The Roman Baths thermal complex is located just 20 kilometers from Vienna and a stone's throw from Josefplatz, the last stop of the Austrian Baden Bahn train from Vienna to Baden. The complex is extremely popular not only among residents of Austria, but also among tourists traveling around this country. Local thermal springs, which made the city so popular, were known back in the days of the Roman Empire, hence the name of the complex.
The waters of 14 hot sulfur springs are used on the territory of the Roman Baths. In the warm baths the water temperature reaches 36°C, there is a pool with water of 32°C for children and a pool with cool water for sports swimming. The sauna area deserves special attention: Turkish bath, aromatic saunas (aromas of orange, mint, lemon, eucalyptus), Finnish sauna, biosauna, infrared saunas. There is a wellness center on site. Opening hours: from 10.00 to 22.00.
Coordinates: 48.00887100,16.22947200
Advantages:
Helpful, great stay
Flaws:
common locker room with Europeans without complexes, in the common sauna only naked.
Continuing the story of our journey through Austria, today I want to tell you about the Roman Baths, which are located in the glorious town of Badan. Do not confuse with German Baden-Baden.
We got from the city of Vienna to the town of Baden by high-speed train, very quickly and without problems. We bought a weekly subscription for trains in Vienna, and for this trip we bought a separate ticket. Which our inspectors checked.
But you can get here on a special tram that runs from Vienna.
Just a train, it was much more convenient for us, from the place where we lived.
You need to set aside a whole day for this excursion, leave for Baden early in the morning and return in the evening, as we did. We were able not only to walk around the city of Baden and get lost in it, I talked about this in my review, but also to swim to our hearts’ content in the Roman Baths and then climb the mountain and take a walk through the Vienna Woods, one of the many walking routes, of which there are a lot here.
Baden is considered one of the best health resorts Austria, and the baths that have been here since Roman times are known far beyond the borders of this state. There are a total of 14 hot springs in Badan, all of which are open all year round.
Roman baths are quite easy to find in Badan; like any thermal spring, they have their own specific smell that cannot be confused with anything else. In addition, there are signs throughout the city.
We brought swimsuits and everything we needed for the pool. But we didn’t have rubber slippers with us. We decided to buy them somewhere near the Roman baths or in the baths themselves, because disposable slippers should be sold.
But that was not the case, we did a good shopping in the city shops and bought a lot of everything except slippers. Therefore, we decided to buy them in the Roman baths themselves.
In front of the healing “water park” itself there are two sculptures: the photographer (photo above) and the head he is photographing (photo below).
The cost then was about 5 euros for two hours and 9 euros for the whole day, the sauna was paid separately for about 4 euros. But there were many gradations, we took three hours for 7.5 euros. The price depends on the time and day. We visited in the morning and on a weekday, so it was not expensive. We didn’t go to the sauna; we were still embarrassed that we had to completely undress. Well, somehow we were not ready for such a turn of events. Today it costs about 13-15 euros on weekdays.
The thermal baths are open from 10:00 to 22:00
In the Roman baths themselves there were already enough people at 12 noon that we even had to stand in a small queue.
As for the story with the slippers, we never bought them. Today it’s hard for me to say why, either they weren’t on sale there, or the price for them was off the charts. That's why we were without them.
This is what the thermal baths themselves look like. Unfortunately, this is the last photo, since we did not take a camera to the pool. When you go to the locker room, you can see the complex itself through the glass. There are two main indoor pools, one with warm water, the other colder and with contrasting water, there are also children's pools and a place where you can get a hydromassage for your back. There is a bridge between them. There are also two swimming pools below open air which operate all year round. These are the hot springs themselves.
The dressing room in the Roman baths is shared, there are a lot of booths. To close the booth you will need 2 euros, which are then returned. Therefore, stock up on change.
There are also cabins where you can change clothes. But the Germans and Austrians are like that, they are not shy about anything, many change clothes and undress near the booth. Without the slightest bit of embarrassment, what difference does it make to the sauna? Everyone goes naked anyway.
