Right in the middle of Austria, there’s a place that transports you straight to a cozy sandy beachunder real palm trees. About a 2.5-hour drive from Vienna lies a spacious spa complex that offers a genuine South Seas vibe at 35 degrees Celsius. When the weather is right, the huge glass roof opens up, so you suddenly find yourself in a spacious open-air spa with fresh air guaranteed.
As soon as you enter the 1,000-square-meter winter garden, you’ll immediately feel the warm air. You can settle right in on one of the whirlpool loungers in the thermal lagoon, or order a refreshing drink at the pool bar by the outdoor pool. Also waiting for you there is the 36-degree brine bath, which not only relaxes you but also noticeably strengthens your immune system.
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A movie theater in the water and exotic fish
A special visual highlight is the darkened Colorama Pool with a 15-meter-wide movie screen. There, relaxing films of distant South Sea beaches play while gentle underwater music accompanies you through the 34-degree water. In contrast, the so-called Coral Grotto offers a true natural experience with a 20,000-liter aquarium full of exotic fish.
An entire village to work up asweat in
If you’re looking for the ultimate wellness experience, the “AusZeit” ticket—starting at 50 euros on weekdays—is well worth it. It also gives you access to a massive sauna village spanning over 4,000 square meters, which is exclusively for adults 16 and older. There, you can choose from over 40 different saunas and relaxation areas.
The selection ranges from a “Mountain Crystal” infusion sauna at 80 degrees to the intense “Poacher” infusion sauna at 90 degrees. Afterward, you can cool off in style at the hotel’s own mountain lake, which offers a beautiful view. Finally, special luxury loungers in the air-conditioned relaxation chalets round out this relaxing day trip.
🌴 Location: Tropicana Bad Schallerbach
📍 Region: Bad Schallerbach, Upper Austria
💶 Admission: “AusZeit” day pass starting at 50 euros (Mon–Fri), 52 euros on weekends
⏰ Hours: Monday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to midnight
