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Spa therapy in Czech Republic

The Czech Republic has a number of mineral springs, which have been used for medicinal purposes since the early 15th century. Spa towns with specific spa architecture and grandiose urban conceptions grew up around mineral springs. The colonnades of Carlsbad (Karlovy Vary) and the splendid spa buildings in Marienbad (Mariánské Lázně) are world-famous. Czech spa towns are invariably located in picturesque natural landscapes and are attractive for both their urbanistic layout and their …

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Carlsbad (Karlovy Vary)

Carlsbad (Karlovy Vary) the largest Czech Spa is located in a picturesque valley of the Teplá River by its confluence with the Ohře River. The town is surrounded by forest hills. According to a popular legend, the hot springs were discovered by the Czech king and Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV while hunting. Carlsbad was built on terraced ground and gives the town a particularly attractive appearance. The elegant scenery of Carlsbad is composed of beautiful parks and avenues and of Spa woods spread on nearby hillsides. The Spa center is formed by numerous sanatoria, guest houses, …

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Marienbad (Mariánské Lázně)

The world famous Spa and health resort Marienbad (Mariánské Lázně), part of what is known as the West Bohemian Spa Triangle (Carlsbad, Franzensbad, Marienbad) is situated in a valley, surrounded by woods and protected from western and northern winds by mountain ranges. The natural environment, pure air and the position of this Spa make it one of Czech Republic's foremost Spas. Marienbad is rich in mineral springs and about forty of them are used for therapeutical purposes. The …

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Franzensbad (Františkovy lázně)

This Charming little town has been a spa town since its foundation in 1793. Since then, it has been able to keep its particular character supported by the 19th century architecture. Together with large and gorgeous parks and mineral springs the city has maintained a harmonious and traditional identity. Franzensbad (Františkovy Lázně – The spa of Francis) has 22 different mineral springs. Main diseases indications  – Cardiovascular disorders – Disorders of the circulatory system – Motor system disorders – Gynaecological and fertility related disorders Main types of …

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Konstantinovy Lázně

Konstantinovy Lázně is situated north-west of Pilsen 510 m above sea level. It is one of the least polluted places in the Czech Republic. The local mineral springs have the highest content of CO₂ in the country. The tranquil, family-orientated atmosphere, numerous idyllic, comfortable spa houses, wonderful little pavilions housing the springs shaded by tall trees and statues dotted around the park all enhance the peaceful, restorative nature of the place. The local restaurants and cafes serve the local herb liqueur Konstantin, enjoyed by the famous Czech painter Max Švabinský during …

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Lázně Kynžvart

Lázně Kynžvart is the most important place in the Czech Republic for the treatment of infant respiratory disease. The safe and attractive spa area is situated in the Slavkovský Forest in a place which receives a lot of sunshine thanks to its location above the fog in the valleys below. The dominant feature of the town away from the spa area is a renovated Renaissance chateau with large adjoining park. Local history is full of magic and enchantment but the most important thing in Lázně Kynžvart remains the happiness and health of the children who come here for treatment. The …

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Spa Jáchymov (Jáchymov)

The first radon spa in the world. The West Bohemian spa town of Jáchymov is situated in a deep wooded valley in the foothills of the Krušné Mountains. This rugged landscape provides breathtaking views at any time of year. At the beginning of the 20th century a rich supply of radon was found in the former silver mines which lead to the foundation of the spa. The treatments on offer here are associated with discoveries made by Marie Curie and one of the springs is named after her. Natural curative resources, indications The radon springs are used to treat patients …

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Spa Teplice (Teplice)

Teplice is a city with an abundant history and world-famous spa; the life-teeming city of business, entertainment, and culture; a city full of parks, fountains, cafes and popular restaurants; the place is sometimes called „Little Paris“. The city of Teplice is situated in the beautiful countryside between the Bohemian Middle Mountains and the mass of „Krušné hory“ (the Iron Mountains) close to the German border. The discovery of the hot remedial springs dates back to the year 762. After 1990 the total renovation of spa accommodations was completed. The city of Teplice is also world …

