Donautherme Ingolstadt
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- Thermal Baths & Spas
- Südliche Ringstraße 63, 85053 Ingolstadt
- Verified on May 30, 2026
Experience Pure Relaxation at Donautherme Ingolstadt
Donautherme Ingolstadt sits right in the heart of the city at Südliche Ringstraße 63, a modern thermal spa complex that reopened in autumn 2022 after a complete renovation. The architecture is clean and generous, with large glass fronts that let natural light flood the indoor pools. Three distinct areas make up the facility: the adventure pool for families, the adults-only thermal spa for ages 16 and up, and the sauna world with seven different saunas. The thermal water comes from an on-site spring, rising at 34°C, and is rich in minerals and trace elements that strengthen the immune system and relax the body.
The thermal spa area is the real highlight here. You’ll find a brine pool (34°C) where the saltwater gives you natural buoyancy, a champagne bath with fine bubbles, and a large thermal landscape with massage jets, neck showers, and underwater loungers. The cold water area includes an 18°C waterfall shower and a Kneipp basin. The sauna world offers seven distinct experiences: the Donausauna at 95°C with regular infusion ceremonies, the Feuersauna at 100°C with a crackling fireplace, and the Zirbensauna at 60°C where Swiss stone pine wood releases its calming, sleep-promoting scent. The sauna garden includes a pond landscape and an outdoor cooling pool at 30°C. For wellness, nine different massage treatments are available, from aroma oil to foot reflexology, in four treatment rooms.
This place works well for different types of visitors. Families head to the adventure pool with its wave pool, six slides, and Otti’s children’s world. Adults looking for quiet relaxation book the thermal spa or sauna world. The best times to visit are weekday mornings when it’s less crowded. What makes Donautherme special is how it combines a proper thermal spring experience with modern family-friendly facilities, all run by the city’s municipal utilities. The pool bar serves cocktails you can enjoy in the water, and the à-la-carte restaurant in the sauna world offers proper dining. Three-hour visits are typical, but you could easily spend a full day moving between the different zones.
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Wellness and Sauna Facilities at Donautherme Ingolstadt
The Donautherme Ingolstadt is organized into three distinct areas: the adventure pool, the spa (Therme), and the sauna world. The adventure pool is a family-focused water world with a wave pool, a children’s area called Otti’s Kinderwelt, a water playground, and a slide tower with six slides. It also includes a lap pool at roughly 26°C and additional indoor and outdoor pools kept between 32°C and 34°C.
The spa area is for guests aged 16 and older and features a brine pool, a sparkling champagne bath, a spring pool, a thermal pool with massage jets, a textile steam bath, and a cold water area with a waterfall shower and a pedal pool. The main pool temperature here is around 34°C.
The sauna world offers seven distinct saunas: the Donausauna (95°C), Zirbensauna (60°C), Feuersauna (100°C), Waldsauna (75°C), Hopfensauna (95°C), Finnische Sauna (90°C), and the Saunanest (80°C). There is also a Dampfbad (steam bath) at 45°C, a 44m² Bewegungsbecken (movement pool) at 34°C, and a 46m² Sauna Außenbecken (outdoor cooling pool) at 30°C. The sauna area opens onto a landscaped Saunagarten with a pond, and includes several relaxation lounges.
- Adventure pool
- Bewegungsbecken
- Bio Sauna
- Brine Pool
- Champagne bath
- Children's pool
- Cold plunge pool
- Cold water area
- Dampfbad
- Donausauna
- Feuersauna
- Finnish Sauna
- Hopfensauna
- Indoor thermal pool
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Amenities and Services for a Comfortable Visit
Donautherme Ingolstadt offers a solid range of services to round out your visit. In the wellness area, you’ll find a team of qualified therapists providing several types of massages, including Peelingmassage, Tiefenmassage, Aromaölmassage, Zirbenöl-Massage, Vitalisierende Massage, and Fußreflexzonenmassage. There’s also a Gesichtsbehandlung (facial treatment) available. The sauna world features regular Aufguss ceremonies with various scents, detailed in the current Aufgussplan you can download from their site.
For food and drink, the complex has three distinct options: a self-service restaurant in the adventure pool area, a pool bar in the spa serving cocktails you can enjoy in the water, and a modern à-la-carte restaurant in the sauna world. If you’re looking to work out, the wasserKRAFT fitness center is on-site with modern equipment. Swimming and swimming-style courses are also offered.
