Therapies
The drinking cure is the oldest and best-known treatment: in Karlovy Vary, 13 thermal springs flow at 30 to 73 degrees Celsius — the water is drunk directly at the source in traditional porcelain cups, 200 to 250 ml per dose, two to three times daily. Mariánské Lázně offers 40 cold CO₂ mineral springs that act as a diuretic and help with kidney conditions. Rogaška Slatina has Donat-Mg with 1,000 mg/l magnesium.
Moor packs and mud baths have an anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effect on joint conditions — Františkovy Lázně and Mariánské Lázně lead in moor therapy with natural iron moor at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius for 15 to 20 minutes. CO₂ baths dilate blood vessels and lower blood pressure in Mariánské Lázně and Poděbrady at 32 to 34 degrees Celsius. Fango therapy in Abano Terme uses mineral-rich volcanic healing mud with natural corticosteroids at 45 to 50 degrees Celsius. Radon baths in Jáchymov and Bad Flinsberg help with rheumatic conditions. Inhalations with Vincentka mineral water in Luhačovice treat asthma and bronchitis. Each treatment is performed 2 to 3 times daily over 14 to 21 days under expert care. Book without prepayment.
Drinking Cure — Oldest Treatment
In Karlovy Vary, 13 thermal springs flow at 30 to 73 degrees Celsius — the water is drunk directly at the source in traditional porcelain cups, 200 to 250 ml per dose, two to three times daily. Mariánské Lázně offers 40 cold CO₂ mineral springs that act as a diuretic and help with kidney conditions. Rogaška Slatina in Slovenia has Donat-Mg with 1,000 mg/l magnesium — the best magnesium mineral water in the world, ideal for metabolic disorders.
Moor Packs, Thermal Baths & Fango
Moor packs at 40 to 45 degrees Celsius for 15 to 20 minutes have a strong anti-inflammatory effect on osteoarthritis and joint conditions. Františkovy Lázně and Mariánské Lázně are leaders in moor therapy with natural iron moor. Fango therapy in Abano Terme uses mineral-rich volcanic healing mud with natural corticosteroids at 45 to 50 degrees Celsius — particularly effective for joint and skin conditions. Budapest offers over 130 thermal springs combining Ottoman bath culture with modern hydrotherapy.
CO₂ Baths, Radon & Inhalation
CO₂ baths at 32 to 34 degrees Celsius dilate blood vessels and lower blood pressure — especially effective in Mariánské Lázně, Poděbrady and Konstantinsbad for 15 minutes. Radon baths in Jáchymov and Bad Flinsberg help with rheumatic conditions and ankylosing spondylitis using natural low-dose radioactive springs. Inhalations with Vincentka mineral water in Luhačovice contain iodine and lithium and treat asthma, chronic bronchitis and COPD. Świnoujście offers brine inhalation with the highest iodine concentration in Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which treatment is most important?
The drinking cure — in Karlovy Vary with 13 springs at 30–73 °C. The most frequently prescribed.
How many treatments per day?
2–3 daily: morning drinking cure, midday bath or pack, afternoon massage or physiotherapy.
Can I decline treatments?
You can express wishes. The spa physician decides based on medical necessity.
Suitable for older guests?
Yes — individually dosed. The drinking cure is particularly gentle.
Note: This information is for general guidance only and does not replace individual medical advice or diagnosis by a physician.
Author: Kuropa Editorial Team
Expert review: Anastasia Folak, Head of Spa Advisory
15+ years of experience in spa travel consulting