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Băile 1 Mai Aquapark

Baile 1 Mai, Bihor County, Romania
Băile 1 Mai Aquapark
Location
Baile 1 Mai, Bihor County, Romania
Water type
thermal
Temperature
38 °C
pH
7.3

Water profile

Thermicity
Neutral
38 °C
LowHigh

Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.

Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh

Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

BicarbonatesCalcium

Băile 1 Mai is a historic thermal resort near Oradea in Bihor County, closely related to the more famous neighbouring Băile Felix and sharing the same remarkable geothermal spring system that produces naturally warm calcium-rich thermal water maintaining above-15°C temperatures even in winter. The thermal springs here feed a resort infrastructure that includes the unusual semi-wild thermal lake 'Peța' — where naturally warm spring water maintains a constant temperature supporting endemic thermal water species including the unique lotus Nymphaea lotus var. thermalis that also characterises Băile Felix. The aquapark and thermal complex facilities cater primarily to Romanian domestic holiday-making, offering affordable and accessible thermal bathing in a relaxed resort environment characteristic of Romania's socialist-era spa development tradition. Băile 1 Mai's proximity to Oradea — one of Central Europe's finest Art Nouveau cities and the commercial hub of Bihor County on the Hungarian border — gives visitors an excellent combination of architectural heritage exploration and thermal relaxation.

Insider tip — Baile 1 Mai near Oradea sits atop one of Romania's richest geothermal fields, where warm calcium-rich waters emerge along the Pannonian Basin margin. The outdoor thermal lake, maintained at a natural 38°C, is surrounded by lush vegetation and is one of the country's few open-air natural thermal swimming areas. The nearby Aquapark Felix complex shares the same aquifer, but this quieter site retains a more authentic character.
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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 thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.