's waters teem with some 160 species of fresh- and salt-water fish. Bird-watchers will be especially enthralled here, with opportunities to spot more than 300 species of migratory and permanent birds including eagles, egrets, vultures, geese, cranes, ibises, cormorants, swans and pelicans.

OCNA SIBIULUI SPA

Mud packing, aerosols treatments and salt water baths in lakes created after several old salt mines had been inundated, have been used here successfully in the treatment of rheumatic, dermatological, endocrine and gynecological afflictions, as well as asthma.

Fast Facts

Location:Transylvania – Central Romania (Sibiu County)
Nearby large town: Sibiu (9 miles south)
Climate: Temperate Annual average temperature: 48°F
Elevation: 1280 ft.
Natural resources: Salt lake, Mineral waters, Sapropelic mud

Therapeutic prescriptions

Arthritis and rheumatoid disorders.

Post trauma paresis and paralysis rehabilitation.

Spa facilities

Fitness and rehabilitation centre

Indoor and outdoor swimming pools

Sauna & Jacuzzi

Treatments

Electrotherapy

Hydrotherapy

Kinotherapy

Massage

Thermotherapy

Nearby attractions

Medieval town of Sibiu

Where: 9 miles south of Ocna Sibiului
Access: car, bus, train

Marginimea Sibiului

Access: Local trains from Sibiu to Sebes stop at Sibiel (25 minutes), Saliste (35 minutes) and Miercurea Sibiului (1 ¼ hours).

One scene among the Saliste church's frescoes remains covered at all times. It depicts the devil surrounded by naked human bodies, a subject the villagers consider too obscene to be displayed. Tourists, however, can take a look upon request.

Located at the foothills of the Cindrel Mountains, a half-hour drive from Sibiu, this region is considered one of Transylvania's best-preserved ethnographic areas. Marginimea Sibiului, meaning Borders of Sibiu, encompasses astring of 18 villages*, rich in architecture, history and heritage. Age-old traditions, customs and celebrations, as well as the traditional occupation of sheepherding, have been carefully passed down from generation to generation in the villages of this area.

* The 18 villages are: Boita, Sadu, Raul Sadului, Talmaciu, Talmacel. Rasinari, Poplaca, Gura Raului, Orlat, Fantanele, Sibiel, Vale, Saliste, Gales, Tilisca, Rod, Poiana Sibiului and Jina.

Rasinari, dating to 1204, is the oldest, followed by Talmaciu (1318), Orlat (1322) and Saliste(1354). Saliste claims the oldest church, housing beautiful interior frescoes (1674), while Poiana Sibiului's wooden church was built in 1771.

GOVORA  SPAS
Govora resort is located at the lowland of Capatanii Mountains, at an altitude of 300 m.

Resort of national interest,  Baile Govora was attested in 1910, the springs was discovered in 1876 when Gheorghe Ciurea dig a pit in which discovered hot water, salt water, iodine and mud.

Natural cure factors: mineral iodine, bromine, sulfur, chlorine, sodium, hypotonic, calcium and bicarbonate.

Diseases that can be treated in Baile Govora:

Respiratory
Rheumatic
Posttraumatic
Neurological
Gynecological
Endocrine
Cardiovascular
Allergic

These indications have a general character, in each case is required the specialists' recommendation.

Treatment consists of warm baths with mineral water, hot mud applications, aerotherapy, physiotherapy, pneumatic  rooms, electrotherapy, hydrotherapy, kinesiology and medical gymnastics.

Tourist attractions:

Govora Monastery

Surpatele Monastery

Monastery From a Wood

Salt mine of Ocnele Mari

Hurezi Monastery 
Concretions Museum

Complex Museum of Maldaresti

Church of St. Nicholas and St. Voivodes

Bistrita Monastery

Bistrita Canyon

Arnota Monastery 

Iezer Monastery 

Cozia Monastery

Ostrov Skete

Roman camp Arutela

Turnu Monastery

Stanisoara Monastery 

Lotrisor Waterfall 
The development of agro-tourism hotels and chalets makes the Baile Govora resort to be a recreational place, as they say, a "green" tourism.

In Baile Govora you can experience horse riding (riding), hiking, cycling, fishing, or you can enjoy the nature in its splendor. 

TUSNAD  SPAS

The bathing resorts of Tusnad are located in the southern region of the Ciuc Basin, at an altitude of 650 meters, between the Harghita Mountains and Bodoc Mountains. The resorts are situated in an incredibly picturesque location filled with ozonic air rich in aerosols and negative ions which create a heavy alpine climate.

