Wellness holiday in the spring – Top Spa Hotels outside Germany

Combine a short break with a spa stay – we'll show you five top spa hotels outside Germany. Look beyond Germany's borders.

Wellness holidays in Iceland – The Blue Lagoon

At the heart of this geothermal spa is the Blue Lagoon, with about 60.5 million liters of water. Surrounded by iconic Icelandic volcanic landscapes, the lagoon is well worth a visit. Our advice: try the famous salt massage offered at the hotel. Pamper yourself with a mud mask and explore the local sights, especially the natural beauty and unique landscapes.

Wellness holidays in the Czech Republic – hot springs and beautiful parks

Combine a spa break with a short trip to the Czech Republic. Located in a beautiful park in the old part of Karlovy Vary, the Richmond Hotel offers everything you would expect from a spa weekend: underwater massage, carbonated hot springs and the city's more than 600 years of spa tradition. In a free moment, enjoy the view and the city's 19th-century architecture with its 20th-century renovations.

Wellness holidays in Hungary – Király Bath

One of the oldest bathhouses in Budapest, Király Bath has an octagonal shape and was built in 1566 for the pasha during the Ottoman era. Today, the architecture of the bathing complex attracts at least as many tourists as the hot springs themselves, while the relaxed atmosphere offers a chance to get to know Budapest better.

Wellness holidays in Tuscany, Italy – recovery and good food

Fonteverde Natural Spa offers a memorable spa stay in the sunny province of Tuscany. This luxurious Renaissance building offers water therapies, hydro-massage and feel-good spa treatments. Its specialties include facial treatments with olive oil, honey and mud. Taste the cuisine of Tuscany and take a short trip to Pienza or Cetona.

Traditional spa and wellness holidays in Turkey

It is worth taking a longer trip to Turkey: Kervansaray Bursa Hotel has a spectacular spa. The historic complex, associated with Sultan Murat I and more than 700 years of bathing tradition, offers mineral masks and traditional kese exfoliation. The Roman and Ottoman architectural heritage will also fascinate you.