Sovata Info

First mentioned in a 1597 document but recorded as a resort in 1850, Sovata is located at 1,600 ft. above the sea level, in the stunning forested region of Transylvania, Sovata features the heliothermal Ursu (Bear) lake – unique in Europe. The mineral waters here are highly prescribed in gynecological and sterility afflictions.

The nearby salt mine from Praid offers a suitable environment for the treatment of afflictions of the respiratory system, such as asthma.

Sovata Facts

Location:Transylvania - Central Romania
Nearby large town: Targu Mures (35 miles west)
Climate:Temperate-continental, with cool summers and warm winter
Elevation: 1,520 – 1,696 ft.
Natural resources: Mineral waters, Thermal waters, Sapropelic mud

Therapeutic prescriptions

Gynecological afflictions (ovarian insufficiency, secondary sterility)
Arthritis and rheumatoid disorders
Posttraumatic afflictions
Peripheral nerve diseases
Endocrine system problems (hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism)
Cardiovascular afflictions

Sovata Spa hotels facilities

Aqua gym
Fitness and rehabilitation centre
Indoor thermal swimming pool
Natural thermal lakes
Sauna

Treatments

Electrotherapy
Hydrotherapy
Massage
Mud applications & mud packing
Warm baths

Nearby attractions

Sighisoara Medieval citadel (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Where: 35 miles southwest of Sovata
Access: car, bus (from Targu Mures)
Sighisoara more info

Saschiz Fortified Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Where: 42 miles south of Sovata
Access: car
Saschiz is known not only for its impressive fortified church but also for the local carpentry and wood-painting workshops and the blue pottery, first made in Saschiz in 1702.
Saschiz Fortified Church more info

Biertan Fortified Church

Where: 60 miles southwest of Sovata
Access: car
Biertan Fortified Church more info

Hasmas - Bicaz Gorges National Park
Parcul National Cheile Bicazului
Where: 65 miles northeast of Sovata
Access: car
Hasmas - Bicaz Gorges National Park more info

Transportation to Sovata

Air

Nearest airports to Sovata are:
Targu Mures (TGM) - 45 miles east
Cluj (CLJ)) – 85 miles west
Sibiu (SBZ) - 98 miles southwest

Sovata Bai Bus Station
Autogara Sovata
Address: Strada Trandafirilor
Daily domestic bus service from/to: Targu Mures and Praid

Reaching Sovata by car

Bucharest to Sovata via E 60 / Route 1 - E 60 / Route 13 – DN13 A:
Bucharest – Sinaia – Brasov – Rupea – Sighisoara - Sangeorgiu de Padure– Sovata

Cluj Napoca to Sovata via E60 / Route 15 - E60 / Route 13 – DN 13A:
Cluj Napoca – Turda – Targu Mures - Sangeorgiu de Padure – Sovata

Sibiu to Sovata via DN14 – E 60 / Route 13 – DN13 A:
Sibiu – Copsa Mica – Medias – Sighisoara - Sangeorgiu de Padure– Sovata

Targu Mures to Sovata via E60 / Route 13 - DN 13A:
Targu Mures – Sangeorgiu de Padure – Sovata

Travel to Sovata by train

Nearest train station to Sovata is Targu Mures
There is frequent bus service to Sovata.

Sovata Accommodations

Danubius Health Spa Resort Sovata ****
Address: Str. Trandafirilor 82, Sovata
Telephone: (+4) 0265 570.151
www.sovatahotel.ro

Hotel Edelweiss ***
Address: Str. Stana de Vale 9, Sovata
Telephone: (+4) 0265 577.728 or 577.748

Hotel Tivoli ***
Address: Str. Tivoli 1, Sovata
Telephone: (+4) 0265 570 493 or 744 660.494
www.hotel-tivoli.ro

Sovata Tourist Info

Targu Mures Tourist Information Centre
Centrul de Informare Turistica
Address: Str. Enescu 2
Telephone: (+4) 0365 404.934
www.VisitMures.com

Sovata more info: www.Sovata.ro

Maps

Romania - Tourist Attractions Map
Map of Sovata Area

Other major medical Spas towns in Romania

Baile Felix
Bazna
Eforie Nord
Mangalia
Ocna Sibiului
Sovata