This is such a simple attitude to life that it is natural and not ugly. It’s that we’ve somehow been taught to be ashamed of our bodies.
The showers are separate, and thanks for that.
We were in Baden in April, when it was still very early spring. And from the beginning it was difficult to imagine how one could swim in the open air. But the water is so hot that the cold air is very pleasant. Our temperature was only 10 degrees. And the water temperature in the source is 36 degrees, well, at least that’s what was stated.
You cannot stay in a hydrogen sulfide thermal spring for a long time and it has contraindications. Therefore you need to be careful.
The second outdoor pool has a lot of hydro jets; it’s a fairly large Jacuzzi pool, so the main thing here is to take your place, you can massage all parts of the body.
In three hours we swam, had a hydromassage of all parts of the body and had a lot of fun.
If you're in Vienna, be sure to set aside a day to visit the Roman Baths. I recommend it because we really enjoyed it.
Of course they cannot compare with the wild Roman baths of Saturnia. which we visited in Italy. But still worth your attention and have a great holiday in the aquatic zone.
The Roman baths in Badan are very relaxing and you can visit them, but you need to understand that everything here is quite simple and without frills. If you want treatment and bells and whistles, then you need to choose special hotels with sources where you will receive the full range of services.
Year of visit:2013
General impression. From Vienna to Baden swim in the thermal springs of Austria (photo)
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What are the thermal springs in Baden (Austria) like and what does the pleasure cost?
Gorgeous thing. I traveled from Vienna on a silent car, double decker train, observing the most wonderful landscapes. The costs are small, I don’t remember exactly, but I’ll assume that the train itself is 6 euros, the ride takes 20 minutes.
In Baden you just need to walk for about 15 minutes and you are there. Many swimming pools: outdoor, indoor, jacuzzi; different depths; 3 or 4 types of sauna, gorgeous. it was definitely worth a penny. out of the category - 7 euros or something!
Sorry, you mean "ROEMER THERME". Or are there thermal springs everywhere?
At the Vienna Opera, take the blue stripe tram to the final stop Baden. The cost of a round-trip ticket for an adult is 7.5 Euro (February 2011). The tram will pass by Ikea)))
Get off at the end and walk about 5 minutes to the SPA complex www.roemertherme.at
Cost in Euro (February 2011)
Weekdays (Weekends):
Adults 2 hours - 9.70 (11.40)
Each subsequent hour - 1.74 (1.74)
All day - 14.30 (16)
Children:
2 hours - 4.90 (5.60)
Every last hour - 0.70 (0.70)
All day - 8.70 (9.40) tripster.ru/places/1271/
Medical and health resort – Baden near Vienna in Austria
ABOUT TREATMENT AND RECREATION IN BADEN
In Baden, the waters of 14 sulfur springs with a water temperature of 30-36 ° C are used for medical purposes, which produce about four million liters of sulfur water containing calcium, sodium, magnesium, sulfate and chloride per day.
The long-tested but forgotten treatment with sulfur water is once again gaining popularity. 
For thousands of years, this therapy has been successfully used in the treatment of all kinds of rheumatic diseases, wear and tear of the spine and diseases affecting the joints. Sulfur waters are also used in the rehabilitation therapy of patients who have suffered sports injuries or injuries in accidents, and, in addition, for the restoration of the body after orthopedic operations and for preventive purposes.
Sulfur thermal waters penetrate the human body through the skin and mucous membranes. They influence various metabolic processes in the body and thus have a positive effect on the condition of the entire organism.
According to a long-standing Baden tradition, patients take healing procedures in communal pools filled with sulfur thermal water, which gives them the opportunity to interact with other patients during the procedure. Subaquatic therapy and hydromassages used in Baden have become widely popular: a person’s mobility increases in water, due to which the effectiveness of therapeutic massages doubles. For regeneration and removal of toxins from the body, a course of treatment with grapes is recommended, which should be taken in the fall.
