Harkány Thermal Spa and Open-Air Bath

The renovated in 2024 thermal bath features outdoor pools with restored surfaces and shades, including one fully covered, one semi-covered, and one open medicinal pool, totaling 2,098 m² of water surface, 110–153 cm depth, and 34–38 °C temperature, providing healing for our guests (the water rises from 50–70 meters depth at an average temperature of 62 °C). Significant results can be achieved in the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal and joint diseases, osteoporosis, chronic gynecological inflammations, and lymph circulation disorders, as the water contains over 1,000 mg of minerals per liter. Harkány medicinal water is also proven to alleviate the symptoms of psoriasis.

Interestingly, outside of our town, there are only two other places in the world where this disease can be treated effectively.

As mentioned earlier, the main component of the medicinal water is carbonyl sulfide, which is absorbed 150 times more efficiently than other sulfur compounds (e.g., sulfates). The sulfur absorbed plays an important role in replenishing sulfur-containing compounds in cartilage and is proven to integrate into the body. Previous studies have shown that Harkány medicinal water also has a beneficial effect on women with chronic gynecological inflammations, as 30% of the treated sterile women became pregnant. You can learn more about the water composition and other details on the Harkány Thermal and Beach Bath website. With our gallery, you can visually explore what the location offers.

On the renovated upper floor of the thermal bath building, visitors can experience true Wellness and Spa treatments in addition to the healing effects of the medicinal water. Modern baths nowadays would hardly function without sauna, whirlpool, massage pools, and cosmetic and massage salons, as the rejuvenating treatments not only improve general well-being but also help maintain youthfulness and beauty. Of course, all of this is available at Harkány Thermal Bath, and on our site we aim to present all options in detail, including galleries:

• Show bath, which awaits guests in a wonderful environment. The retractable roof allows guests to enjoy the sun from our whirlpool and jacuzzi pools.
• Whirlpool, jacuzzi, pools with 32–33 °C water, equipped with massage jets, neck showers, and bubble beds.
• Sauna, steam cabin, traditional Finnish origin.
• Paraffin treatment to improve blood circulation.
• Wave massage for cellulite reduction.
• Ear candling to alleviate hearing-related complaints.
• Cupping therapy with vacuum to relieve muscle tension.
• Body massage with essential oils, vacuum, or honey
• Reflex zone massage to stimulate nerve endings on the feet.
• Chocolate massage
• BEMER, which uniquely improves oxygen and blood circulation throughout the body, supports metabolism, strengthens the immune system, and enhances the body’s self-healing ability.

Thanks to the section opened in 2021, the spa offers experiences even in bad weather, and for sauna lovers, there is a complete Sauna World. The new wing of European standard provides all-day entertainment for ages 0 to 99. Nowadays, the spa regularly hosts night swimming events with DJs providing music, cocktails are available at the bar to quench your thirst, or if you prefer, you can retreat to the sauna at 9 p.m. and release your tired steam. What does Harka Vízivilág offer?

• Water depth: 95 cm – 1.2 m
• Water temperature: 30 – 32 °C
• 766 m² water surface
• 3 slides, two fully enclosed, going outside the building and returning – in winter, this is a really interesting experience, beyond just sliding. The third is designed for families or friends, where multiple people can scream on the way to the water. The only “victims” are the swimmers in the pool, who will surely need to wipe their faces after a daring slide. 🙂
• Adventure pool, which you reach after the slides. It also has a diving tower, which is not recommended to jump off belly first. 🙂 The climbing wall is great for ever-active children or young people, or for those wanting a challenge. The current channel is an artificially flowing water tunnel, as if swimming in a river. In the middle, a jacuzzi provides a retreat for those giving up the struggle. 🙂
• Experience pool with water massage elements including neck showers, reclining and seated underwater massage benches. Very useful for parents who want to watch their kids while enjoying their own relaxation.
• Outdoor open beach and swimming pool, which, in favorable weather, usually from late spring to early summer, complements the beach and indoor adventure center. This section offers spacious outdoor pools divided into two areas with several swimming lanes and built-in seating and lounge areas.

More information can be found on the Spa website. View our Harka Vízivilág photo gallery here!

The outdoor children’s section opened in May 2022 functions as a beach supplement in good weather and is accessible with a spa ticket. It consists of four pools with a total water surface of 550 m². For the children’s delight, there are several slides, water sprayers, climbing structures, and water obstacle courses, making pool time truly fun. With water depths ranging from 25 to 100 cm, children from toddlers to teenagers can all find something suitable for them.

