Bad Schönau health resort

Bad Schönau in the Bucklige Welt region is known for its combination of health, relaxation and culture. Four 4-star hotels offer programmes focusing on wellness, medically supervised therapies and healthy eating. The natural carbon dioxide gas from the springs beneath the town is considered a unique remedy and has been used successfully for decades.

The carbon dioxide gas extracted in Bad Schönau has been proven to improve blood circulation, lower blood pressure and relieve the cardiovascular system. Positive effects on the brain, kidneys and digestion have also been proven. Guests also report increased vitality and performance. For athletes, this means greater endurance, and for those seeking relaxation, it means increased well-being.

Practical during the cold season: the sensitivity of cold receptors is reduced and heat receptors are stimulated.

Right in town:

• Vivea 4* Hotel Bad Schönau zum Landsknecht
• Vivea 4* Hotel Bad Schönau zur Quelle
• Königsberg Health Resort
• VitalZeit Hotel Weber
• Hotel Café Restaurant Geier

Just outside the village:

• Haflingerhof Luef

The Sconarium is Bad Schönau's cultural and event centre. It offers cabaret, readings and concerts throughout the year, as well as an interactive exhibition on the town's natural remedy, carbon dioxide gas. The Sconarium thus combines relaxation with cultural inspiration.
Tip: You can save money with a culture subscription.

In addition to relaxation in the hotels and events in the Sconarium, Bad Schönau offers beautiful hiking andcycling tours. There are also many excursion destinations nearby, such as the Kirchschlag castle ruins, the Krumbach museum village and the Hutwisch observation tower. The Bucklige Welt is also known for its excellent cuisine: the restaurant at the Königsberg health resort has one toque, and the 3-toque Triad restaurant is located adjacent to Bad Schönau.

Bad Schönau is an ideal starting point for hikes in the Bucklige Welt. Popular routes include

• Path of Views
• Hutwisch circular hike
• Ernst Ferstl Thought Trail

But there are many more hiking trails in Bad Schönau. The accommodation providers and tourist information office will be happy to advise you on which tour is best suited to you.

Yes, Bad Schönau is ideal for cycling tours in the Bucklige Welt region. Well-signposted cycle routes such as the Zöbernbach Cycle Path or the Panorama Route lead through rolling hills, forests and meadows. From leisurely afternoon rides to sporty road bike tours, everything is possible. Most hotels also offer e-bikes for hire to their guests.

Bad Schönau is located in the Bucklige Welt region of Lower Austria, near the border triangle with Styria and Burgenland. It takes about an hour to get there from Vienna or Graz.

Getting to Bad Schönau:

• By public transport: Take the train via Wiener Neustadt main station to Edlitz/Grimmenstein station, then continue by regional bus to Bad Schönau. Or take the bus directly from Vienna main station to Bad Schönau.
• By car: via the A2 from Vienna, exit at Krumbach / from Graz, exit at Zöbern.