When the hot days seem to go on forever, you should definitely treat yourself to a chance to cool off by the water. While many are often drawn to the Danube, a first-class alternative with an extra wellness factor bubbles up from the ground in the north . It’s the sodium-chloride-iodine mineral thermal spring at Therme Laa, which offers a relaxing alternative to the outdoor pool, allowing you to enjoy water with a skin-friendly pH value of 7.36.
Summer Alternative in the Weinviertel
Spanning a total area of a whopping 7,800 square meters, the Therme Laa features an incredibly spacious water world . The current summer spa season, running through September 6, 2026, proves that a thermal spa makes perfect sense even when outdoor temperatures are soaring. While you soak up plenty of sun outside on the spacious sunbathing lawn, you can then cool off in the refreshing outdoor pool.
If you’re looking for a particularly peaceful experience, glide into the open-air saltwater pool and listen to the gentle underwater music. A real summer highlight, however, is the resort’s own pool service when the weather is nice. Before you even leave the cool water, the staff will serve you ice-cold cocktails and drinks right at the edge of the pool.
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Cocktails by the Pool & Beach Vibes
The grounds also feature a laid-back beach bar with a real beach vibe, as well as a fully equipped food trailer. There, you’ll find crispy fries, burgers, and sweet pancakes as little treats for a quick snack—because a good swim is sure to make your stomach growl. Since its recent redesign in 2023, the outdoor area of the adjacent sauna world has also been given a completely new look.
Sauna in the Heart of Nature
The Kittenberger Erlebnisgärten in Lower Austria have carried out a resource-conserving renaturation of the grounds. As soon as you enter the clothing-optional area with sauna and spa for an additional 12.50 euros, you’ll be surrounded by a lush green landscape. The extensive greenery not only supports the local flora and fauna but also offers guests plenty of natural shaded spots for some much-needed relaxation.
A full-day pass to this facility currently costs 29.80 euros for adults. Since the spa is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., you can plan your time without any stress. So if you’re looking for a high-quality option far away from the usual hustle and bustle, Thermenplatz 1 in Laa is the perfect place to spend your summer day.
📍 Thermenplatz 1, 2136 Laa an der Thaya
🎟️ Admission €29.80 (sauna additional €12.50)
🕒 Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
