Spa Resort & Sauna Offers at the Alpentherme
At Alpentherme in Bad Hofgastein – your spa resort in Salzburger Land – you are able to enjoy the invigorating power of Gastein thermal water on 36,000 square meters. Immerse yourself completely in our variety-filled worlds, as you experience active recreation in the Panorama Pool of Relax World, unique thermal swimming lakes, the wide range of infusions and relaxation zones in Sauna World, as well as the slides and aquatic fun of Family World. In the mood for a spot of exercise? In that case, it’s time to head to Sports World – our spacious fitness center. If it’s pure pampering you are in the mood for, Beauty World is the place for men and women to be. And in Ladies World? As the name suggests, this is an exclusive oasis that women have all to themselves.
Time for genuine
Discover the wide range of offers in our Relax World!
Enjoy an activating bath in invigorating Gastein thermal water, treat yourself to a timeout from daily life, and restore your strength as you gaze out on the mountains of Hohe Tauern National Park. Unique: The 1300 m² thermal swimming lake, filled with 100% pure thermal water.
Thermal Swimming Lakes
Unique, genuine and pure – experience natural bathing enjoyment completely without chlorine in our thermal swimming lakes.
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Time for Relaxation
If you enjoy sweating in the sauna, you will feel gloriously comfortable in our Sauna World.
A variety of saunas invite you to stretch out and relax. The view from the Crystal Sauna overlooking the 370 m² Crystal Lake is magnificent. On our sauna show days from Thursday to Sunday, you will be able to experience special sauna infusions. Tip: Ladies World is a separate sauna area exclusively for women.
Time for Her
"Just for women" says it all in Ladies World.
Sauna, steam bath, quiet zones and much more await you in this special area. Treat yourself to a laid-back day of wellness with your girlfriends. Needless to say, admission to the ladies-only area is automatically included in the ticket price for Alpentherme Gastein!
Time for fun
Marvelous aquatic adventures in Family World.
Kids love action and being constantly in motion. Here, they are immediately greeted by two slides in the indoor area - along with a multimedia dome and lazy river. Meanwhile, the outdoor area of Family World is also impossible to resist, with its playground and table tennis as well as a 4-lane wave slide and a new paddling pool for small children. Discover our family attractions for yourself!
Time for beauty
Beauty World: the feel-good place for body and soul!
In the mood for a relaxing massage, an invigorating peel, or maybe a complete pampering program? Beauty World at the Alpentherme fulfills Her and His every wish.
Time for exercise
In Sports World, you can burn calories on the treadmill and build muscle through strength training.
In the fitness center at the Alpentherme - Sports World - you will truly earn the regeneration which comes next in our spa resort & sauna. If you want to give your training a solid foundation, do a fitness check and develop a personal training plan in our Sports Medicine department.
Our relaxation and activity program
Did you know that aquacise can be really quite strenuous? If you would like to exercise in the water under the supervision of our professional fitness coaches, we highly recommend our Relax & Active program, offered to guests of our spa resort for free every day.
Dining in our self-service restaurant
Whenever you have an appetite, big or small, during your visit to the Alpentherme, our self-service restaurant is happy to oblige. Your selection will include typical regional specialties, healthy dishes with lots of vegetables, crispy salads, and lots of sweet treats. Also be sure to visit our terrace with view of the Gastein mountains.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my baby/small child to the Alpentherme with me?
Naturally. In our Family World we provide a separate area for small children including a baby pool (in- and outdoors) and changing station. Baby buggies and bottle warmers are available for you to use free of charge. Please note that your child must wear swim diapers, which may also be purchased in our bathing shop.
Can I borrow bathing items at the Alpentherme?
Bathing items may be borrowed for a fee from the ticket desk of Alpentherme Gastein.
Do I have to wear bathing slippers?
No, though we strongly recommend that guests do wear bathing slippers throughout the Alpentherme. For a small fee, these may be borrowed from the ticket desk of the Alpentherme.
Is there a swimming lake at the Alpentherme?
Yes, we actually have two thermal swimming lakes. Emerald Lake in Relax World and Crystal Lake in Sauna World. Filled with 100 % thermal water. The water is cleaned by means of an organic filtration system without added chlorine. Bathing in these lakes is especially beneficial for people with skin allergies! Emerald Lake is open from May to October, whilst Crystal Like is open year-round.
May I use Beauty World without actually visiting the spa resort itself?
Beauty World is located on the 1st floor of the Alpentherme and is also accessible via an external entrance, meaning you don’t have to go through the actual spa resort.
Is there a special area for families?
Alpentherme Gastein features Family World just for families. Aside from an area especially for small children, the Multimedia Dome, Black Hole rafting slide, a speed slide and Lazy River promise non-stop variety. In the outdoor area, you are greeted by a 4-track wave slide and small-child area from May to October. This way to Family World.
Is there a locker for every bathing guest of the Alpentherme?
Yes, in changing rooms 1 and 2 there are plenty of lockers available to visitors. For school classes, we provide a separate group changing room.
Do you receive a gift on your birthday?
If you visit Alpentherme Gastein on your birthday, we will give you free entrance to the spa resort on that day – please bring a photo ID with you!
Can I take my mobile device with me everywhere in the Alpentherme?
No, mobile phones, smartphones, tablets and PCs are not permitted anywhere in the sauna area or in Ladies World. We ask our bathing guests to respect the privacy of others throughout the spa resort and not to photograph anybody.
Can loungers be reserved in advance?
During your stay at Alpentherme Gastein, you will have around 1400 loungers available to you (indoors and out). It is not possible to reserve specific loungers.
Does the Alpentherme have parking?
Yes, there is plenty of parking right here at Alpentherme Gastein. Parking is free during your visit to the Alpentherme. Please validate your parking ticket at the ticket desk as you leave the Alpentherme.
Is the “Relax & Active” program included with admission to the Alpentherme?
Yes, the daily Relax & Active program is included in the cost of admission to the Alpentherme. Please consult starting times which are posted at the attendants’ desks!
Are visits to the Alpentherme possible for pregnant women?
In general, you should have no concerns about visiting Alpentherme Gastein during pregnancy. However, we always advise you to consult your own doctor first.
What are the special characteristics of thermal water?
Gastein thermal water is weakly mineralized and contains the natural noble gas radon. It is used as a therapeutic in our Health Center as ordered by a physician. The thermal water at Alpentherme Gastein has had the radon removed.
What is the water temperature of the different pools?
Relax World: 33 – 34 degrees Celsius; pool on the Spitz: 36 – 37 degrees; sports pool: 24 – 25 degrees; Family World: 31 – 32 degrees; mountain lake warm: 33 – 34 degrees; mountain lake cold: 24 – 25 degrees;
Where can I store my valuables?
We have safes available in the entrance lobby for the storage of jewelry as well as larger amounts of cash (1 € deposit). Always wear your data-storage bracelet on your wrist in order to avoid any inconveniences.
Do we have free Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available in the self-service restaurant, in Sports World and the dialysis station. 2 internet terminals are located in the lobby. Price euro 0.50 for 20 minutes.