Many people come here for the thermal waters to recover from stressful nervous breakdowns. As the average annual temperature is 8°C with 17.5°C in the summer and -7°C in the winter season. The winters are usually quite cold but ideal vacation destinationfor winter sports enthusiasts.

Healing thermal waters of Tusnad

The thermal waters at Tusnad are recommended for those with cardio-vascular illnesses and for those who have problems with the nervous system. There are 44 natural springs at Tusnad of which four are used for external cures: the springs of Stanescu, Mikes, Ileana and Apor. You can find accommodation at the Hotel Ciucas where you can rent a room or a three star apartment includingwellness, basic treatments, bar and restaurant and make use of the conference room as well.

At Baile(Baths) Tusnad

Internal cures include the treatments of digestive and metabolic diseases. The waters are also used for curing cardio vascular complaints, circular disorders, rheumatism and other illnesses. The resorts of Tusnad offer basic treatments with bubble baths, hydro-therapy, medical gymnastics and electro-therapy. The complex has 40 tubs and can treat 800 patients per day. There is also an outdoor basin as well. Enjoy a week of pampering and relaxation at Tusnad bathing resorts.

A little bit of history

There are some written proves about the existence of the thermal waters of Tusnad which dated back to the second half of the 18^th century. The documents talk about the healing effects of the thermal springs and about the fact that people from the surrounding villages came here to cure their illnesses.

Clean water at Tusnad

Tusnad, also called “Pearl of the Ardeal”, is one of the most beautiful bathing resorts in the country of Romania. The touristic activities in the town of Tusnad have started in the middle of the 19^th century and since then it keeps blooming.

Sights around Tusnad

There are many sights and touristic locations in the region which are well worth visiting. Visit the unique volcanic lake of St.Ana located about 25 kilometers from the resort and the Red Lake, the largest natural barrage lake in Romania.

Saint Anna Lake

Romania has many churches all over the country of which many can be found around Tusnad. We recommend you to visit Franciscan church at Sumuleu built in Baroque style, the gothic style reformate church in Sfantu Gheorghe and the Orthodox monastery of St. Proroc in Toplita. For culture lovers we suggest the ethnographic museum at Miercurea Ciuc, the Szekler Monument at Siculeni and the forts and castles in Carta, Odorheiu Secuiesc and Lazarea.It is a leisure complex, which meets all the conditions of art wellness center, is an ideal destination for spending time in any season and age.

The maximum capacity of the clients who use the services unit at one time is 200 people.

Wellness Tusnad has:
- children's pool,
- jacuzzi,
- swimming pool,
- pool with thermal water ( covered and open),
- warm water pool with whirlpool features
- Block wellness / Finnish sauna, steam bath, infrared saunas, recreation space, salt room, massage salon / bar and buffet.

Boghis is a little town in the county of Salaj which is extremely rich in touristic, natural, cultural and historical attractions. Choose the best means of transport: car, bus, train or a sea vessel. Around Boghis you can enjoy a large variety of activities. Among the top activities of course we can mention the thermal baths and resorts of Boghis which offer several services to all visitors. Find accommodation in the towns of Salaj or Zalau located nearby and enjoy a pleasant holiday bathing in the thermal waters of Boghis and visiting its surrounding region. Start with strolling around Meses Mountains or visiting the fort of Porolissum.

Thermal bath resort of Boghis

The thermal bath resort of Boghis is located in the northwestern region of Romania, in the town of Boghis, Salaj County, in the Basin of Barcau. The most important major cities close to Boghis Baths are Cluj, situated at a distance of about 135 kilometers, Zalau 45 kilometers away and Simleu-Silvaniei 15 kilometers away.

Park at Baile Boghis

Due to its thermo-mineral waters, picturesque location, terrain, lovely landscapes and nice climate Boghis is visited by many tourists. Studies show that the resort of Boghis is located in a setting with no polluting factors. The average annual temperature is +10.3°C with a minimum of -1.2°C in January and a maximum of 25.3°C in July. In general humidity is about 60% in the summer season while it is 85% tops during the winter season.

Services

The thermal baths offer a large variety of services including curative treatments and others. The hotel of the resort has an indoor pool, 13 cabins with bath tubs and two outdoor pools in the middle of nature.

