Bad Rodach, town in Bavaria
Bad Rodach is a spa town in Bavaria, Germany, situated between the Lange Berge and Gleichberge mountain ranges. Officially designated as a spa town since 1999, it features the warmest thermal spring in northern Bavaria, with the town divided into several neighborhoods including Altmühle, Breitenau, and Gauerstadt.
Bad Rodach was part of the Holy Roman Empire and belonged to the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg-Saalfeld, later to the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. The town gained importance from its thermal springs, which drew visitors for centuries before gaining official spa town status in 1999.
The town's name comes from its thermal spring, with 'Bad' indicating a spa destination. Locals and visitors gather around the warm waters and quiet squares, making the spa experience a shared part of daily life rather than just a tourist attraction.
The town is small and easy to navigate on foot, making exploration straightforward. The thermal facilities like ThermeNatur are centrally located and offer pools, saunas, and relaxation rooms suited for full-day visits.
Poet Friedrich Rückert visited Bad Rodach in 1814 and wrote the poem 'Idyllic Rodach', capturing the peaceful feeling of the place. This literary connection shows how the town has long inspired creative works.
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