Kyffhäuser-Therme
- 3.9 (604)
- Thermal Baths & Spas
- August-Bebel-Platz 9, 06567 Bad Frankenhausen/Kyffhäuser
- Verified on May 30, 2026
Experience Pure Relaxation at Kyffhäuser-Therme
Kyffhäuser-Therme sits at the heart of Bad Frankenhausen, a certified saltwater spa town in Thuringia with a history of healing that stretches back centuries. The architecture blends modern thermal bathing with a nod to regional history, and the entire complex runs on water from the certified Kyffhäuser spring, a local source that supplies the thermal baths with mineral-rich brine. The indoor pools are heated to around 35°C, and the facility’s five brine pools, wildwater channel, and giant water slide give the place a playful, energetic feel that sets it apart from quieter, more meditative thermal spas.
The main attractions here balance family-friendly action with genuine wellness. The brine pools include massage jets, waterfalls, and whirlpools, while the outdoor brine pool lets you float through the changing seasons. The sauna area is the real highlight, with five different saunas including the “Kaisergrotte” earth sauna, where a brick fireplace and temperatures up to 100°C create a rustic, almost medieval atmosphere. The “Kaiserpfalz” log sauna hits around 85°C with herbal infusions, and there’s a biosaura at 50°C for beginners and children. After heating up, you cool down at the ice fountain, the plunge pool, or the saltwater graduated wall. The Dead Sea salt grotto, lined with Himalayan salt and original Dead Sea salt from Jordan, stays at 22°C with 60% humidity and uses nebulized brine from the Kyffhäuser spring for inhalation therapy. The wellness philosophy here is practical: use the local brine for everything from relaxation baths to medical treatments for skin and respiratory conditions.
This is a spa that works for almost everyone. Families come for the water slide and the kids’ water world. Couples and solo visitors book massages and wellness packages. Health-focused guests use the physiotherapy, rehab sports, and medical baths. The best times to visit are weekday mornings, when the school groups and crowds thin out. What makes Kyffhäuser-Therme genuinely special is its dual identity: it’s a proper Kurort with serious medical credentials, but it never forgets that thermal bathing should also be fun. The panoramic relaxation room with a view of Bad Frankenhausen’s leaning tower is a nice bonus. Note that the facility closes on March 1, 2025 for a major renovation and is expected to reopen in 2028.
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Wellness and Sauna Facilities at Kyffhäuser-Therme
The Kyffhäuser-Therme centers on five brine pools (Solebecken) that include an indoor leisure pool with water attractions, a children’s water world, and a warm outdoor brine pool for year-round swimming. A wildwater channel and a giant water slide add activity. For cooling off, you’ll find a cold plunge pool, an ice fountain, and experience showers. The sauna landscape features five distinct saunas: a bio sauna at around 50°C, a Finnish steam bath (Finnisches Dampfbad) at roughly 48°C, a traditional Finnish sauna reaching up to 85°C, the log-built Blockhaussauna “Kaiserpfalz” at about 80°C, and the earth sauna “Kaisergrotte,” which heats to 100°C and has a fireplace. Outdoor areas include a sauna garden with a foot reflexology path and a saltwater graduated wall (Gradierwand). After your sauna session, relax in the panoramic relaxation room with views of the Leaning Tower of Bad Frankenhausen. A separate Dead Sea salt grotto (Totes-Meer-Salzgrotte) uses Himalayan salt and original Dead Sea salt from Jordan, with nebulized brine from the local Kyffhäuser spring. Sunbathing lawns and loungers are available both indoors and outdoors.
- Adventure pool
- Bio Sauna
- Children's pool
- Cold plunge pool
- Finnish Sauna
- Indoor thermal pool
- Lap pool
- Outdoor Thermal Pool
- Relaxation lounge
- Salt grotto
- Steam Bath
- Sunbathing lawn
- Whirlpool
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Amenities and Services for a Comfortable Visit
The Kyffhäuser-Therme offers a range of services to complement your visit. In the wellness oasis, you can book various massages, relaxation baths, soft pack applications, and combined wellness packages. Specific treatments include cosmetic foot care and cosmetic treatments. The on-site gastronomy provides food and drinks. For health-focused guests, the therme offers physiotherapy, manual therapy, lymphatic drainage, medical baths, and respiratory therapy with sole inhalation. Active courses and rehabilitation sports are also available. A shop is present for purchasing gifts and spa products. Parking is available on-site.