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Spa Třeboň (Třeboň)

Třeboň is a town, which seems to belong to a fairy-tale world. The beautiful chateau has rich and historical furnishings. You can find there the unique square, golden carp, recreation, bathing, water sports, hiking, cycling, and beautiful natural scenery. It attracts visitors with its rare conserved historical city center, being dominated by the square and its Renaissance houses. In 1960, Třeboň was granted a spa-town status and later in 1980 the historical heart was protected by the UNESCO Preservation. Main diseases indications  – Diseases of the motory organs – …

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Spa Luhačovice (Luhačovice)

Spa treatments prescribed by your physician are based on the local mineral springs healing power. The treatment of drinking the renowned local natural mineral spring Vincentka, inhalations rejuvenating your respiratory tract and baths in natural carbonated water combined with other spa procedures will have beneficial effect on your entire body. After a course of spa treatments you will feel refreshed and full of energy. Spa Luhačovice offers not only treatment and stay in a beautiful natural setting to its guests and visitors, but also possibilities for sports, entertainment and …

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Spa Jeseník (Jeseník)

From the Spa Jeseník, you can see at one sight the impressive panorama of the mountain massif of Hrubý Jeseník with Praděd, the highest mountain of Moravia (1492 above sea level). Due to protected geographical location, the spa has extremely favourable, mild and moist climatic conditions that enable effective curative or holiday stays every season of the year, also thanks to exceptionally clean and negatively ionized air. The local microclimate is suitable for spa treatment of diseases of air passages, heart diseases and circulatory disorders, neurosis, exhaustion states and …

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Spa Poděbrady (Poděbrady)

Spa Poděbrady make successful use of the effects of therapeutical procedures in providing spa care to the adult patients suffering prevailingly from the diseases of the heart and the vessels (the conditions after the operations of the ischemic heart disease – coronary by-passes, conditions after the operations of the heart valves, conditions after invasive performances on the coronary bed, conditions after heart transplantations and other heart operations, conditions after suffered heart muscle infarction, to the patients with chronic form of the ischemic heart disease, with high blood …

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Janské Lázně

Janské Lázně is a world-famous spa town and, at the same time, the second best-rated skiing resort in Czech Republic. This tranquil spa town of extraordinary history spreads on the south slope of the Krkonoše Mountains (Giant Mountains) at the foot of Černá hora (Black Mountain, 1299 meters), the peak of which can be reached by a cable car starting right in the town. Thanks to newly built cableways, ski lifts and cross-country skiing trails, the town has become a top-quality sports and recreation destination and an ideal starting point for both skiers in winter and cyclists and …

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Lázně Bohdaneč

This peat spa (Lázně Bohdaneč) was founded by Jan Veselý, a Bohdaneč native, in 1897. It is part of the Pardubice conurbation, situated at 216 meters above sea level, with a lowland climate. The extensive spa park is an inseparable part of the town's surrou­ndings. The spa offers both relaxation and wellness stays. Location Pardubice area Natural healing source Peat baths and wraps. Object of treatment Locomotive system disorders, pre-operative and post-operative conditions, deformative arthritis and painful muscle and tendon syndromes. The spa’s …

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Lázně Bělohrad

Ann’s Peat Spa, with its 120-year-long tradition, is situated in the peaceful town of Lázně Bělohrad. Clients come to the local spa mainly to treat disorders of the locomotive system. These include rheumatic illnesses, back pains, Bechterew’s Di­sease, arthritis, post-traumatic or post-operative conditions, vertebrogenic root syndromes and mild peripheral paralysis in particular. Another indication is the treatment of deformative scars caused by injury or burns. In addition to traditional therapeutic stays, reconditioning and specialized stays are offered. …

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