Slovenia – a Perfect Wellness
Destination
Water is the source of life. In Slovenia, the vivacious energy of
nature can be felt at every step of the way. Experiencing it along
with the exhilaratingly fresh air and clean drinking water, it is
easy to fall in love with this green corner of Europe. Slovenia is
rich in water sources; the most healing effects can be felt from the
mineral and thermal springs enjoyed as baths, inhaling treatments
or drinks. Slovenia has around 100 natural thermal springs with
temperature ranging from 32 to 73°C. Living (Slov.: živa) water
can be found everywhere, giving the name to Živa, the Slavic
goddess of love with her very own temple set up in the middle of
Lake Bled. From Ljubljana and central Slovenia, it takes only an
hour or two to drive to the south, east or west of the country to
relax in the thermal mineral or salt waters. The three directions
respectively lead to the Alps, the Mediterranean Sea and the
Pannonian plains. The mountains are abundant in fresh spring
water from the Alpine rivers, lakes and waterfalls invigorate the
body and mind, the sea water with its brine and salt-pan mud has
a cleansing and refreshing effect, and the thermal water from
under the hills of the south-eastern Slovenia soothes and
regenerates. As many as 15 certified Slovenian natural spa resorts
rank among the top Slovenian tourist destinations.
All in one: wellness, medicine and holiday
Although the Slovenian nature, marked by the vividly green colour that
comes from the many water resources, has an intrinsically calming effect,
the deep thermal springs add a unique quality to the country and help
visitors improve their health. The synergy resulting from the combination
of natural resources, the hundred years of spa tradition, and the art of
wellness and health programmes provides more than a perfect platform
for an active holiday. Slovenian spa resorts are ranked among the top
spas in Europe and worldwide. By continuously complementing and
refreshing the range of services, the spas play an increasingly important
role when it comes to the vibe, culture and cuisine of the local
environment.
Wellness with thermal waters of the Dolenjska region
In Terme Čatež, which is the largest thermal pool complex in Slovenia,
the wellness services in the modern health centre go hand in hand with
the cuisine, wine and sports experiences. The nearby spa of Dolenjske
Toplice (part of Terme Krka) allows relaxation in the midst of forests,
being renowned for medical wellness which focuses on the psychological
and physical fitness, including medical rehabilitation programmes. The
Trivago hotel website lists the Balnea Hotel of Terme Dolenjske Toplice
among the top seven European wellness hotels, offering a range of
relaxation and other spa packages. The Šmarješke Toplice spa resort
(Terme Krka) features a state-of-the-art Vitarium Spa & Clinique
medical wellness centre featuring programmes to improve quality of life
and weight loss in line with one's genetic predisposition. The programmes
help maintain natural balance, vitality and creativity regardless of age,
promoting regular physical activity and a healthy lifestyle.
Vibrant spa resorts in the Pannonian plains
Eastern Slovenia features a number of drill holes with thermal
mineral water. Searching for oil in this area in the 1960s resulted in the
discovery of geothermal springs at the depth of approximately 800
metres. The regions of Štajerska and Pomurje are known for spa and
wellness programmes within the Sava Hotels & Resorts thermal
centres: Terme Ptuj with its ancient Roman history, Terme 3000
(Moravske Toplice) with its black thermal water, Zdravilišče Radenci
with its programmes aimed at cardiovascular diseases, and Terme
Banovci and Terme Lendava with their paraffin water. The wellness
programmes have been increasingly combined with outdoor activities such
as cycling, jogging and other recreational sports. The diverse
supplementary offer clearly proves that a spa is not only a place for older
people where nothing exciting is going on. In the wine-growing area at
the very junction of Slovenia, Hungary and Croatia, a number of natural,
cultural and ethnological points of interests await to be explored.
Selfness, healing mud and honey in the Štajerska region
The region of Štajerska also has a plethora of new experiences to offer. In
the midst of apple, pear and plum orchard meadows, Terme Olimje
welcomes its visitors with the largest sauna programme and the most
prestigious wellness centre in Slovenia. Here, the focus is on selfness and
taking care of oneself. At the very heart of the Karavanke mountain
range, Terme Topolšica is a perfect place for relaxation, soothing the
mind in the midst of a beautiful scenery. The climate and the surrounding
woods provide an ideal atmosphere for the treatment of pulmonary
diseases, combat against stress and outdoor sports activities. At Terme
Zreče, the focus is placed on healing effects of the Pohorje forests, where
health is nurtured by means of acratothermal water, soothing baths and
wraps made of mountain peat gathered in the Pohorje hills. Visitors can
pamper themselves at the new wellness centre in the Natura Hotel or walk
to the nearby Lovrenc lakes located on the high-altitude peat marshes
between the hills of Rogla and Ribniško Pohorje. Rogla is known both as a
climate spa resort and a ski sports centre. At Thermana Laško, the
stimulating energy of 100-year-old springs is cleverly combined with the
local beer-brewing and bee-keeping tradition. While there, why not have a
beer or honey bath? The nearby Terme Dobrna is the oldest operating
Slovenian thermal spa, famous for its 600-year tradition in healing wraps.
Typical marble baths and a feng shui park help balance the energies in the
body.
Detox and rejuvenation with brine and sea water
Enjoying the sensation of sea and sun, the healing effects of sea mud and
salt water can be experienced at the Talaso Strunjan spa resort. With its
exceptional location right by the sea, at the heart of a landscape park, it is
famous for its thalasso therapy centre. A comprehensive wellness, health
and thermal programme is also available at the Terme & Wellness
LifeClass resort in Portorož, where ancient techniques originating in the
Far East are combined with modern medicine and complemented with
nature's gifts provided by the sea and salt pans. In the midst of the
Sečovlje Salina Nature Park, where salt is still produced manually in line
with methods that are more than 700 years old, the Lepa Vida open-air
Thalasso center brings the body in tune with nature.
Health captured in a glass of cold mineral water
Are you familiar with the refreshing mineral water with the highest
magnesium content in the world? Enjoy a drink of the Donat Mg water
that originates from the Rogaška Health Resort. The Resort offers
modern-style body detoxification by the use of world-renowned mineral
water. Cold, drinking mineral water is also available at the Radenci Health
Resort. Discovered in the 19th century, it soon became the official water at
the Vienna royal court. The brand is known for its typical logo of three red
hearts featured on the label of the Radenska water bottle.
Healing powers of the mountain air and thermal water
Today, Slovenian natural spa resorts are like royal courts, entirely
committed to serving the guests. Far from the urban hustle and
bustle, in pristine nature, visitors can take time for themselves,
rediscovering their inner balance and well-being.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Slovenian Tourist Board
Dimičeva 13, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenija
Tel.: 00386 (0)1 5898 550, Fax: 00386 (0)1 5898 560
www.slovenia.info/press
Brina Čehovin, Head of Marketing, brina.cehovin@slovenia.info
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