- Bar
- Cafe
- Free WiFi
- Guided tours
- Massage services
- Restaurant
- Wellness packages
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Health Benefits and Indications of Visiting Donautherme Ingolstadt
The thermal water at Donautherme Ingolstadt is rich in minerals and trace elements, which the official site says strengthens the immune system and has a relaxing, beneficial effect on the body. The brine pool (Solebecken) offers natural buoyancy that takes pressure off your joints and muscles, making it ideal for gentle exercise and stress relief. The Kneipp tretbecken (pedal pool) at 18°C is a classic hydrotherapy method that stimulates circulation, metabolism, and blood flow — it works wonders for tired limbs. The textile steam bath at 45°C promotes inner calm and general well-being, helping you switch off and recharge. Together, these water features support relaxation, immune function, and circulatory health.
- Adventure pool
- Bewegungsbecken
- Bio Sauna
- Brine Pool
- Champagne bath
- Children's pool
- Cold plunge pool
- Cold water area
- Dampfbad
- Donausauna
- Feuersauna
- Finnish Sauna
- Hopfensauna
Note: Wellness information is based on traditional use and publicly available descriptions and does not replace professional medical advice.
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Entry Prices and Admission Options at Donautherme Ingolstadt
Donautherme Ingolstadt uses a modular pricing system. The base entry is for the Erlebnisbad (adventure pool). A 2-hour adult ticket costs €20.50, a 4-hour ticket is €26.50, and a full-day pass (Tageskarte) runs €29.50. Children (1m to 15 years) pay €15.50 for 2 hours, €21.50 for 4 hours, or €23.00 for the day. Reduced rates for students, trainees, and severely disabled persons (GdB 50+) are €18.50/€24.50/€27.50.
To add the Therme (thermal bath), you pay a €4.50 surcharge on top of your Erlebnisbad ticket. Access to the Saunawelt (sauna world, which includes the Therme) costs a €12.00 surcharge. Both the Therme and Saunawelt are restricted to guests aged 16 and older. Seniors (60+) get a special deal: the Therme 60+ ticket is €22.50 for 4 hours (including the Erlebnisbad), and the Sauna 60+ ticket is €30.00 for 4 hours (including the Erlebnisbad and Therme), valid Monday through Friday before 1 PM.
Family tickets make sense for groups. The small family package (1 adult + 1 child) is €32.40 for 2 hours or €46.70 for a day. The large family package (2 adults + 1 child) is €50.80 for 2 hours or €72.90 for a day. Additional children cost €13.90 for 2 hours or €20.40 for a day. Children under 1 meter tall enter free, and you get free admission to the Erlebnisbad on your birthday (with ID). Rental items include a hand towel (€6.00), sauna towel (€6.00), bathrobe (€8.00), or a sauna package with both robe and towel (€12.00).
For the most current prices, including the After Work and After School specials, visit the official website.
Top Hotels and Stays near Donautherme Ingolstadt
Ingolstadt has a solid range of hotels within easy reach of Donautherme, from boutique properties with private saunas to reliable mid-range chains. Most are a short drive or taxi ride away, and several are close to the A9 motorway for easy access.
- BLOCK Hotel & Living – 3 km from Donautherme, 4-star boutique hotel with individually furnished rooms, a rooftop sauna area with city views, and free private parking. Some suites include a private balcony and in-room sauna. Good access to the A9 motorway and Audi factory.
- Ara Hotel Comfort – Central Ingolstadt location with easy motorway access. Modern 4-star hotel offering a spa area with sauna, solarium, and fitness room. Select suites have private terraces. Secure garage parking available.
- Maritim Hotel Ingolstadt – Well-rated hotel in Ingolstadt, popular with visitors to the area. Full-service property with standard amenities and good guest reviews on HolidayCheck.
- Hotel ENSO – Modern hotel in Ingolstadt with strong guest ratings (89% recommendation on HolidayCheck). Convenient base for visiting the therme and exploring the city.
- DONAUHOTEL Ingolstadt – Highly rated hotel (100% recommendation on HolidayCheck) with a 5.9 out of 6 guest score. Located in Ingolstadt, suitable for a comfortable stay near the therme.
- Bavaria Hotel – Mid-range option in Ingolstadt with a 99% recommendation rate on HolidayCheck. Reliable choice for budget-conscious visitors to Donautherme.
Location and Directions to Donautherme Ingolstadt
The Donautherme is located at Am Südfriedhof 1, 85053 Ingolstadt, right in the heart of the city. If you’re driving, take the A9 motorway to the Ingolstadt-Süd exit, then follow the B16 towards the city center. The therme has its own parking lot with about 600 spaces, and parking costs €2.50 per day. For public transport, take bus line 11 from Ingolstadt Hauptbahnhof to the „Am Südfriedhof“ stop – the journey takes about 10 minutes and the bus runs every 20 minutes during the day. From the stop it’s a 3-minute walk to the entrance.
- Südliche Ringstraße 63, 85053 Ingolstadt, Germany
- Ingolstadt Hauptbahnhof
- Munich Airport (MUC)
