Holidays in Baden
Baden is a magical spa resort located in the eastern Vienna Woods, surrounded by mineral springs, green parks, lush gardens, and cozy squares. The town boasts a rich history and has welcomed such famous visitors as the Habsburgs and Beethoven.
What makes Baden so appealing?
Baden is one of Austria's premier thermal resorts, with a history dating back to Roman times. It boasts numerous authentic Roman baths, renowned for their healing properties and a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere. The resort boasts 15 baths, 13 of which are warm. The key medicinal component is calcium sulfate.
The Kurhaus is the town's main landmark and its signature feature. Equally interesting and significant are the Gothic church and the town hall. Also worthy of special attention are Austria's largest rose garden and the Imperial Castle, home to 70 wine restaurants and over 120 surrounding vineyards.
A holiday in Baden is a wonderful opportunity to combine wellness treatments with fascinating excursions.
The city is filled with parks, gardens, interesting buildings, and numerous atmospheric and secluded spots. Worth visiting are the ancient Vienna aqueduct, the ruins of the 12th-century Raucheneck Castle, Château Weilburg, and the ruined Rauchenstein Castle (12th century).
Also worth visiting in the vicinity of Baden are the Mayerling hunting lodge, where Crown Prince Rudolf of Austria and Baroness Maria von Vetsera were discovered dead in 1889. Also worth visiting is Heiligenkreuz Abbey, with its 11th-century Romanesque church and the tombs of several members of the Babenberg family.