Parks of Baden and nearby Vienna Woods provide opportunities for mechanotherapy. In addition, vacationers can visit various sport complexes, participate in guided tours, as well as cycling, spend time playing tennis or golf. The use of medicinal products offered in Baden is possible only with the direction of a doctor.
Central city baths
Over the past decades, the Baden thermal complex has turned into a large health center, widely known not only throughout Austria, but also beyond its borders. The thermal baths gained such success thanks to the latest technologies, high level medicine and service and the unique romantic atmosphere of Baden itself.
- outdoor city swimming pool(does not apply to the RoemerTherme thermal complex)
The basis for healing is natural sulfur sources. Healing water is used not only for bathing, but also for drinking, not only for treatment, but also for preventive purposes. The soft healing air of the resort also promotes healing. The healing properties of sulfur have been known and used since ancient times. Water enriched with sulfur penetrates the body through the skin and mucous membrane, interferes with the body’s metabolism, exhibiting its healing properties.
The Baden spa tradition consists of relaxing in thermal pools, combining relaxation with the beneficial effects of water. However, they are becoming increasingly popular active species water healing - underwater massage and water gymnastics, as well as medical oxygen and herbal baths.
Therapeutic and health procedures are carried out all year round.
Thermal complex RoemerTherme in Baden
Note! From August 3 to August 16, 2015, the complex will be closed for maintenance.
Only the Wellness Center (fitness, massage) remains open.
Construction complex RoemerTherme was completed in November 1999. It united the spa center of Baden and modern complex a wide variety of swimming pools. The total area of the water surface in the new complex is 900 sq.m. There are: a sports pool (345 sq.m.), a relaxation pool (295 sq.m.), a grass pool (117 sq.m.), a swimming pool with mineral sulfur water (70 sq.m.), a jacuzzi (7 sq.m. .m.) and a small pool for children - 24 sq.m. m.
Two outdoor pools: grass and chamois pool mineral water used for swimming both in summer and winter. The relaxation pools have areas equipped with hydromassage. Complete relaxation is facilitated by the original lighting of the pools and musical accompaniment.
A large selection of different saunas: a tepidarium (40° C), three herbal and aromatic baths, a Turkish bath, a Finnish sauna (95° C), a biosauna with sunlight (60° C) complement the palette of wellness options of the complex.
In addition, RoemerTherme has a modern sports and fitness center, which offers its visitors a wide range of programs - from cosmetic to special ones under the supervision of a doctor.
The RoemerTherme in Baden has become the largest thermal complex in Europe. Under the huge glass roof (77x33 m) up to 400 people can simultaneously stay. Thermal opening hours are daily from 9.00 to 22.00. All premises of the complex are equipped with artificial climate control units.
To visit the complex, you can purchase a ticket for 2, 3 or 4 hours, for half a day or a full day, with or without visiting the saunas.
Today in Baden they say: “Water is life.” Unique mineral water rises to the surface from a depth of 1000 m. It is used to treat chronic diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Modern research has confirmed that even with a weekly course of sulfur consumption mineral water The immune system is significantly strengthened. For anyone who wants to get rid of stress and everyday overload, we recommend thermal RoemerTherme complex in Baden.
Indications for treatment
Rheumatic diseases, degenerative diseases of the spine and joints, arthrosis, rehabilitation treatment, general recovery, health training.
Water temperature +36 degrees
Depth 1,000 m.
Sulfur thermal baths
- swimming pools with thermal water from a natural source
Sulphurous mud baths
- full and partial wrapping
Inhalation with thermal water
- drinking fresh thermal water directly from the source
Underwater therapy
- water gymnastics, underwater massage
Other wellness options
- medical therapeutic baths, oxygen treatment, laser treatment, healing of joints and ligaments
Physiotherapeutic treatment
- full, partial massage of legs, ligaments; lymphatic drainage, acupuncture, therapeutic exercises individual or in a group, specially designed or general, spinal training, ergotherapy.
