Polish Travel [#25] - Health Resorts in Poland

The use of a unique microclimate, therapeutic properties and conditions, pristine nature, and exceptional geographical location are just some of the features of spa resorts. In Poland, there are currently 45, and the status granted is regulated by the 2005 Act on Spa Treatment. In addition to towns meeting the appropriate criteria, there are also spa areas. There are also those that have lost this status and two towns – Wieliczka and Międzyzdroje – which have sanatories without official spa status. Thus, this number is variable; however, it is noticeable that recent years have systematised and crystallised the list of those centres that can officially bear this prestigious title.

 

BENEFITS OF SPA STATUS

The status of a spa primarily allows for the operation of sanatorium activities. This ensures a constant and even flow of tourists throughout the year to a given town. As a result, complementary services such as hotels, restaurants, swimming pools, guesthouses, and similar facilities can operate. However, these are not the only benefits. The status itself contributes to increased interest in the region and multiplies the number of tourists visiting the centre.

 

TYPES OF SPA RESORTS

The climatic properties of individual spa resorts determine their specialisations and purposes in treating specific diseases and ailments. Some mountain springs and those utilising brine sources specialise in treating lung and respiratory diseases. Others treat joint diseases, skin conditions, or support the musculoskeletal system. There is also a sanatorium in Rabka-Zdrój specifically designated for children. 

 

LIST OF SPA RESORTS IN POLAND

 

DOLNOŚLĄSKIE

1) Cieplice Śląskie-Zdrój

2) Świeradów-Zdrój

3) Czerniawa-Zdrój

4) Duszniki-Zdrój

5) Jedlina-Zdrój

6) Kudowa-Zdrój

7) Lądek-Zdrój

8) Polanica-Zdrój

9) Szczawno-Zdrój

10) Przerzeczyn-Zdrój

11) Długopole-Zdrój

 

KUJAWSKO-POMORSKIE

1) Ciechocinek

2) Inowrocław

3) Wieniec-Zdrój

 

LUBELSKIE

1) Nałęczów

2) Krasnobród

 

ŁÓDZKIE

1) Uniejów

 

MAŁOPOLSKIE

1) Muszyna

2) Krynica-Zdrój

3) Piwniczna-Zdrój

4) Rabka-Zdrój

5) Szczawnica

6) Swoszowice

7) Wapienne

8) Wysowa-Zdrój

9) Żegiestów-Zdrój

 

MAZOWIECKIE

1) Konstancin-Jeziorna

 

PODKARPACKIE

1) Horyniec-Zdrój

2) Iwonicz-Zdrój

3) Polańczyk

4) Rymanów-Zdrój

 

PODLASKIE

1) Augustów

2) Supraśl

 

POMORSKIE

1) Sopot

2) Ustka

 

ŚLĄSKIE

1) Goczałkowice-Zdrój

2) Ustroń

 

ŚWIĘTOKRZYSKIE

1) Solec-Zdrój

2) Busko-Zdrój

 

WARMIŃSKO-MAZURSKIE

1) Gołdap

 

ZACHODNIOPOMORSKIE

1) Dąbki

2) Kamień Pomorski

3) Kołobrzeg

4) Połczyn-Zdrój

5) Świnoujście

 

SPREAD OF SPA RESORTS ON THE MAP OF POLAND

Not all, but most have the suffix -zdrój in their names. As can be seen, the most numerous are in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, with 11 spa resorts, followed by Małopolskie, with 9. Together, they constitute nearly half of all resorts in Poland. This situation can be justified by the mountainous location and the presence of mineral water springs. Spa resorts in Poland are found in thirteen voivodeships. None are located in the Greater Poland, Lubusz, or Opole Voivodeships.