The Hévíz Thermal Lake — A Natural Wonder
The thermal lake of Hévíz is the largest biologically active natural healing lake in the world, covering an area of 4.4 hectares. Fed by an underground spring with a flow rate of around 410 liters per second, the entire water volume is completely renewed every 72 hours. The water temperature ranges from 24°C in winter to 36°C in summer — making the lake suitable for bathing all year round.
Healing Sulfur Water and Healing Mud
The thermal water of Hévíz is rich in calcium, magnesium, sodium, and sulfur compounds. At the bottom of the lake lies a six-meter thick layer of radioactive healing mud, which is used for packs and wraps. The combination of water, mud, and the mineral-rich lakebed makes Hévíz unique among European spa resorts.
What Conditions Does the Hévíz Cure Help With?
A cure in Hévíz is particularly effective for musculoskeletal disorders: osteoarthritis, chronic polyarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, herniated discs, and after orthopedic surgeries. The Hévíz cure also shows measurable success in gynecological complaints, skin diseases such as psoriasis, and circulatory disorders.
Typical Spa Treatments
The standard repertoire includes: bathing in the thermal lake, weight baths (a Hévíz specialty for disc-related issues), healing mud packs, carbonic acid baths, underwater massages, classical massages, and physiotherapy. A spa doctor compiles individual treatment plans.
Price Advantage Over Germany
A three-week spa stay with half board, medical supervision, and extensive treatments in Hévíz often costs 30-50% less than comparable cures in Germany. The Ensana hotels directly by the lake — the “Thermal Hévíz” and “Aqua” — provide access to the springs via underpasses.