Hungary has the second-largest reserve of surface thermal water in the world (after Iceland) with hundreds of warm springs spouting forth curative waters that have assisted many thousands in regaining health. Lake Balaton, Central Europe's largest freshwater lake, is a veritable paradise for families with small children, as well as lovers of yachting and of resort life.

Spa Culture

Hungary is a land of thermal water. The spa culture has a nearly 2,000 year history in Budapest. Budapest has the richest supply of thermal water among the capitals of the world. The amount of thermal water used in Budapest is roughly equal to two million bath tubs per day.

There are approximately 450 public baths in Hungary. Nowadays the trend shows that bath operators are modernizing their facilities and expanding the services offered. A total of 50 of the 160 public baths are qualified
as spas throughout the country. Services are offered for healing purposes.

These spas provide every type of balneal and physical therapy. Throughout history bathing and spa tourism has always played an important role in Hungary.