Electrotherapy
Doctors consultation
A short video about recreational opportunities in Baden (2 min.)
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Can everyone swim in thermal mineral springs?
Unfortunately, not everyone.
Experts do not recommend swimming in medicinal waters if you have a malignant tumor (even after a successful operation), after a heart attack or stroke (for about a year), or after therapeutic x-ray procedures.
Medical and health procedures.
The main procedures used in the health resort complex "Kurhaus Baden Bei Wien":
sulfur thermal baths (pools with thermal water from a natural source) are used to treat inflammatory diseases of the joints and spine, degenerative diseases of the joints and spine, muscular rheumatism, some skin diseases, local circulatory disorders, as well as for subsequent treatment after injuries or operations and for conditions vegetative exhaustion.
Sulfur therapeutic muds (full and partial wrapping) are used to treat degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal system, muscular rheumatism, neuralgia, muscle pain, chronic diseases of the digestive tract, and chronic female diseases.
Drinking treatment with sulfur water is recommended for inflammatory and degenerative diseases of the joints and spine, heavy metal poisoning, gout, constipation, chronic diseases of the digestive and genitourinary organs, and high acidity.
In addition, the following procedures are applied:
- underwater therapy (water gymnastics, underwater massage;
- medical therapeutic baths, oxygen treatment, laser treatment, healing of joints and ligaments;
- physiotherapeutic treatment;
- massage full, partial, legs, ligaments;
- lymphatic drainage, acupuncture, therapeutic exercises individual or in a group, specially designed or general, spinal training, ergotherapy, electrotherapy, quantum therapy.
Also in "Kurhaus Baden" the BIOMEMENT method is used to relieve stress, nicotine addiction and weight loss.
BIOMENT method
Response to stress, nicotine and excess weight. This is a psychological method that will allow you to learn to relax after a few classes, as if you had been doing yoga for years.
How does this method work? Skin conductivity is measured through small sensors on the index and middle fingers.
Conductivity indicates the level of tension/relaxation. The patient then listens to the hissing or buzzing sound through headphones.
These sounds help the patient relax and conduction decreases. If the conductivity drops below a certain level, then the music starts.
If through certain time the voltage rises, the patient again hears a hissing or buzzing sound. After some time, the patient will learn to turn on the music himself at the right moment.
This way everyone finds their own way to relaxation.
Regenerative training according to the bioment system for greater balance.
The biomenta-tabastop method leads to smoking cessation.
Weight regulation using the bioment method will teach you the right attitude towards food.
Classes are held individually and under the guidance of a psychologist.
QUANTOTHERAPY at Kurhaus Baden
Pulsating electromagnetic fields consist of tiny particles (quanta). Quantum therapy does not fight symptoms, i.e. manifestation of the disease, but with its causes.
It helps the body's cells receive nutrients and energy, and also activates their own defenses.
The Kurhaus uses such devices as
- pulsatron (pulsating magnetic fields controlled by a computer)
- pulsating laser
- biopton (linearly polarized light)
always in combination with oxygen-ion therapy
Quantum therapy is especially effective for
- tissue regeneration
- increasing immune defense
- improve blood supply and wound healing
- improving the healing of bones and cartilage (osteopathy, arthrosis)
- inflammation
- overcoming pain and much more.
Stress, high loads and the aging process lead to metabolic disorders in cells. Quantum therapy is excellent for increasing the regenerative and energetic potential of cells .
The center, along with traditional treatment methods, also offers other effective programs - DAVID-Wirbelsaulenkonzept and Spineliner. These programs are aimed at preventing and eliminating diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
The DAVID-Wirbelsaulenkonzept program involves the use of special devices that include both diagnostic and therapeutic training of the spine and muscles.
After a functional analysis of the spine (flexion, extension, rotation, lateral bending), one can learn and judge muscle strength and balance, and movement disorders.
Based on complete data, an individual profile of the spine is created, which subsequently serves as the basis for developing exercises on simulators that help align defects and restore the balance of the musculoskeletal system.
