Places where nature heals: Top 7 health resorts in Slovenia

What should you know about Slovenia's health resorts?

• More than half of the country's territory is covered with forests, and mineral springs are kept here in a natural state.
• Water is the main wealth of the country. Slovenia has more than 15 famous thermal and mineral spas with different composition of water (for treatment of heart, joints, skin, respiratory tract, etc.).
• The spas are open all year round. In winter thermal bathing is popular, in summer - mountain or cycling routes.
• The level of service at the resorts is European, and prices are moderate, which makes this tourist destination even more attractive.
• If you have chronic diseases, take medical documents in English with you. This will help the doctors at the resort to select procedures.
• Do not exceed the recommended time of stay in hot water (15-20 minutes). Thermal water is very saturated with minerals and should be used in moderation.
• Travel to health resorts in Slovenia can be combined with a vacation in the mountains or sea. For example, spend a few days in the thermae and then go to Bled or to the Adriatic coast.

Termi Rogaška

Termi Rogaška is one of the most beautiful and prestigious health resorts in Slovenia, located in a picturesque valley near the border with Croatia. Its history dates back more than 400 years, and its main wealth is its unique Donat Mg mineral water, which contains the highest concentration of magnesium in the world.

This water is known for its healing properties for the digestive system, liver, metabolism and energy recovery. People come to the spa not only for treatment, but also for prevention and purification of the body. Rogaška Slatina combines medical traditions with a modern wellness approach: there are clinics for diagnostics, rehabilitation and detoxification programs.

The resort is characterized by elegant architecture, tranquil parks and well-groomed alleys for strolling.

Terme Zrece

One of the most popular thermal spas in Slovenia is Terme Zrece. Here acrothermal waters and mountain peat are used to treat diseases of musculoskeletal apparatus, gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular system, genitourinary system, skin, respiratory organs, metabolic disorders.

In Terme Zreche there are also karst caves, where speleotherapy is performed for patients with respiratory and cardiac diseases. No one has invented anything better for the treatment of allergies than staying in the microclimate of karst caves.

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Portoroz Resort

Portorož has been known as a healing resort since the 13th century, when Benedictine monks from the St. Lawrence Monastery discovered healing salt here. Today, Portorož medical centers use saline sediments, salt water (, peloids - marine therapeutic mud and thermo-mineral water extracted from a depth of 750 meters, containing sulphur, sodium chloride and other ingredients of marine origin that have a beneficial effect on the human body).

Today Portoroz is the most popular vacation destination for families with children, as well as young people. There is enough entertainment for every taste: a lot of live music, animation on the beach, water slides. In addition, the resort's comfortable hotels offer modern swimming pools and excellent restaurants.

Radenci Resort

Radenice is very popular among tourists from all over Europe and the world.

The healing area was made famous back in the 19th century by Dr. Karl Henn, who, as a student, saw a healing spring among the alpine fields. For the first time a bottle was filled with healthy mineral water in 1869, and a few years later the Slovenian resort was officially opened.

The mild climate combined with amazing views, miraculous springs and health centers have been attracting the attention of tourists for many years. Guests of the city can combine their vacation with local sightseeing, visit traditional balls and exhibitions.

Terme Olimia

In the cozy village of Podčetrtek there is a mini-resort Terme Olimia, popular among people of all ages and abilities. It is visited by lovers of active recreation and those who want to relax in the lap of nature, fans of thermae and healthy lifestyle.

The healing properties of thermal springs were discovered and started to be used in the 17th century, since then the resort has been visited by many vacationers from all over the world.

Now for the purpose of recovery Terme Olimia is visited by people suffering from diseases of musculoskeletal system, arthritis, diabetes. You can also come here just for a good mood. Several small but cozy hotel complexes with SPA services, wellness, rejuvenation programs are always open for guests of Podchetrtec.

Čatež Thermae

This is Slovenia's largest and most popular health resort, located near the town of Brežice, an hour from Ljubljana. It is famous for its thermal springs with temperatures of up to 63 °C, which feed numerous pools and spa complexes.

The heart of the spa is the "Thermal Riviera", a real water park with indoor and outdoor pools, slides, geysers and relaxation areas. In winter it offers a tropical atmosphere under a dome, while in summer a large open-air water park opens up.

Terme Čatež is a combination of the power of nature, modern comfort and Slovenian hospitality, where everyone can rejuvenate, relax and enjoy tranquility.

Thermae Dobrna

Terme Dobrna is Slovenia's oldest operating health resort, with a history dating back more than six centuries. Situated among green hills and forests near the town of Celje, this tranquil place combines natural wellness, coziness and traditional Slovenian charm.

The local thermal springs, known since the 15th century, are rich in minerals that have a positive effect on the skin, joints and nervous system. The resort is famous for its women's wellness programs, spa procedures with therapeutic muds and modern wellness services. Dobrna Thermae is also known for its atmosphere of peace: the harmony of nature, history and care for the body reigns here.