Mineral springs
Sulphur springs
Drinking cure
Călimănești-Căciulata
A year-round spa of international reputation — over 30 mineral springs in the Olt valley at the foot of the Cozia mountains.
At a glance
Călimănești-Căciulata lies in Vâlcea County in Wallachia (Oltenia), in the valley of the river Olt at the foot of the Cozia mountains. This year-round spa of international reputation has more than 30 mineral springs of varying composition — sulphurous, chloride-sodium, calcium and bicarbonate, cold and thermal. The most important form of cure is the drinking cure directly at the spring. The town is traditionally recommended above all for digestive, liver, kidney and skin conditions. Surrounded by thermal and mineral water, Cozia Monastery and the Olt gorge.
Well suited for
- Drinking cures for digestion & liver
- Kidneys, rheumatism & skin
- Nature on the Olt & the Cozia mountains
Less suited for
- Large adventure thermal parks
- Beach & coastal holidays
01Overview & history
Călimănești-Căciulata lies in Vâlcea County, in the Wallachia region (Oltenia), in the valley of the river Olt at the foot of the Cozia mountains. The town is a year-round spa of international reputation with a therapeutically favourable climate — sheltered between the mountains and the river.
The healing springs have been used systematically since the 19th century and made Călimănești-Căciulata one of Romania's best-known spas early on. Right on the Olt stands Cozia Monastery from the 14th century (1387/88), surrounded by the Cozia National Park and the impressive Olt gorge — one of the most beautiful landscapes in the country.
02Remedy & water composition
Călimănești-Căciulata has more than 30 mineral springs of varying composition — sulphurous, chloride-sodium, calcium and bicarbonate, cold and thermal. Some come from boreholes more than 1,200 m deep. The most important form of cure is the drinking cure directly at the spring, usually three times a day before meals over at least 10 to 14 days.
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Water type | Sulphur, chloride-sodium, calcium & bicarbonate |
| Number of springs | over 30 mineral springs (cold and thermal) |
| Forms of treatment | Drinking cure (main form), bathing cure |
| Special feature | Some springs from boreholes more than 1,200 m deep |
Figures are for guidance only. Precise analysis values vary by spring and facility.
03Indications & contraindications
Traditionally recommended for
- Digestive complaints (gastritis, colitis, stomach ulcer in remission)
- Liver and gallbladder disorders (drinking cure)
- Kidney and urinary-tract conditions
- Degenerative rheumatism & peripheral nerve disorders
- Skin conditions (including psoriasis)
Take care / seek medical advice with
- acute inflammation
- severe cardiovascular disease
- pregnancy
- fever & infections
04Spa treatments
| Treatment | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Drinking cure | Measured drinking at the spring (digestion, liver, gallbladder, kidneys) | usually 3× daily before meals |
| Bathing cure | Baths in the sulphurous, mineral healing water | 15–20 min |
| Inhalation & aerosols | For the upper airways | 10–15 min |
| Electro- & physiotherapy | On medical prescription | individual |
| Kinesiotherapy | Movement therapy / rehabilitation | 30–45 min |
05Accommodation
From classic spa hotels with their own treatment department to guesthouses and villas — Călimănești-Căciulata offers accommodation for every budget. Many spa houses are within walking distance of the drinking fountains and the spa park on the Olt.
Spa hotelsWith treatment department & drinking hall
Guesthouses & villasQuiet, affordable, set in the Olt valley
Specific hotels, with prices and booking links, are coming soon.
06Prices & opening hours (guide)
| Service | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Drinking cure / access to drinking hall | from approx. €3–8 |
| Bathing or inhalation treatment (single) | from approx. €6–12 |
| Overnight spa hotel (double) | approx. €40–85 / night |
| Medical cure consultation | from approx. €15–25 |
Guide prices, as of 2026. Prices vary by facility and season — please confirm on site.
07Nearby
- Cozia Monastery (14th c.) — right on the Olt, one of the oldest monasteries in Wallachia
- Turnu Monastery & Cozia National Park — hiking and nature in the mountains
- Olt gorge — one of the most beautiful landscapes in Romania
08Frequently asked questions
What are the springs of Călimănești-Căciulata known for?
The town has more than 30 mineral springs of varying composition — sulphurous, chloride-sodium, calcium and bicarbonate, cold and thermal, some from boreholes more than 1,200 m deep. The most important form of cure is the drinking cure directly at the spring, usually three times a day before meals over at least 10 to 14 days.
What complaints is the town traditionally recommended for?
Traditionally recommended for digestive complaints (gastritis, colitis, stomach ulcer in remission), liver and gallbladder disorders, kidney and urinary-tract conditions, degenerative rheumatism, peripheral nerve disorders and skin conditions (including psoriasis). Seeking medical advice before the cure is recommended.
When is the best time to visit and how far is the airport?
The resort is open year-round. The nearest airport is Sibiu (~75 km); Craiova is an alternative.
What is there to see?
Right on the Olt stands Cozia Monastery from the 14th century (1387/88); nearby are Turnu Monastery, the Cozia National Park and the impressive Olt gorge.
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