Slovenia, a heaven of healthy waters

Water is a source of life and health in Slovenia. Almost a hundred thermal-mineral springs, which surface from a depth of 1,000 metres and more below the surface, and were discovered by the Ancient Roman, are particularly beneficial. Most of them are in Pannonian Slovenia, a region stretching from the north-west to the south of Slovenia. The clean waters and air contribute not only to the development and practice of balneology, one of the oldest medical sciences related to the beneficial effects of water, but also to ancient wine production. The reliability of centuries of knowledge resulted in the modern development of the three pillars of health resort products and services – indulgence and well-being, health and medical wellness and water adventures. Slovenian natural health resorts are closely connected with the local environment and traditions, which is why they are a perfect starting point for exploring rural areas, mysterious castles and monasteries, attractive historical towns and wine cellars. Healthy waters in combination with clean air refresh the Alps and the Mediterranean, which have a special microclimate with beneficial aerosols in the air, peloids for wraps or seawater and brine. It purifies Slovenia’s healthy waters from the outside and the inside, and we can use them for baths or as drinks. World-famous waters include Donat Mg, a unique healing water with the highest magnesium content in the world, and Radenska, a natural mineral water with natural CO₂ and calcium. 

Waters for wellness, relaxation and self-care

At Slovenian natural health resorts, you can try wellness programmes for indulgence and well-being based on hundreds of years of tradition, modern approaches and renowned healing factors such as beneficial water and air. Many Slovenian natural health resorts have received awards in the fields of indulgence, relaxation and wellness.

Time for a break

It will not take much convincing for you to calm down and slow your pace, as the atmosphere and services of these health resorts invite you to focus on yourself. Wellness Orhidelia in the Terme Olimia Spa has been declared the best wellness centre in Slovenia several times.

It charms you and takes away all your worries as you enter it in a hidden corner of pristine nature in Kozjansko. You can get a new boost of energy in the world of saunas, refreshing baths and invigorating massages at Balnea Wellness in the Terme Dolenjske Toplice Spa. Regeneration and thematic wellness programmes for indulgence in the ancient Roman style await in the Terme Ptuj Spa, while Šmarješke Toplice offer detox programmes with a combination of adapted food, exercise in nature and relaxing therapies.

The healing power of nature

Laško is a honey destination and bee-friendly municipality which gave rise to honey indulgence at Thermana Laško, the first place in Slovenia to offer such treatments. Honey is a treasure of health that not only heals the inside of the body but also the outside, supplying the skin with vitamins and minerals. Their detox treatments are in accordance with traditional Ayurvedic principles, including regular meditation and yoga, and will help you to strengthen your body and spirit. The healing effects of the sea have been known for centuries. At the Talaso Strunjan Spa, you can frolic in indoor pools with therapeutic seawater and experience salt therapies.

Various wraps, peelings, massages and beverages which contain natural cleansers will help you detox at the Terme Zreče and Rimske Terme spas. In 14 Slovenian natural health resorts, you can easily adopt healthy eating habits as planned by dietitians and taste typical local dishes from nearby gardens, forests and orchards.

Waters for prevention, treatment and rehabilitation

According to folk tales, Slovenian mineral waters have numerous supernatural powers. Their healing effects are successfully put to use in numerous health resorts, where specialised medical services are provided. Individual treatment of medical conditions, rehabilitation, medical wellness programmes and preventive programmes are based on the latest medical findings and approved by international quality certificates.

The wealth of waters

One of the most exceptional mineral waters in the world is Donat Mg. This mineral water from Rogaška Slatina has the highest magnesium content in the world. It is used in health resorts to carry out healing treatments and in comprehensive detox programmes. The effects of drinking and inhaling Donat Mg on health have been well-researched. Studies confirm its favourable effects in the case of certain health problems and a protective role in health preservation.

A combination of knowledge and tradition

The Medical Centre at the Rogaška Slatina Health resort is a popular European health resort and among the leading health resorts in Slovenia. In its 400-year history, they have specialised in the treatment and alleviation of numerous chronic diseases with natural healing factors, and developed superb professional programmes that affect health, the body and the spirit. At the Terme Radenci Spa, they are pioneers in the rehabilitation of cardiovascular diseases in Slovenia. In addition to an esteemed medical centre, everyone who wants to improve their health with active break programmes will find their haven. Trees and lush vegetation hide the oldest Slovenian health resort, the Terme Dobrna Spa, which boasts over 600 years of tradition and is famous for an excellent team of medical experts focussed on alleviating and rehabilitating women’s health problems and urinary tract diseases.

Water fun for a healthy spirit

Slovenian health resorts have water parks and modern pool complexes where you can swim in all seasons, to the delight of all generations. Water adventures and fun relaxation with countless water attractions are ideal for a family break with the exploration of the surroundings being the icing on the cake.

Indulgence for the whole family and all generations

There are not many things that make children as happy as a trip to the water world. They laugh, jump and can hardly wait for the sprays, waves and slides to give them an adrenaline rush. The largest thermal water complex in Slovenia is the Thermal Riviera at the Terme Čatež Spa with adrenaline-pumping slides, a wild river, a wave pool, a tropical storm and a pirate ship for the youngest. You can enjoy a world of fun experiences at the Termalia family wellness centre at the Terme Olimia Spa, where pools, climbing walls, slides and water pistols put family-friendly fun at the forefront for all. 

One of the largest water parks in Slovenia, Terme 3000, is waiting for you at the heart of the Pomurje plains, offering fun for children, and pools with unique black thermal-mineral water or a walk along a barefoot path with four different surfaces for parents. The water world below the glass dome will captivate you at Thermana Laško, where a water amusement park for children and a recreational and massage pool with waterfalls and springs for adults will make you realise that it is never too early to enjoy a unique water park experience.