Széchenyi Bath and Spa, Budapest
The Széchenyi Bath and Spa was the first thermal baths on
the Pest side of the capital (Budapest). The building was built in the
Neo-baroque style. In 1913, the complex was converted into a permanent bath
servicing the inhabitants of the city. Later on, the beach sites and the bathing
departments were added for both ladies and gentlemen. During the Cold War, a
group thermal section was added. In 1999, there was a complete reconstruction
of the swimming pools as modern equipment was added to improve water filtering
and circulation.
The Széchenyi is the largest medicinal bath in Europe and is world famous. The bath's
water is supplied by two thermal springs which have temperatures at 74 °C and
77 °C, respectively. The water at the bath is good for many joint illnesses,
chronic inflammations as well as orthopaedic post-treatments. The Széchenyi Bath
is very popular with both tourists and native Hungarians. It often receives excellent reviews from those who have experienced the bath. The bath can be found in
the City Park in Pest. If you ever visit Budapest, make sure you enjoy the waters of the Széchenyi Bath.
István