The duration of the diagnostic session is from 50 to 60 minutes. Orient. cost = 135 Euro. Further procedures – from 30 Euro/session (minimum 12 sessions).
Indications:
“fresh” fracture (up to 4 months)
abdominal surgery (up to 4 months)
gynecological operations (up to 4 months)
spinal malformations
Severe inflammatory diseases
"severe" osteoporosis
The Spineliner device helps the therapist in diagnosing the spine and treating it.
The method is based on determining the resistance of the musculoskeletal system, which is measured using the Spineliner device, based on short mechanical impulses. Test results are displayed in real time on the device. Based on the data obtained, an accurate diagnosis can be made and treatment can be prescribed.
A reduction in pain is achieved after the first visit to the doctor. The duration of the diagnostic session is from 15 to 20 minutes. Orient. cost = 52 Euro.
Indications:
Pain in the neck, back and lower back
Intervertebral disc diseases
Muscle tension (such as a tense neck)
Dizziness
Tendon pain
Joint development
Inflammatory infiltrate
Heel spurs
Massage of biologically active points
Contraindications:
Severe inflammatory processes
Fresh injuries, cracks, fractures
Structural changes
Bone metastases in the affected area
Progressive osteoporosis
Severe pain in the affected area
The parks of Baden and the nearby Vienna Woods provide opportunities for mechanotherapy.
There is a slight specific smell of sulfurous mineral waters in the air of the city. The use of medicinal products offered in Baden is only possible on the recommendation of a doctor!
Römertherme
Daily from 10:00 to 22:00
The pools are open until 21:30
The last “launch” of the sauna is 21:00
Wellness center
Monday-Friday – 9.00 - 21.30
May-September - Saturday, Sunday and holidays - 10.00 - 19.00
October-April - Saturday, Sunday and holidays - 10.00 - 21.30
Entrance prices Römertherme
| Adults | Visitors over 60 years old* or with disabilities** | |||
| Monday Friday | Saturday/Sunday/Holidays | Monday Friday | Saturday/Sunday/Holidays | |
| 3 hours | 12,10 | 13,90 | 9,70 | 10,50 |
| Every next hour | 1,80 | 1,80 | 1,80 | 1,80 |
| Day ticket | 15,30 | 17,10 | X | X |
| Evening ticket (after 19:00) | 8,00 | 8,70 | X | X |
*Upon presentation of an identity document. Tickets can be purchased until 13:00
** Upon presentation of an identity document from 10:00 to 22:00
Baden itself is located 26 km south of Vienna. Distance to international airport Schwechat – 33 km. Römertherme are located in the very center of the town, the transport stop is Josefsplatz.
How to get there public transport:
- By tram Badner Bahn: From the Vienna State Opera to the terminus Baden Josefsplatz.
- By bus: From the Vienna Opera, take bus number 360, which goes along the route Wien Oper - Baden- Bad Vöslau - Gainfarn, to the Baden Josefsplatz stop.
- By train: From Vienna Südbahnhof station to Baden Bahnhof (schedule on the website http://www.oebb.at/en/index.jsp). From there you can walk to the thermal baths or travel one stop by tram.
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How to get to Baden
Baden is located at the mouth of the picturesque Helenental valley. It is only 26 km from Vienna, with which the city is connected by numerous trains. So, if we need to go to Baden, we first fly to the capital of Austria. At the airport we either take a taxi to Baden, or go to Vienna and from there to a cozy resort town ok we get there by rail.
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Transport
It is ideal to get around the city on foot or by bicycle. The latter can be rented from Windrad (0664-511 37 38; Bahnhof station; 8:00-11.45 and 13:00-18:00, Monday to Friday). Bus 362 connects the thermal springs (Thermalstrandbad) and Bahnhof train station (1.80 EUR) through the city center. But it is still worth remembering that Baden small town and everywhere can be reached on foot during a pleasant walk. Prices on the page are as of November 2018.
