Therme Erding, Indoor Water Park and Thermal Baths

On February 12, 1983, the American oil company Texaco drilled 2,350 metres below ground, just outside the town of Erding, Bavaria, Germany. Instead of oil, they discovered sulphorous water. Initially a "mini thermal bath complex" had been constructed on the site, and the Therme Erding complex was officially opened on October 3, 1999.

On March 31, 2007, the waterslide section "Galaxy" opened, making it one of the biggest indoor waterslide parks in Europe. There are 20 waterslides, one of which is the longest tube slide in Europe at 360 meters long. "Saunaparadies" with an area of 12,900 square metres is the largest sauna complex in the world. More than €100 million has been invested in the park since its opening.

All parts of the complex are located under several domes that are open in good weather. Check out the prices and opening time at the official site.

Getting there: From Munich, go by the S2 train to Altenerding, then by bus #550 or #560 to Therme, Erding. You can go on foot along the good path through the fields (about 20 minutes). Go back by buses ##550, 560, 570, or 580 to either Erding or Altenerding railway station.