Treatments at Baile Boghis

Depending on the actual season you can choose from several kinds of accommodation options. The hotel has 35 rooms available all year round which take in a maximum of 104 people and there are 28 bungalows for maximum 56 people. During the summer season you can truly experience nature as you have the possibility to use one of the 25 camping posts. The camping area takes in about 148 people.

The local restaurant

The local restaurant at Boghis can cater 180 people with incredibly delicious and healthy meals. The menu includes ecological preparations, which lack chemical fats and toxins. Savor and enjoy the best courses of Romanian and international cuisine.

Baile Boghis restaurant

In the summer season you can consume your meals outside in the fresh air on the roofed patio near the restaurant or on the other two terraces next to the outdoor pools. 


GEOAGIU  SPAS

GEOAGIU-BAI, all-season resort of national importance, situated in west - central Romania, within the purview of commune Geoagiu (Hunedorara county), in a small depression between the last ramifications of the Apuseni Mountains (Western Carpathians), elevation 350 m, 46 km NE of the municipality of Deva (seat of Hunedoara county). Moderate intramontane-depression climate which is sedative- indifferent, a bracing climate with mild winters (January average temperature 2°c below) and pleasant summers (July average around 20°C). Annual average temperature 9.8°C. Besides the favourable climatic factors, the many springs with bicarbonated, calcic, magnesian, slightly radioactive, slightly carbogaseous, mesothermal (29-33°C), hypotonic mineral waters account for the renown of the resort.

It is recommended in the treatment of degenerative and abarticular rheumatic diseases (spondylosis, arthrosis, polyarthrosis, tendonitis, tendomysitis, scapulohumeral periarthritis), peripheral neurological disorders (light pareses, sequels after poliomeyelitis, enuritis), gynecological diseases (minor pubertal and menopausal troubles) etc. Internal cures are effectual in gastroduodenal diseases (gastritis, ulcers), hepatobiliary, kidney diseases (microlithiasis, mild infections) etc. Treatment opportunities: air therapy, facilities for warm mineral-water baths in tubs and pools, for applications of warm mud, hydro-electro-photo- and thermotherapy, herb baths, In summers, an outdoor thermal-water pool (30 C) is open. The resort has been known since the time of the Romans when in was first called Germisara and then Thermae Dodonae. Testimony to the intensive activity in those times was provided by the unearthing of the statues dedicated to Aesculapius (Asklepios) and Hygeia.

HERCULANE  BATHS-SPAS

Baile Herculane is a spectacular bathing resort located in the southwestern region of the country of Romania, in the county of Caras Severin. The location is in an altitude of about 168 meters in the picturesque Cernei Valley, which makes part of the Cernei-Domogled Valley National Park.

Baile Herculane has a long history for the resort is in function since the 1850s which makes it one of the oldest touristic stations around the world. The resort is he only Romanian touristic stationwhich to this day kept the characteristics of another area, notably some features from the age of the Roman Empire.

Ancient history

As Romania in the past was part of the Roman Empire there are remains of the specific era which are still visible today. The Romans were always famous for their baths and statues which were constructed as an acknowledgement for the gods’ healing and mercy, especially Hercules, the most popular hero of the ancient times and also the protector of Baile Herculane. Lately more and more tourists are attracted to this resort with Mediterranean influents which has an interesting history and offers healing for the both the body and soul.

Hercules Statue

Relaxation and medical center

Being an important medical center, Baile Herculane offers a modern and special treatment base where the main therapeutic factor is considered to be the abundance of sulfurous springs and thermo-minerals. These minerals are recommended as external and internal cure treatments for rheumatism.

Cernei-Domogled Valley National Park

External and internal treatments

The mineral containing waters of Baile Herculane are proven to cure external diseases such as skin diseases, peripheral neural system illnesses, articulator- and muscle pains lead intoxications, respiratory problems and gynecological complaints. They are also good for digestive problems, nutrition diseases and some urinal or kidney illnesses.

The view

Baile Herculane is not only a place of healing where your body gets refreshed. It is also a location with blissful and unique natural beauty. There are several excursion and trip opportunities which take you to different touristic tracks and paths in the area.

Cerna valley

Accommodation options

Being an important touristic location, Baile Herculane offers several accommodation options: hotels, motels, pensions, apartments, villas and private houses. In the main seasons there are special offers. Spend a blasting time at Baile Herculane with you family or friends. There are several bars, restaurants, baths and parks where you can spend you days and evenings.