Baden Hotels
Treatment in Baden
Baden is one of the best thermal resorts Austria, which has been famous for its healing springs since the times of the Roman Empire under the name Thermae Pannonicae. The hot sulfur springs of Baden were used by the Romans for many years, so now the “Roman Baths” baths deserve their name (they are open all year round).
There are fifteen baths in Baden, thirteen of which are warm, and there are also open summer baths. The water temperature of the warm baths is from +22 °C to +36 °C, the key ingredient of the local waters is calcium sulfate. The springs, used primarily for bathing, are located at the foot of the Calvarienberg mountain (about 326 m).
Entertainment and attractions in Baden
The main attraction and point of attraction for tourists in Baden is the Kurhaus. It is closely followed by the Gothic-style parish church and the Town Hall. In addition, while at the resort, it would be foolish to miss such entertainment as the largest casinos in central Europe. Finally, Baden has the largest rose garden in Austria, the Imperial Castle, 120 vineyards around and about 70 Heuriger wine restaurants inside. Well, what’s not a worthy reason for a full-day excursion from Vienna?
The amazing nature of the resort, its parks and valleys, for example, Helenental, give special pleasure to both vacationers and visiting excursionists. Not far from Baden, this valley is crossed by the ancient aqueduct of the Viennese water conduit. At its entrance on the right bank of the river you can see the ruins of the 12th century Raucheneck Castle. And at the base is the Chateau Weilburg castle from 1820-1825, which appeared thanks to the will of Archduke Charles of Austria, winner of the Battle of Aspern. On the contrary, on the left bank you can enjoy the mystical and eye-catching view of the ruined castle of Rauchenstein from the 12th century.
Baden-Baden - balneological and climatic resort , one of the most famous in the world, is located in a basin and is surrounded on all sides by low mountains covered with coniferous forest. Mountain forest air, the Os River flowing from the slopes of the Black Forest create the unique climate for which this amazing resort town is famous.
Baden-Baden arose thanks to its healing springs, which were known to the ancient Romans. It was they who founded the settlement of Aqua Aurelia here 2000 years ago, where legionnaires and colonists were treated. Under Emperor Caracalla in the 3rd century BC, luxurious baths were built here, named in his honor. The ruins of these baths are open to the public and lovers of antiquity can enjoy visiting this historical place.
Everything about Baden-Baden is unique - its history, architecture, healing springs, casino and even the name. Until the 1930s the city was simply called Baden, but in life it was often called Baden in Baden, meaning its location in the federal state of Baden - this is how the double name appeared.
There are also interesting moments in the history of the city. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the settlement of Aqua Aurelia was abandoned, gradually turned into ruins and was revived only in 1112 as the residence of the Margraves of Baden. In the 17th century, Baden-Baden was severely destroyed, but was revived again thanks to French refugees fleeing the French Revolution here.
And in the second half of the 18th century, Baden-Baden began to be called the summer capital of Europe. And all thanks to casino manager Jacques Benaz. In 1824, the German architect Friedrich Weinbrenner built the Kurhaus, where the oldest and world-famous casino in Germany is now located. To “promote” his establishment, Jacques Benazet invited a group of the most famous journalists and writers of the time, including Victor Hugo. Of the many enthusiastic phrases uttered by famous guests, one is still alive: “Europe has two capitals. Paris in winter, Baden-Baden in summer.”
At the request of the casino founder Jacques Benazier, French architects and artists designed the gambling halls according to the model of French royal castles. The magnificent decoration in the Louis XVI style of white marble, gold and silk has been perfectly preserved to this day and amazes with its mysterious atmosphere. There are huge paintings on the walls, high ceilings are decorated with painted lampshades. The halls are brightly lit by multi-tiered bronze chandeliers.
Financial documents from the period report that income from gaming establishments was directed to the fund for the development of city baths. Significant sums from the casino went to the city budget, and this money was used to early XIX century was built Railway and a gas factory to provide gas lamps for the city and casino.
