Excursion destinations in Bad Elster and the surrounding area

Bad Elster spa park

Historical parks

The historical parks in Bad Elster offer the best conditions for relaxation. Numerous different areas invite you to walk and relax.

Exterior view with terrace of the Restaurant & Café Waldquelle in sunny weather

Restaurant & Café Waldquelle

The Waldquelle restaurant and café is a culinary highlight of the historic spa gardens in Bad Elster.

Flora temple in Bad Elster

Flora Temple

Idyllically located on the south side of Lake Louisa, the Flora Temple nestles in the beautiful nature of the spa park. Tall trees tower over its round domed roof, which rests on stone, Ionic columns.

The fingerboard of a violin in the hands of a man

Theater cafe

The theater café offers space for theater guests, guests of TheaterClub events and curious passers-by.

Goeltzschtal Bridge photographed from the ground looking up

Göltzschtal Bridge near Reichenbach

One of the most impressive buildings of the 19th century: The Göltzschtal Bridge near Reichenbach is the largest brick bridge in the world and spans the valley of the Göltzsch River with a total of 98 arches.

Calm waters of the Pöhl dam near Plauen

Pöhl dam near Plauen

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Give a voucher


Give the gift of a break from everyday life with vouchers from Sächsische Staatsbäder GmbH in an individual amount.

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Floating – very easy


Train your body awareness, feel the buoyancy of the brine and find inner peace.

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Sauna world Bad Elster


In the Vogtland sauna world, a sauna experience with brine awaits you indoors and outdoors.

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Opening times and tariffs


Find out more about our tariffs and opening times for the Soltherme & Sauna World Bad Elster.