Holta Springs
Holta, Skrapar, Albania, Greece
- Location
- Holta, Skrapar, Albania, Greece
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 35 °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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Holta Springs is a bicarbonated mineral spring in the western Balkans, its name rooting the site in the local topography and the naming traditions of a culturally diverse borderland region. The naturally carbonated, mineral-rich waters carry bicarbonate and trace minerals valued for their refreshing quality and their gentle digestive and restorative properties within the regional spa tradition. The spring forms part of the geothermal and mineral water heritage of a landscape shaped by the complex geology of the Dinaric Alps and the Albanian-Greek border zone.
Insider tip — Holta Springs emerge in the Osum River canyon of Skrapar district in central Albania, where bicarbonate-rich waters seep from Cretaceous limestone. The Osum Canyon here is dramatically deep, making access challenging but the scenery extraordinary. Water at 35°C is pleasant for bathing, and the mineral-rich outflow has been used by shepherds and locals for generations as both drinking water and for bathing.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 35 °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: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).