The history of the city is closely connected with Russia. Without this fashionable resort it is impossible to imagine the life of Russian bohemia of the 19th century. Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Turgenev visited Baden-Baden, Gogol worked here on the first volume of “Sad Souls”, he published the story “Taras Bulba” in the newspaper “Europe”. Russian nobles bought mansions here and came here every year as a dacha. The guides show the villas of Gagarin, Menshikov, the tree near which Dostoevsky’s “player” shot himself. The poets Zhukovsky and Vyazemsky ended their lives here...
Baden-Baden attracts tourists from all over the world with its unique thermal baths. (German Friedrichsbad) built on the site of the Roman baths in 1867-77. and named after Duke Frederick. These are Roman-Irish baths, in which, according to the method of the Irish doctor Barter, they combined Roman and Irish bath traditions.
There are unique pools lined with Carrara marble and a Round Hall (height 17.5 m), modeled after a Roman thermal bath and decorated with sculptures and frescoes. It is called the temple of bathing, and it’s not just baths that work wonders, everything here is conducive to complete relaxation, even contemplating the frescoes brings pleasure and promotes health.
The bathing ritual here is divided into 17 stages: shower, warm air, hot air, shower, massage, shower, steam, hot steam, full bath, jacuzzi, exercise bath, shower, cold baths. As a result of temperature changes and thanks to the healing thermal waters in various baths, a regenerating effect occurs on the body and soul.
If the Friedrichsbad thermal complex has long been part of the rich history of Baden-Baden, then the complex located a two-minute walk from it - the building is modern.
Named after the famous Roman emperor, it is a two-level gated complex and a large open area for swimming. All this is spread out on the territory natural park on total area three thousand square meters. Here you can walk along the paths, looking at numerous sculptures, fountains, monuments, and also sunbathe under the gentle Baden sun.
The Baths of Caracalla are many times larger in area than neighboring Friedrichsbad. The mass of all kinds of swimming pools, whirlpools, Jacuzzis, waterfalls, not to mention the numerous saunas, is simply impossible to count. These include indoor pools with hydromassages, and pools with showers for massaging the upper back and the back of the head, and underwater jets that massage the lower back and legs, and water fungus, and specially equipped “beds” in the jacuzzi, and seats where you can massage your legs, and ... what is there?
All pools – different temperatures and different concentrations of minerals. There are grottoes with hot and cold water, an aromatic 43-degree steam bath, a salt “cave” for taking appropriate inhalations, a solarium, and a relaxation area. And, of course, a cafe where you can have a snack. And in the open air there are two huge swimming pools plus a canal with fast water flow. There are two whirlpools, a waterfall, a water fungus, and sun loungers. By the way, you can smoke outdoors - there are tables with ashtrays everywhere.
Unlike Friedrichsbad, swimming in the indoor and outdoor pools of Caracalla Terme is customary in swimsuits. You can also use them in the saunas located on the ground floor. But the second floor is a completely landscape zone: when entering it, swimsuits and swimming trunks will have to be left on equipped hangers - or put in small open drawers, racks rising along the walls of the so-called reception area. The sauna complex also has indoor and outdoor areas.
Note! In the Baths of Caracalla there is a corner “Children's Paradise”, where adults can leave their child under supervision while they take water treatments, steam in saunas or tidy up your face and body with all kinds of massages.
Baden-Baden is small, but contains so many attractions. It is called the city of roses and not by chance. The Göneranlage Rose Garden on Mount Beutig was founded 29 years ago and is considered one of the youngest in Europe. Despite this, it was awarded the title “Award of Garden Excellence” by the World Federation of Rose Societies. The park is open from the beginning of June until the end of September. In the evening at 9 o'clock the lights turn on and the entire park is immersed in a romantic atmosphere.
The rose garden has about 400 varieties of roses. Numerous sculptures of the park and a fountain located in the center invite you to wander along the paths and dream among this fragrant kingdom of flowers. The main architectural idea of the garden is the four seasons. The layout uses two main alleys, intersecting at right angles and dividing the entire rose garden into four zones. At the ends of the alleys there are statues of Greek goddesses, symbolizing spring, autumn, winter and summer.
