The world-famous Františkovy Lázně is part of the so-called Spa Triangle. The Spa Triangle in Western Bohemia. It was founded in 1793 as the Village of Emperor Franz and in 1865 Emperor Franz Joseph I promoted Františkovy Lázně to a town. The town was built in a planned manner, the result is a unique architectural and urban complex, which is complemented by parks and forest parks with an area of 250 ha. Walks in them will not only be relaxation for you, but mainly a way to best identify with this wonderful spa atmosphere.
The healing effects of the local springs have been known since the 15th century. The water from the springs was used not only by the local inhabitants – it was also sold throughout Germany. It is documented that in 1700 in Germany, the sale of Františkovy Lázně water exceeded the volume of water coming from all German spas. The mineral water is used for drinking cures, baths and for the preparation of peat wraps. According to medicinal indications, the local water has a positive effect on diseases of the heart and circulatory system.
