Bad Kötzting

Bad Kötzting is a spa town in Bavaria that sits in the Bavarian Forest region and focuses on Kneipp therapy methods developed by Sebastian Kneipp. The town has wellness facilities and trained professionals who offer different therapeutic treatments and water-based programs.

The settlement first appeared in records in 1085 and gained market status in 1260, marking its growth as a trading center. Later conflicts swept through the region, but the town eventually turned to health tourism as its main focus.

The Kötztinger Pfingstritt brings together hundreds of riders in traditional Bavarian dress for a procession on Whit Monday, reflecting deep local ties to horsemanship and rural customs. This annual event shows how the community keeps its heritage alive through celebration and participation.

Visitors can find Kneipp programs and water therapy at several facilities around town, with guidance from trained professionals. Planning ahead to learn which treatments interest you will help you make the most of your visit.

The town earned recognition as a Climatic Spa in 1986, a designation tied to its location and air quality in the Bavarian Forest. This official status attracted visitors seeking relief through climate therapy.

Location: Cham

Elevation above the sea: 409 m

Shares border with: Viechtach, Arrach

Phone: +4999416020

Website: http://bad-koetzting.de

GPS coordinates: 49.16984,12.87825

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:23