Bad Elster

Bad Elster is a spa town in the Vogtland region that lies in hilly terrain along the White Elster river with multiple mineral springs. The town offers various drinking fountains and bathing facilities that visitors use for wellness and health treatments.

A natural mineral spring called Moritzquelle became known for its healing properties in the early 16th century. The town later developed into a royal spa and drew people seeking healing through the water.

The King Albert Theatre shapes the townscape and serves today as a venue for concerts and conferences much as it did over a century ago. Locals and visitors use the grand hall regularly for cultural events that rhythm the town's life.

The town has medical clinics and numerous accommodations available for extended stays that specialize in wellness treatments. Visitors should check in advance which services interest them and plan how long they wish to stay.

The Nature Theatre nearby has been an open-air cinema and opera house for over 100 years and ranks among the oldest of its kind in Saxony. Many visitors discover this venue only when they explore the surroundings more deeply.

Location: Vogtlandkreis

Elevation above the sea: 546 m

Shares border with: Aš, Hranice

Website: https://badelster.de

GPS coordinates: 50.28194,12.23472

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:21