At Baile Herculane, which offers a modern treatment base, you can treat and pamper yourself in thermal waters, internal cures and many relaxation treatments. The station has all the latest physiotherapeutic installations (both electric and hydrotherapeutic), mineral water aerosol instalations, massage treatments and many others.

All bathing instalations are equipped in bathtubs and basins which are made out of red or white marble, plastic material or antiacid tiles. Some are the remains of older times while others were constructed in our days. Some bathing resorts are very old and valuable from architetctural and historical perspective and are considered as monuments.  All the same they all there for the restoration of your physical health.

Bath of strength – the Roman bath

The Roman Bath is a wonderful bathing resort which sometimes is mentioned as bath of Hercules or the bath of strength. The resort was constructed and developed in 1838 on a previously existent wooden construction from 1792. The first establishment had 16 cabins and 4 basins made out of red marble. The water was cooled down and accumulated in two basins and the waiting room had a fountain for internal cures.

When building the new resort the builders kept 4 cabins and the 2 basins of the former construction. From the basin in the south you can admire a statue of Hercules sculpted in a cliff which is a legacy left here by the Romans. During the restoration in 1724-37 several signs were found which denote the fact that the spring was used by the Romans. Together with the Roman bath another fountain was constructed called the Spring of Healing. Today this spring gives place to the springs of Hygeea and II Hercules.

The Roman Complex

Hotel Roman

The Roman complex is one of the most notable and significant constructions which the Roman civilization has created and left behind in Romania. In this resort treatments use two kinds of waters: Hercules I, which contains calcium and sodium chloride, and Neptune I+VI, containing calcium, sodium chloride and sulfur. These baths take place in 8 cabins in plastic bathtubs or basins tiled with ant acidic tiles. Five of these cabins contain salted water and three others are filled with sulfurous water. One of the sulfurous water basins is used for physical therapy. The hotel is also equipped with a pool that can take in 100 people, a sauna, a cabin for acupuncture and aero- and heliotherapy platforms.

Baile Herculane treatment

Apollo bathing resort

The Apollo bathing resort, or so called common bath, is located in front of a catholic chapel and is one of the very first baths constructed in the area. This is the place where many if the Roman springs and the temple of Hercules was discovered. This resort used not only its own springs but sometimes the water was carried here from Despicatura spring and the Roman complex. During the 18^th century many Roman antiquities were found and discovered here. Visit Baile Hericulane and enjoy the best health and most ancient treatments in Romania.

SANGEORGIU   DE  MURES

MONEASA  BATHS AND SPA

Moneasa town, from Arad county, is located at the foot of Codru-Moma Mountains, at 128m altitude and 102 km away from Arad city. Crossed by the upper stream of the Moneasa river, hidden deep in the forest, along the main valley, surrounded by mountain cliffs covered by a rich and diverse forest vegetation, Moneasa finds itself in a rare beauty scenery.

The first recognition of the Moneasa commune dates back in the 24^th of April 1597, when it was a part of the Dezna domains. Dezna had already been a fortress back in 1318, having been the property of the Losonczy family and of the Turks. It was then that the Turks built a couple of baths in Moneasa, due to the thermal springs in the area.In 1565, the Sultan Suleiman donates the Dezna fortress and domains to the Prince Ioan Sigismund who, in turn, donates them to Bebek Gheorghe. In 1593 the war against the Turks starts. Prince Sigismund Bathory donates to Kornis Gaspar de Goncz-Rusca  the Dezna fortress and domains, together with the thermal springs and iron deposits from Moneasa. In 1633, the fortress and domain are successively taken by Bethlen Gavril, Keresztesy Paul and, on the 1^st of November 1633, prince Rakoczy Gheorghe the 1^st donates the fortress and Kornis Sigismund‘s domain.

Dezna fortress and domain are conquered on the 15^th of October 1658 by the Vizir of Buda’s Turks, who destroy the fortress.In the first years of the 18^th century, duke Mutina finds interest in the iron deposits on his domain and he builds primitive melting houses and mill machines for pounding the ore. In 1804, Iosif, baron Nevery Alexa de Gyula Varsand’s brother, inherits Moneasa, and continues the exploitation of iron ore and limestone.In 1847, baths for leisure and treatment are built near the thermal springs from Moneasa. In 1865, Doctor Nendtvich Carol analyzes the thermal springs from Moneasa for the first time.

