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Jáchymov
The first radon spa in the world

Jáchymov

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The West Bohemian spa town of Jáchymov is situated in a deep wooded valley in the foothills of the Ore Mountains. The surrounding hills provide breathtaking views, astonishing in their beauty, at any time of the year. At the beginning of the 20th century a rich supply of radon was discovered by miners of uranium ore in the former silver mines, leading to the founding of the spa grounds and the first sanatorium. The treatment on offer here is associated with discoveries made by Marie Curie, and one of the spa houses is named after her.

Natural curative resources

Thermal radon water - with the highest concentration of radon per litre in the country – from the Běhounek, Agricola, Curie and C1 springs.

Therapeutic specialisation

Diseases afflicting the musculoskeletal system, peripheral nervous system and metabolism, dermatological diseases, post-operative and posttraumatic conditions, osteoporosis.

Free time activities

In the town and surrounding area, there are tennis courts, miniature golf, bike rental, fitness centres and a solarium. In the nearby Ore Mountains are cross-country skiing, and hiking and cycling trails. Tourists can also visit local sights like the Royal Mint (Museum of Mining and Coin Production), attend concerts in the Church of All Saints or in the spa houses, or attend mass in the Church of St. Joachim.