Hot Spring near Liptovský Mikuláš
Bešeňová, Zilina Region, Slovakia
- Location
- Bešeňová, Zilina Region, Slovakia
- 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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This thermal site is located at Bešeňová in the Žilina region of northern Slovakia, an area well known for its geothermal springs at the foot of the Tatra and Low Tatra mountains. The naturally warm, bicarbonate-rich mineral waters here feed pools used for bathing and relaxation. Set amid the scenic Liptov highlands, it is part of a region popular for thermal wellness and mountain recreation.
Insider tip — VRT is a generic designation for a thermal borehole in the Besenova geothermal cluster in the Liptov basin, contributing bicarbonate-dominated warm water at 38°C to the area's pool infrastructure. The Liptov region of central Slovakia has been systematically exploited for geothermal energy since the 1970s, and the multiple VRT-designated boreholes form the backbone of what is now one of Central Europe's busiest thermal recreation areas. The mineral composition here is notably high in calcium bicarbonate, reflecting dissolution of Mesozoic carbonate rocks at depth. Winter bathing under the Tatras skyline is a particularly atmospheric experience.
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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: Toute l'année.