On the 14^th of August 1893, the narrow railway connecting Moneasa and Sebis is put to use, leading to a development of the mining industry (iron, marble, limestone) and promoting the resort’s development.

On the 13^th of May 1898, Moneasa receives the recognition as a balneary resort from the Royal Hungarian Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Cure factors and therapeutic indications

Natural therapeutic factors:Oligo, mesothermal, bicarbonate, calcium, magnesium, sodium mineral waters. These have a temperature of 24-32 Celsius degrees and a total mineralization of 0.190.27 g/l;

Therapeutic indications: conditions of the locomotory system (inflammatorydegenerativerheumatisms, abarticular rheumatisms, post-traumatic stress); peripheral and central neurological disorders; chronic gynecological conditions; asthenic neurosis; associated disorders (metabolic and nutrition disorders)

PUCIOASA   RESORT AND WELLNESS 

THERE ARE TWO  LOCATIONS  CALLED PUCIOASA; ONE IN DAMBOVITA COUNTY AND THE OTHER IN HARGHITA COUNTY.

Puciuoasa is a city that belongs to Dambovita County.

It is located on the middle course of Ialomita valley, at 20 km from Targoviste, in the sub - Carpathian hills area, whose height is slightly above 600 meters. The town of Pucioasa is located in the central hilly area of Dambovita County, at 81 km from the southern border and 42 km from the northern limit.

It lies at a distance approximately equal from Bucharest and Brasov, about 100 km away of each. It borders to the north area with the commune of Motaieni, the town of Fieni and the village of Bezdead (Magura), to the with Branesti village, Laculete village, to the east with Varfuri, Valea Lunga and Glodeni villages and to the west with Vulcana Bai.

Pucioasa was formed around 1760 by merging the settlements of Serbanesti with Podurile de Jos and Podurile de Sus and with Zarafoaia village. The settlement first appeared on an Austrian map 1791, and then in 1835 on a Russian map. In 1873, the academician Bernarth Ledwai Alfred makes known the healing waters of Pucioasa at the Vienna exhibition. After 1828, the settlement was developed as a spa resort, taking the name of “Pucioasa”. Since the discovery of such mineral waters, the interest in their use has increased steadily, after their effects have been touted by a number of doctors, chemists and Romanian or foreign visitors.

The balneary tourism is the most important branch of the economy.

In Pucioasa were discovered sulfur springs, which have been exploited since the nineteenth century.

Due to some unique cure factors, such as the sulfurous waters with the highest concentration in the whole country, the resort was developed in the field of external cures, such as rheumatic, inflammatory, degenerative, posttraumatic sequelae of hands and feet. The baths from Pucioasa resort are recommended against many other diseases, such as:

- peripheral neurological disorders;

- central nervous system disorders;

- gynecological disorders;

- respiratory disorders;

- ENT DISORDERS

Pucioasa Spa - Sântimbru (Szentimrei Büdösfürdő)

Local health-resort, west from Sâncrăieni in Southern Harghita mountains, at 1250-1350 m above sea level. Famous for volcanic gas emanations, used in mofettas.

Accesspoints

On railroad line 400, between Braşov and Ciceu, station Sâncrăieni, and with local buses 14 west from there on country road.

Mineral waters

Low mineralized carbonated water springs (around 15), with yields around 1 l/sec at temperature below +12 C degrees. Used as table waters.

Therapeutical recommendations

The mineral waters are recommended for the following diseases:

• Diuresis
• Symple anemies
• Dispepsis (hipostenic/hipoacidic)
• Chronical gastritis (hipoacidic/normoacidic)

As baths are recommended in:

• Arterial hypertension
• Rheumatic arthritis
• Neurasthenias
• Vascular system
• Chronical inflammations

Moffettas

More, than 10 volcanic gas emanations are known in the zone, many of them are regularly used in moffettas: Vermet valley, Aladar, Pârâului Mare.

Chemical composition:

• CO₂ 14 - 99%
• N₂ 0 - 79%
• H₂S 0,41%
• O₂ 0 - 10%
Radioactivity resulted from the radon (Rn 222) in the gas is 0,340 nci/litru.

Therapeutical recommendations

• Heart diseases
• Nervous system
• Cardio-vascular system
• Diseases of the peripheral nervous system
• Diseases of the locomotory system

Medical facilities

Medical facility with minimal assistance, warm baths with 12 bathtubes.

Accomodation and catering

In a few lodges a total of 74 places in the summer. Eventually in one of many self-ovned lodges.