Wellness Wellness Wellness Wellness up hill and down dale The pleasant climatic and natural conditions of the Liberec Region are perfect for relaxing and recharging your batteries. The spa town of Lázně Libverda, located in the heart of the Jizerské Hory Mountains, offers treatment by healing mineral springs. The springs are used either for drinking treatment or for healing baths. The spa caters to patients with diseases of the musculoskeletal system, heart, and blood stream. The spa village of Lázně Kundratice, which is located in the popular recreation area on the south side of the Ještěd crest, is one of the oldest spas in Bohemia using the mud bath treatment. The baths in the sulphur-ferrous mud are beneficial for patients suffering from diseases of the musculoskeletal system; the treatment is complemented by various massages, hydrotherapy, acupuncture, and chiropractic methods. The treatment of respiratory diseases is available in the established health resort in Martinovo Údolí, a town district of Cvikov. The discovery of the Janův Pramen hot spring in Janské Lázně, a town located by near Černá Hora Mountain, dates back to the 11th century. The worldwide fame came after 1920 when the spring was analysed and its beneficial effects, particularly for the post-polio treatment, were confirmed. Available treatments include rehabilitation exercise, physical therapy, balneotherapy, and ergotherapy. The origins of the Lázně Bělohrad spa town date back to the 19th century. Currently the spa focuses on the treatment of the musculoskeletal system and of various dermal, oncological, nervous system, and gynaecological diseases by means of sulphur-ferrous mud baths and hydrotherapy. The word “wellness” means an overall well-being achieved through the healthy balance of body and mind. In the Liberec Region there is a number of facilities offering relaxation and wellness procedures and services to relieve occupational strain. Visitors may even try a beer spa. A relaxing bath in mountain water with krausen beer is beneficial for the blood stream and skin nutrition, while at the same time reduces tiredness and boosts the immune system. Beer spas can be found in the towns of Harrachov, Dolní Bousov and Klášter Hradiště nad Jizerou. Pampering also awaits you on the historic premises of Hrubá Skála Castle nestled in the land of sandstone formations and pine woods, and a wide range of services are on offer also in the wellness centres in the towns of Kosmonosy, Česká Lípa, Doksy, Nový Bor and Jítrava. The towns of Liberec, Bedřichov, and Frýdlant have wellness centres styled as ancient Roman spas that guarantee a relaxing experience. They are based on the beneficial effects of being in a pleasant, water-related environment, offering various elements of the ancient Roman baths. Pleasant environment is also the main benefit of the fresh-air spa in Benecko and the wellness centres in Harrachov, Bratrouchov, Špindlerův Mlýn and other locations. The quiet, peaceful environment and the exceptionally fresh air in the Krkonoše Mountains positively affect the human mind and body; outdoor activities in the fresh air are beneficial for health and prolong life. i map menu www