Therme Loipersdorf
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Therme Loipersdorf is a large thermal spa complex located in the municipality of Bad Loipersdorf in Styria's Thermen- und Vulkanland region. Discovered accidentally in 1972 during oil exploration, the site revealed a rich thermal water source heated by underground CO2 layers, with temperatures reaching around 60 degrees Celsius. Since its inception, the spa has developed into a comprehensive resort spanning 36,000 m², divided into three main areas: the Erlebniswelt featuring water slides, wave pools, and a sandy beach; the Schaffelbad, a quiet zone with Roman-style pools and saunas; and the Thermalwelt, offering a sauna village, warm and cold pools, and a Roman steam bath. The resort combines wellness, adventure, and nature, catering to families, couples, and relaxation seekers alike. Architecturally, the facility was designed following a competition won by the Graz firm Ilgerl-Peneff-Walch, blending modern spa amenities with natural surroundings. Over the decades, Therme Loipersdorf has expanded its offerings to include extensive sauna landscapes, therapy areas, and exclusive wellness zones, making it one of Austria's leading thermal destinations.
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Astuce: For the best experience, visit during weekdays or in the shoulder seasons to avoid crowds. Advance booking is recommended for special wellness packages and day spa treatments. Various discounts are often available for families, seniors, and multi-day packages. Consider exploring the different thermal areas separately to fully enjoy both the lively Erlebnisbad and the tranquil Schaffelbad. Evening visits can offer a unique ambiance, especially during moonlight swims and special events like Thermen-Clubbing.
Faits intéressants
- •The thermal water is heated naturally by underground CO2 layers, reaching temperatures up to 62 degrees Celsius.
- •The thermal water source discovered in 1972 was initially found accidentally during an oil and gas drilling operation.
- •The spa complex covers a total area of approximately 36,000 square meters, making it one of the largest in Austria.
- •The architecture of the main spa was the result of a competition won by the Graz firm Ilgerl-Peneff-Walch.
- •The Schaffelbad area was originally an old farmhouse preserved and converted into a wellness zone.
- •The spa includes a unique Roman-style steam bath and a large sauna village with around 20 saunas and steam rooms.
Histoire
The thermal water at Loipersdorf was discovered in July 1972 during an oil and gas exploratory drilling accident when a CO2-rich thermal water source was struck at about 1,700 meters depth.
Following this discovery, the Thermalquelle Loipersdorf company was founded in 1975, primarily owned by the state of Styria and surrounding municipalities.
The first public facility, the Schaffelbad, opened in 1978, initially using an old farmhouse as a test site.
The main thermal spa and sauna complex opened in 1981, designed by the Graz architectural firm Ilgerl-Peneff-Walch.
After a fire in 1983, the facility was rebuilt and expanded, adding more saunas, slides, and a chapel.
Throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, the resort underwent further expansions, including enlarging the Erlebnisbad and adding sandy beaches and new wellness features.
Guide du lieu
Erlebniswelt (Adventure World)
The largest area of the resort at 23,000 m², featuring outdoor pools, a multimedia water slide, wave pools, and a sandy beach area, perfect for families and water sports enthusiasts.
Schaffelbad (Quiet Zone)1978
An 8,500 m² wellness area focused on relaxation, featuring Roman baths, a rock pool, an atrium pool, and a child-free environment for peaceful rejuvenation.
Thermalwelt (Thermal World)
This area includes a sauna village, warm and cold water pools, indoor and outdoor baths, a salarium, rock showers, and a Roman steam bath, providing diverse wellness experiences.
Contact
Téléphone: 03382 82040