If you’re looking for true relaxation this weekend, a trip to southeastern Styria is well worth it. About two hours from Vienna, you’ll find a resort that’s clearly divided into an adventure area and a quiet premium oasis. Whether you’re there as a family or in the separate adults-only area, you’ll find everything your heart desires—from a sauna area to healing thermal waters.
Adventure or tranquility: The choice is yours
At first, many guests head to the main thermal baths because that’s where the regular pools and large slides are located. However, if you want to completely escape the noise, it’s best to book directly into the so-called Schaffelbad. This is a terraced area that’s only accessible to those 16 and older.
This ensures a consistently low noise level, so you can actually read or relax undisturbed on the numerous cozy loungers. In addition, the sprawling complex features several small thermal pools that blend harmoniously into the hillside. This means that while bathing on the upper levels, you’ll enjoy a sweeping view of the Styrian rolling hills.
Sauna Village and Styrian Delicacies
Before venturing back into the warm water, you can work up a good sweat in the 50-square-meter panoramic sauna. Afterward, cool off in the cold-temperature courtyard pool —because a proper cool-down is an essential part of the sauna experience.
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You don’t have to leave the premium area of the spa when you get hungry—you can simply stay right there and relax. Instead, the on-site restaurant serves up delicious Austrian cuisine, so you can comfortably enjoy a generous portion of quark strudel while still in your bathrobe.
Although the day pass starts at €61 this year, it’s a noticeably worthwhile extra cost for this separate relaxation area. After all, that’s why people go to the thermal baths—to fully recharge their batteries.
📍 Loipersdorf Thermal Resort & Schaffelbad
🗺️ Address: Thermenstraße 152, 8282 Bad Loipersdorf
💸 Admission: Thermal baths and water park starting at €46 (Schaffelbad—adults only—starting at €61)
⏰ Hours: Daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM; Fridays until 11:00 PM