- Beauty treatments
- Massage services
- Parking
- Physiotherapy
- Restaurant
- Spa shop
- Wellness packages
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Health Benefits and Indications of Visiting Kyffhäuser-Therme
The Kyffhäuser-Therme draws its therapeutic power from the certified Kyffhäuser brine source used across its five indoor and outdoor saltwater pools. Bathing in the 35°C brine pools supports circulation and eases joint pain, while the mineral-rich water helps relieve muscle tension after a long day. The on-site Totes-Meer-Salzgrotte (Dead Sea salt grotto), lined with Himalayan salt and original Dead Sea salt from Jordan, is designed for inhalation therapy. Spending time in this grotto can help clear the respiratory tract and support immune function, making it a useful treatment for those with chronic respiratory conditions. The Roman steam bath offers a gentle, moist heat that promotes detoxification and soothes the skin. For more targeted care, the physio & health department provides medical treatments including manual therapy, lymphatic drainage, physiotherapy, breathing therapy, brine inhalation, and medicated baths. These are complemented by Aktivkurse (active courses) in water and the gym that support metabolism and long-term fitness.
- Adventure pool
- Bio Sauna
- Children's pool
- Cold plunge pool
- Finnish Sauna
- Indoor thermal pool
- Lap pool
- Outdoor Thermal Pool
- Relaxation lounge
- Salt grotto
- Steam Bath
- Sunbathing lawn
- Whirlpool
Note: Wellness information is based on traditional use and publicly available descriptions and does not replace professional medical advice.
Water Temperature
- 35
Entry Prices and Admission Options at Kyffhäuser-Therme
The Kyffhäuser-Therme operates a straightforward pricing system with separate rates for the Badelandschaft (pool area) and the Saunalandschaft (sauna area, which includes pool access). In the Badelandschaft, adults pay €12 for 2 hours, €14 for 4 hours, or €17 for a day ticket. Children and reduced-tariff visitors pay €10 (2h), €12 (4h), or €14 (day ticket). For the Saunalandschaft, adult tickets cost €16.50 (2h), €18.50 (4h), or €21.50 (day ticket); reduced rates are €14.50, €16.50, and €18.50 respectively. A visit to the Totes-Meer-Salzgrotte (Dead Sea salt grotto) costs €10 for adults and €6 for children and students. Children under 3 enter the grotto free, and children shorter than 1m get free access to the Badelandschaft. The Familientag deal offers 2 hours in the Badelandschaft from Monday to Friday: two adults plus one child costs €28, two adults plus two children €34, and each additional child €8.50. There’s also a 10% discount when you buy a prepaid Geldwertkarte (€25, €50, or €100 value). For the most up-to-date pricing and any seasonal offers, check the official website.
Top Hotels and Stays near Kyffhäuser-Therme
Bad Frankenhausen is a compact spa town, so most hotels are within walking distance of the Kyffhäuser-Therme. Here are the best options based on guest reviews and location.
- Hotel-Restaurant Thüringer Hof – 400 m from the therme, this 16th-century hotel sits right in the historic center. It offers solid mid-range comfort with an on-site restaurant. Guest rating 8.2, prices from around €115 per night.
- Hotel garni Anger 5 – 500 m walk to the therme. A modern, no-frills hotel with free private parking and a terrace. Rooms are spacious and clean. Guest rating 8.5, prices from around €105.60 per night.
- Hotel Residenz Bad Frankenhausen – 600 m from the therme. This 4-star hotel has its own wellness area with an indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, and massage services. Guest rating 8.1, prices from around €110.40 per night.
- Waldgaststätte Sennhütte – 1.4 km from the therme, set in the woods above town. A budget-friendly option with a restaurant and beer garden. Guest rating 7.1, prices from around €89 per night.
- Komforthotel Kaiserhof – 10 km away in Kelbra. A comfortable option if you have a car, offering solid business-class amenities at a reasonable price point.
Location and Directions to Kyffhäuser-Therme
The Kyffhäuser-Therme is located at August-Bebel-Platz 9, 06567 Bad Frankenhausen, in the state of Thuringia. If you’re driving, take the A71 or A38 autobahn. From either autobahn exit, it’s about 15 minutes to the therme. For public transport, the nearest train station is in Heldrungen, from where you can continue by bus. There are 80 standard parking spaces directly at the therme, plus 5 barrier-free spots and 2 spaces with an electric charging station (Type 2, 22 kW each). Additional parking is available at the “Untergelgen” lot.
- August-Bebel-Platz 9, 06567 Bad Frankenhausen/Kyffhäuser, Germany
- Bahnhof Heldrungen
- Erfurt
