Discover Schlangenbad
Accommodation in Schlangenbad
Thermal waters in two different locations
Thermal waters and spa culture give Schlangenbad a distinctive character. The outdoor thermal pool is located at the edge of the forest above the upper spa park. Its pool is refilled daily and offers thermal water at 24 to 26 °C. The Aeskulap Therme, by contrast, is right in the centre of Schlangenbad next to the spa park; there you can bathe in fresh spring water at around 32 °C. The different locations and water temperatures give you a clear guide when deciding which bathing spot better suits your plans for your stay.
The sauna facilities in Schlangenbad include a Finnish sauna with infusions at 85 to 90 °C, a bio sauna at 55 °C and a gentler steam bath at 45 °C with 100 percent humidity. Alongside the two thermal-water facilities, you can therefore choose from different types of heat. If you are travelling with children or in a group, you can take into account when planning your day whether you want to focus on a day at the baths or a sauna visit. The temperatures listed can help you distinguish between the options based on the type of warmth you prefer.
The locations can help guide your choice of a holiday apartment.
Culture at the Historic Café Hall
The Historic Café Hall was built at the end of the 19th century as an extension to the Kaiserhof Hotel; the town hall is now located in the hotel. Today, the café hall is used as a cultural and meeting venue and is considered the last building of its kind. It also stands as an example of the tradition of colonnades in the great spa towns of the 19th century. The building thus tells not only its own story, but also brings to life a distinctive aspect of the spa culture of that era.
For more than 40 years, the Schlangenbad Cultural Association has hosted music, chansons, readings and cabaret at the Historic Café Hall. These different formats offer a range of ways to include culture in your stay: if you enjoy listening, you can look out for music or chansons; if you appreciate literature or stage performances, readings and cabaret offer other options to consider. For a trip with several generations or a variety of interests, culture can be considered as a focus in its own right, alongside the bathing facilities.
June in the spa park and an excursion into the surrounding area
Every year in June, the Schlangenbad Herb Days take place in the spa park. They include an herb market and a varied supporting programme. If you are travelling in June, you can include the Herb Days in your plans as a seasonal event.
For another perspective on Schlangenbad, take the path via Kuckucksley to Musensitz. From there, you can enjoy views of the Rhine Valley and Schlangenbad. As described here, the route connects a named viewpoint with two sights in the immediate vicinity of the destination. The excursion therefore offers a way to explore the surrounding area as well as the attractions in town.
These differences can help you decide on the focus of your trip and the right location for your holiday apartment in Schlangenbad.
If you would like to explore other destinations, you can also find Waldems, Kiedrich, Niedernhausen, Hünstetten, Geisenheim, Oestrich-Winkel, Walluf and Lorch.
For the wider travel overview: Rheingau-Taunus District.