The Keidel Mineral Thermal Bath in Freiburg has been a place of relaxation and recreation for locals and visitors to the Black Forest for over 40 years. With its unique location on the edge of the Mooswald forest and its healing thermal water from its own healing spring, it offers a holistic wellness experience for body and soul.
On over 6.000 square meters A diverse bathing and sauna area invites you to linger and enjoy. The Keidel Mineral-Thermalbad combines traditional balneotherapy with modern wellness offers, making it one of the leading thermal baths in Freiburg and surrounding areas.
Facilities and offers
Thermal pools and pools
- Indoor thermal pool (34-36°C) – Mineral-rich thermal water for deep relaxation
- Outdoor thermal pool (32-34°C) – Heated all year round with panoramic views of the Black Forest
- Whirlpool (36-38°C) – With massage jets for targeted muscle relaxation
- Cold water pool (18-20°C) – Ideal for refreshment after a sauna session
- Natursee – Embedded in the natural environment for a special bathing experience
saunas
The extensive saunas offers different types of saunas for every taste:
- Finnish sauna (90-95°C) – Classic sauna experience with regular infusions
- Organic herbal sauna (60-65°C) – Gentle warmth with essential oils
- Steam bath (45-50°C) – High humidity for gentle sweating
- infrared cabin – Targeted heat therapy for muscles and joints
- Relaxation rooms – Various areas to relax between sauna sessions
Fitnessbereich
The integrated fitness area offers regular Aquagymnastics courses and other water sports activities for all ages.
Healing effects and health benefits
The thermal water of the spa comes from its own healing spring and is particularly rich in valuable minerals:
| Mineral | salary | health effect |
|---|---|---|
| sulfate | Very high | Detoxification and skin regeneration |
| Sodium | High | Regulation of fluid balance |
| Magnesium | Medium | Muscle relaxation and nerve function |
| bicarbonate | Medium | Balancing the acid-base balance |
| Calcium | High | Strengthening bones and teeth |
Health benefits of thermal water:
- Rheumatic diseases: Relief of pain and improvement of mobility
- Skin Problems: Promotes skin regeneration in neurodermatitis and psoriasis
- respiratory diseases: Positive effect on the respiratory tract due to the moist, mineral-rich air
- stress reduction: Proven to reduce cortisol levels and promote relaxation
- Improve circulation: Improvement of blood circulation and metabolism
Health and therapy offers at the Keidel Therme
The Keidel Therme offers a comprehensive health and therapy program for over 50.000 people with medical indication as well as round 2.500 private payers in specialized courses.
The offer includes numerous Forms of therapy, which are recognized by all statutory and private insurance funds, including:
- Physiotherapy (also in water using the Halliwick method)
- Equipment-assisted physiotherapy (KGG)
- Manual therapy and lymphatic drainage
- Medical massage
- Myofascial trigger point therapy (mTrP)
- PNF therapy
- CMD treatment (for craniomandibular dysfunction)
The therapeutic offer is complemented by a diverse Course program in the water and on land, among other things:
- Functional training
- Aqua Circuit & Aqua Nordic Walking
- BackFit
- AtemLust (breathing therapy)
- Ice bathing & holistic breathwork
- Rebalax (body balance & deep relaxation)
- Freediving (apnea & breathing training)
With the interaction of classical therapy, modern movement practice and holistic approach The Keidel Therme makes an important contribution to health promotion and prevention – individually tailored to the needs of its guests.
Prices and opening times
| weekday | opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09: 00–21: 00 pm |
| Tuesday | 09: 00–21: 00 pm |
| Wednesday | 09: 00–21: 00 pm |
| Thursday | 09: 00–21: 00 pm |
| Friday | 09: 00–21: 00 pm |
| Saturday | 09: 00–21: 00 pm |
| Sunday | 09: 00–21: 00 pm |
Directions and visitor information
Location and directions
The Keidel Mineral-Thermalbad is located on the edge of the Mooswald forest in the southwest of Freiburg:
Address:
Keidel Mineral Thermal Bath
At the healing springs 4
79111 Freiburg im Breisgau
By Car:
- Via the A5, exit Freiburg-Mitte
- Parking directly in front of the pool (fee required, first hour free)
With public transport:
- Bus 34 to stop “Keidel Therme”
Visitor Information
- Bath towels and bathrobes: Can be rented on site for a fee
- Gastronomy: Restaurant and bistro with regional specialties and healthy snacks
- Accessibility: The entire bathroom is barrier-free accessible
- Lockers: Free lockers for valuables
- WiFi: Free Wi-Fi throughout the restaurant area
Questions with answers
The thermal spa welcomes over 300.000 visitors annually, making it one of the most popular thermal baths in the Black Forest.
The Keidel Mineral-Thermalbad offers one of the largest and most diverse sauna landscapes in Freiburg, with a Finnish sauna, organic herbal sauna, steam bath, and infrared cabin. Other thermal baths in Freiburg also offer sauna options.
You can easily reach the pool by tram line 3 (stop "Keidel Bad") or bus number 14 (stop "Eugen Keidel Bad"). The journey time from Freiburg Central Station is approximately 20 minutes.
Yes, the entire pool is designed to be barrier-free. There are special changing rooms, adapted sanitary facilities, and barrier-free access to all pools and sauna areas.
The mineral-rich thermal water has positive effects on rheumatic diseases, skin problems, respiratory illnesses, and stress. Detailed health benefits can be found in the "Healing Effects and Health Benefits" section.
You can bring your own towels and bathrobes or rent them on-site for a fee. Bathing shoes are recommended, especially in the sauna area.
