Kaiserbrunnen
Bad Ems, Rhineland-Palatinate, France
- Location
- Bad Ems, Rhineland-Palatinate, France
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
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Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Kaiserbrunnen — meaning 'Emperor's Spring' — is a bicarbonated mineral spring whose imperial name reflects the high esteem in which its waters have historically been held. Mineral springs bearing royal or imperial designations across Europe were typically those of exceptional quality, favoured by nobility for both drinking and bathing within a long thermal tradition. Today, Kaiserbrunnen continues this tradition of distinction, offering naturally mineralised water prized as part of a long-standing culture of well-being.
Insider tip — Kaiserbrunnen is among the most celebrated mineral springs of Bad Ems, a Lahn valley spa town awarded UNESCO World Heritage status as part of the Great Spa Towns of Europe. The bicarbonate-sodium water flows cool and slightly carbonated, traditionally drunk at source for digestive complaints. Stand at the ornate pump house at dawn to drink the freshest draw of the day before the town wakes.
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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.