Lichtental Alley(German: Lichtentaler Allee) is another landmark of Baden-Baden, located along the Oos River. Initially, an oak grove grew on its banks, but in 1850, Jacques Benazet, who bought a casino here, converted the surrounding area into an English park. Now it features more than 300 species of trees and plants, fountains, sculptures and gazebos and charming bridges are pleasing to the eye.
Kings, czars, poets and composers walked under the chestnut trees of the Lichtentaler Allee: Johann Strauss conducted his waltzes for King William I, Liszt, Rossini, Brahms were respected guests here, Enrico Caruso gave his concerts, Clara Schumann spent her last years here. Walking along the alley, you will meet on your way the beautiful Josephine fountain, as well as monuments to the Russian writer Ivan Turgenev and the German composer Johannes Brahms.
Not far from the Lichtental Allee is the Drinking Pavilion. Built according to the design of the architect Friedrich Hübsch in the middle of the 19th century. The building is a colonnade of 16 columns about 90 meters long with frescoes painted on it. Each fresco tells the story of one of the legends of Baden-Baden. But the highlight of this pavilion, of course, is the tasty and healthy drinking water. The pavilion contains a gallery with mineral water from two valuable springs in Baden-Baden. Hot water flows from them, with a temperature of about 70 degrees. It tastes a little salty, but there are rumors all over the world about its many medicinal properties. Missing such an opportunity is simply unforgivable.
And today this glorious resort town lives a rich cultural life, various holidays, festivals, and competitions take place here. At the end of the twentieth century, the Festspielhaus Festival Palace (German: Festspielhaus) was created with 2,500 seats. It is rightfully considered one of the most unique halls in the world, where the best artists and musicians perform today.
The author of the project of the Palace of Festivals was the famous Viennese architect Wilhelm Holzbauer. The courage of the decision was to transform the former railway station into the ensemble of theater buildings. The station building in the neoclassical style was turned into a theater foyer, the station platforms turned into an auditorium, built of glass and marble in the shape of a huge cube, which is located behind the former station building. The Festspielhaus is famous for its excellent acoustics, which were designed by the famous Munich physicist Karlheinz Müller. Russian ball. To the solemn sounds of Tchaikovsky's polonaise, young Russian women in white dresses and their gentlemen - German youths in black tailcoats - entered the hall. The opening ceremony of the Ball was attended by prima ballerina of the Bolshoi Theater S. Lunkina, who brilliantly performed “Russian Dance”.
The ball lasted all night. Guests danced waltzes and gallops to music performed by the Baden-Baden Symphony Orchestra under the direction of People's Artist of Russia Maxim Fedotov. And then the jazz orchestra led by the legendary Georgy Garanyan opened a parade of foxtrots, cha-cha-cha, rumba and other modern dances. The dance program of the Ball was led by the director of the Imperial Russian Ballet, Gediminas Taranda.
In October 2007, the revived Russian Ball was held for the second time in the casino in the Benaze hall, which was attended by representatives of the Russian elite. The program included performances by stars of the Mariinsky Theater, young performers, performances by the Baden-Baden Symphony Orchestra and, of course, dancing.
The resort of Baden-Baden is without a doubt the quietest and green city Germany. The amazingly fresh and clean air of this resort is protected even by a specially built tunnel under the city for road transport. Baden-Baden has it all - an excellent climate and unique baths, a park and a rose garden, the Os river and the low mountains surrounding the city, a theater and Festspielhaus, a casino and horse racing, festivals and concerts. It is not surprising that this city is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists, there are always many guests from Russia, and you will meet Russian-speaking employees in the thermal baths and hotels, shops and information center. There is always a gentle sun, friendly residents and all the conditions for relaxation with children, who enjoy splashing in the pools and playing in the parks.
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Official website: www.baden-baden.de/
