Eurotherme Bad Ischl

Eurotherme Bad Ischl is a thermal spa resort in the town of Bad Ischl, Austria. It is located in the heart of the Salzkammergut region, which is known for its scenic lakes and mountains. Eurotherme Bad Ischl offers a variety of wellness and relaxation services, such as thermal pools, saunas, massages, and beauty treatments. It also has a hotel, a restaurant, and a conference center. Eurotherme Bad Ischl is connected to the Salzkammerguttherme Thermal Spa, which features a water park with indoor and outdoor pools, a large sauna area, and an oriental wellness world. Eurotherme Bad Ischl is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, who enjoy the imperial flair and the beneficial effects of salt and brine.

The Origins of the Eurotherme Bad Ischl

The EurothermenResort Bad Ischl is located in the city of Bad Ischl, which is famous for its salt production and its role as a summer residence of the Habsburg monarchy. The city’s history of spa and health tourism began in 1823, when the first saltwater baths were given in Bad Ischl. These baths were based on the discovery of the healing properties of the brine, which is the water saturated with salt that is extracted from the salt mines.

The saltwater baths soon became popular among the aristocracy and the high society, who flocked to Bad Ischl to enjoy the benefits of the brine. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the city had about 15 health resorts, which offered various treatments and therapies using the natural resources of the region. Some of the famous guests who visited Bad Ischl during this period include Emperor Franz Joseph I, Empress Elisabeth (Sisi), composer Franz Lehár, and writer Franz Grillparzer.

However, after the end of World War I, the city’s spa industry faced a decline, as the demand for saltwater baths decreased and the competition from other spa destinations increased. To revitalize the city’s tourism, the community decided to build a central health resort that would replace the existing ones. The construction of the building complex began in the spring of 1929, with the support of the state of Upper Austria, which took over the management and operation of the state health resort. The Kurmittelhaus, or the treatment center, was officially opened by Federal President Wilhelm Miklas on June 28, 1931. The Kurmittelhaus served as the structural foundation for today’s Eurotherme Bad Ischl.

The Development of the EurothermenResort Bad Ischl

Over the years, the Kurmittelhaus underwent several expansions and renovations to keep up with the changing needs and preferences of the guests. In 1952 and 1968, new tracts were added to the building, which provided inhalation and hydrotherapy services. In 1976, a four-star hotel with 112 rooms was built next to the treatment center, and connected to it by an underground tube. The hotel, which was originally called the spa hotel, is now known as the Hotel Royal.

In 1994, the name of the state health resort was changed to Kaiser Therme, or the Emperor’s Spa, to honor the city’s imperial heritage. In 2002, the spa company was separated from the state administration and formed as a GmbH, or a limited liability company, together with the hotel. This marked the beginning of the privatization and modernization of the spa and hotel complex.

In 2008, after a major renovation, the restaurant was reopened, along with the refurbished thermal baths, which cost about 32 million euros. The renovation also included the construction of a new central underground parking garage, which cost around 8.3 million euros, and the improvement of the station forecourt, which cost 1.3 million euros.

In the same year, the thermal complex and the Hotel Royal were given a new name: EurothermenResort Bad Ischl, with the additional designation of Salzkammergut Therme, or the Salt Chamber Spa. The name reflects the affiliation of the complex with the EurothermenResorts brand, which also operates the thermal baths in Bad Schallerbach and Bad Hall. The EurothermenResorts are part of the O Thermenholding GmbH, Upper Austria’s largest tourism company. The EurothermenResort Bad Ischl GmbH & Co KG is fully owned by the Upper Austrian holding company.

The Services and Facilities of the EurothermenResort Bad Ischl

The EurothermenResort Bad Ischl offers a wide range of services and facilities that aim to provide a holistic and enjoyable experience for the guests.

The Hotel Royal is a 4-star superior hotel that offers comfortable and elegant accommodation for its guests. It has 142 rooms and suites, each with a balcony overlooking the town. The rooms are tastefully furnished and equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a minibar, and a bathroom with bathrobes and hairdryer. The hotel also has a relaxation area with a tea and juice bar and a sunny terrace. The hotel is directly connected to the Salzkammerguttherme Thermal Spa through a heated walkway, and guests have free access to the spa and sauna area. The hotel also has a SkyLounge wellness area on the rooftop, which features a panoramic pool, a sun deck, a sauna, and a relaxation room.

The Salzkammerguttherme Thermal Spa is a water park with indoor and outdoor pools, a large sauna area, and a wide range of massage and beauty treatments. The spa uses the natural resources of the region, such as salt, water and air, to create a relaxing and healing environment for its guests. The spa has several attractions, such as:

The Salzkammergut Pool: a large indoor pool with a water temperature of 32°C and a salt concentration of 1.5%. It has massage jets, waterfalls, and a counter-current system.
The Sole Pool: an outdoor pool with a water temperature of 36°C and a salt concentration of 3%. It has massage jets, neck showers, and a whirlpool.
The Brine Pool: an outdoor pool with a water temperature of 28°C and a salt concentration of 5%. It has a fountain, a slide, and a diving board.
The Relax Pool: an indoor pool with a water temperature of 36°C and a salt concentration of 1.5%. It has massage jets, neck showers, and a relaxation area.
The Sauna World Relaxium: a large sauna area with various types of saunas, such as the salt sauna, the brine sauna, the herbal sauna, the Finnish sauna, the bio sauna, and the infrared sauna. It also has a steam bath, a tepidarium, a laconium, a Kneipp basin, and a relaxation room.
The Oriental Wellness World Alhambra: an oriental-themed wellness area with a hammam, a rasul, a serail, and a sultan’s bath. It also has a massage room, a beauty salon, and a relaxation room.

The Restaurant Saliera is a restaurant that serves classic Austrian cuisine with a modern twist. It has five dining rooms, each with a different theme and atmosphere. The restaurant also has a bar, where guests can enjoy a wide range of cocktails and other fine drinks. The restaurant offers a breakfast buffet, a lunch menu, a dinner menu, and a snack menu. The restaurant also caters for special occasions, such as weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries.

The Conference Center is a venue that can host various events, such as seminars, workshops, meetings, and presentations. It has four conference rooms, each with a different size and capacity. The conference rooms are equipped with modern technology, such as projectors, screens, microphones, and speakers. The conference center also offers catering services, such as coffee breaks, lunches, and dinners.

Bad Ischl, Austria