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Kurhaus Bad Wildungen Therme

Bad Wildungen, Hesse, Germany
Kurhaus Bad Wildungen Therme
Location
Bad Wildungen, Hesse, Germany
Water type
bicarbonate
Temperature
38 °C
pH
8

Water profile

Thermicity
Neutral
38 °C
LowHigh

Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.

Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh

Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium

Kurhaus Bad Wildungen is a storied spa in the northern Hessian town of Bad Wildungen, where bicarbonate-iron mineral waters rising through Devonian slate in the Kellerwald-Edersee National Park region have been part of a thermal tradition since the 14th century, making the town one of Germany's premier spa destinations. The imposing Kurhaus, built in 1908 in an eclectic historicist style, anchors the elegant spa park where the historic Helenenquelle spring has attracted generations of guests in surroundings of remarkable Hessian natural beauty. The neighboring Edersee reservoir—famous as a World War II dam-busting target—and the surrounding Kellerwald beech forest (UNESCO) complete a natural and historical setting of considerable depth.

Insider tip — Bad Wildungen in northern Hesse has been famous since the Middle Ages for its carbonated bicarbonate springs, prized for their restorative and invigorating character. The Kurpark is one of the most beautifully maintained in Germany, with mineral-water drinking fountains along shaded promenades beneath ancient beech and chestnut trees. The nearby Waldeck Castle perched above Lake Edersee adds a medieval dimension to any visit, and the Edertal National Park offers excellent forest walking trails. The spa town retains an unhurried, sanatorium-era atmosphere that feels genuinely restorative.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Mai-octobre.