Bükfürdő

The water column of nearly 70 meters gushing to the surface directed the settlement’s tranquil life towards a completely new path instead of the oil business.

The residents of the municipality spent 2–3 days per person with social work in the construction of the drainage channels for the medicinal water.

The interest in the thermal waters of Bük crossed the borders of Vas county, and the first phase of the construction of the spa complex began on an area of about 58 hectares.

After a successful trial run, the spa began its operation in the summer of 1962. The first pool attracted thousands of guests daily.

A new railway station was built near the still young but rapidly developing spa complex that attracted more than expected traffic during the spa season.

The water of the thermal well discovered in the municipality was found to be medicinal, and thus it was given the name “miracle medicinal water of Bük.”

Due to the huge interest, the first hotel construction began, and the spa became “four-season.”

The new covered pool was built with European standards inside and out. All glass. All light.

The Minister of Health approved the use of the designation “medical spa” for the municipality of Bükfürdő in Vas county, and classified it as a medical spa of regional importance.

As part of a gap-filling investment, the spa’s restaurant consisting of two parts and having a cuisine of “thousand portions” was opened.

On 23 August, the health resort of the Hungarian National Council of Trade Unions with a capacity of 300 people was officially inaugurated next to the spa complex.

Bükfürdő was declared the 10th health resort in Hungary. This was a year of development, the 50-meter swimming pool was opened, and the extension of the parking lot began as well.

Healing at the highest level: the balneotherapy clinic of more than 1,000 sqm opened.

After long years of waiting, Bükfürdő took a major step forward: the modern and aesthetic bus station was finally complete.

The Thermal Resort Cooperative, the first to be found in Hungary in 1979, opened its third building (C).

The medicinal, mineral and soft drink bottling plant was built by the cooperation of companies and cooperatives, and became famous with its “Büki keserű” (Bitter of Bük).

The Thermal Hotel Bük, Hungary’s fifth spa hotel was built based on the plans of Hungarian architects, with the construction executed by Swedes.

As another milestone in the success story of 25 years, the special-roofed multifunctional cultural center opened its gates.

A million visitors cannot be wrong! By the early 90s, Bükfürdő had become one of the most popular resorts in Hungary.

The spa’s most spectacular pool complex consisting of 4 compartments and made of modern building materials is built in June 1991.

Hungary’s first international and Europe’s largest 18-hole golf course was inaugurated in Bükfürdő, and even Olympic champions played at the opening ceremony.

The recreational park of more than two hectares—separated from the spa by fence—was constructed, offering a higher level of comfort with its pools and saunas.

A high-quality physiotherapy institute offering modern services opened its doors to those wishing to recover and relax.

The Spa and Thermal Campsite with its 160 lots for campers located in a beautiful forest was officially inaugurated.

Following the strategy of “escaping forward,” the most significant investments in the life of the spa began.

The oldest pool of the complex got a makeover, and its roof structure became the new symbol of the spa.

The most important attraction of the first 50 years was built in the framework of the Széchenyi Plan: the spa bath that far exceeds the needs of the time.

A building complex consisting of 4 slides was built as part of a gap-filling investment, increasing the attractiveness of the spa.

A new, futuristic-looking, spacious and modern recreational area building of European standard was built.

The spa welcomed its 30 millionth guest, which Bük had achieved in less than 50 years.

Hungary’s unique sauna world with 10 cabins opened its gates, a new main entrance was built, and the Medical Wellness Center was established.

A monumental and spectacular building complex that is unique in Europe was opened for adrenalin lovers.

The new attractions of the spa are the splashing playground and the Acapulco wave pool for children.

The Institute of Physiotherapy and its treatment facilities were renovated.