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Zalaegerszeg Thermal

Zalaegerszeg, Zala County, Hungary
Zalaegerszeg Thermal
Location
Zalaegerszeg, Zala County, Hungary
Water type
bicarbonate
Temperature
37 °C
pH
8

Water profile

Thermicity
Neutral
37 °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

Zalaegerszeg Thermal is a well-regarded therapeutic bathing complex in Zalaegerszeg, the capital of Zala County in southwestern Hungary, drawing on the rich geothermal resources of the Transdanubian basin that underlie much of western Hungary. The bicarbonate mineral waters emerge at comfortable therapeutic temperatures and are offered in a modern thermal bath facility that serves both the local population and wellness visitors seeking quality Hungarian thermal bathing without the crowds of Budapest or the major resort towns. The surrounding Zala County landscape of rolling hills, vineyards, and the shores of Lake Balaton — Hungary's great inland sea — provides an attractive regional context for a thermal stay. Zalaegerszeg Thermal represents the authentic, community-rooted face of Hungary's remarkable thermal heritage, a country that boasts more thermal spas per capita than almost any other in Europe.

Insider tip — Zalaegerszeg's thermal baths draw from deep bicarbonate-rich springs in western Hungary's Zala Basin. The water is soft and enveloping, suited to long, unhurried soaks in both indoor and outdoor pools. Visit on weekday mornings to enjoy the pools with local regulars rather than weekend crowds.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 37 °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.