• Water depth: 25 – 100 cm
• Water temperature: 35 – 37 °C
• 550 m² water surface
• Parrot pool with three slides to suit everyone’s height preference. The mini slide, spiral slide, and Water Castle tube slide all offer fun. Parents be prepared, as kids will spend lots of time here!
• Duckweed pool: a real adventure! The Water Trail provides unforgettable experiences, designed for adrenaline-loving children. No worries if balance isn’t perfect at first; ropes help prevent falls.
• Waterfall pool: stand under the waterfall and refresh! Or behind it, enjoying the sound of cascading water in front of your nose!
• Fish pool with a large slide for the most adventurous kids and adults alike!

More information is available on the Spa website. See the Outdoor Adventure Kingdom photos in the gallery!

The spotlight is on the little ones, indoors! The section opened in 2017 has two modern pools and numerous adventure elements. One is a paddling pool with a waterfall and treasure cave for the youngest (0 – 6 years), while older children (4 – 14 years) enjoy a pirate ship slide and water cannon with 50 cm deep water.

In summer and good weather, who wouldn’t want a refreshing dip in this beautiful region of South Baranya, close to Villány’s premium wines or the historic Siklós Castle? Harkány Beach’s 13.5-hectare ancient park offers outdoor swimming pools, a competition pool, a children’s pool, and slides from May to October. The spa provides pleasant, high-quality areas for family sunbathing, play, sports, and dining. Every member of the family can find the most enjoyable activity for themselves. To serve this, there are 20 restaurants, 15 buffets, and 59 other shops and service providers. View our gallery here!

The Butterfly Pool at Harkány Beach and Thermal Spa – with a surface area of 1460 m² and 1520 m² – is one of the largest facilities of its kind in Central Europe, with water temperatures of 26–28°C on the left side and 30–32°C on the right, featuring a gradually deepening design.

Thanks to this design, even the smallest children can bathe together with the family, so there is no strict need to retreat to the kids’ pool if someone cannot swim. The sitting areas along the edges and the shallow steps at the entrances provide almost countless resting spots. Those looking for more active fun can enjoy the central parts of the pools.

In summer, the beach hosts nighttime swimming with music, naturally at the Butterfly Pool. On these occasions, the best DJs and today’s star performers provide the soundtrack – well, they would, because beneath our feet there’s only water! Fun for kids, youth, and adults alike, usually free with the daily ticket! 🙂

❗+1 extra for 2024: The newest slide park next to the Butterfly Pool has OPENED, now offering a total of 12 slides for visitors ❗

Harkány, Butterfly Pool, new slide park opened in 2024

On sunny days, the little ones are welcomed by the renovated outdoor children’s pool with water play elements, with a water temperature of 30–35°C and a surface area of 220 m². The gradually deepening pool’s big favorite is the rainbow slide, where the youngest can show their bravery, and once they manage to slide down, it can be quite a challenge to get them out. 🙂 Parents are only allowed to accompany and support the children in this pool – swimming is not permitted. Sunbeds can also be rented directly beside the pool, making a little afternoon nap possible after enjoying an ice cream, American hot dog, or mini donut.

The outdoor sports pool of the thermal bath, also hosting prestigious events such as the Harkány Sprint International Swimming Competition, spans 1050 m² with water temperatures of 20–24 °C for athletes in dedicated lanes. Other lanes are open for jumping enthusiasts: diving, cannonball, somersaults—all can be tried together, making it a lifelong experience in Harkány! 🙂 Located in a more secluded part of the bath, the sports pool features shaded areas, beautiful flowers, and banana trees—ideal for those who want a quiet swim in cool water.

On May 1, 2016, Harkány opened a completely new modern slide park with 7 slides, free and unlimited to use with a bath ticket. On the Xavin website, we aim to show the experience each slide offers…

• Family: similar to the indoor Harka Water World red (family) slide, located on the lowest level. Advantage: up to 4–5 people can slide side by side, so older kids can share the experience with the whole family!
• Snake: on the second level for braver visitors. Perfect for timed slides on the enclosed green slide. The exit curve guarantees a giant splash—who will be faster?
• Turbolance: also on the second level, can be slid with one or two-person mats. Kids can sit with parents; two adults can slide together—guaranteed speed and excitement!
• Kamikaze: third floor, for the truly brave and minimum 120 cm shoulder height. Steep and thrilling, but safe!
• UFO: minimum shoulder height required. Suitable for advanced sliders seeking the best strategy to navigate its length, curves, and steepness.
• Half-closed/half-open slide: one or two-person mats, adult accompaniment allowed if below minimum height. Features multiple curves and slopes.
• Onion Slide: multiple slides in one; riders can circle 2–3 times before reaching the pool. Minimum shoulder height required.

Besides bathing, sports and other recreational activities are available. These include, but are not limited to:

• Beach Volleyball
• Beach Soccer
• Skittles at two locations
• Table Tennis with equipment rental
• Giant Chess
• Playground
• Large green area and old park, with shaded and sunny spots
• Various buffets with quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and tasty food