Wellness

FINNISH SAUNA (DRY SAUNA)

Sauna bathing in a traditional Finnish sauna has beneficial effects and a proven positive impact on human health. Our Finnish sauna is made of radiata pine, which is characterized by a slight red tint and creates a beautiful contrast with the interior.

The Finnish sauna provides overall blood circulation to the body, necessary relaxation and rest, and can be used to treat respiratory problems and skin diseases. It brings cleansing and relaxation, refreshes the body and mind, and helps achieve physical and mental balance. The ideal air humidity for the respiratory tract is around 30%, which we achieve by regularly pouring hot stones. The effect of the Finnish sauna lies in the activation of thermoregulatory processes in the body. Blood moves from the inside of the body to the dilated vessels under the surface of the skin and intense sweating occurs. The body thus gets rid of toxins, the skin becomes healthier and more beautiful. An important part of Finnish sauna bathing is the cooling phase, in which the blood returns to the body, which activates the immune system and accelerates healing processes.

• TEMPERATURE: 90 – 105˚C
• HUMIDITY: 10 – 15%
• RECOMMENDED TIME: 10 – 15 min.
• EFFECTS: regenerative, relaxing, strengthening the immune system, prevention of colds,
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: all acute medical conditions, increased thyroid activity, bleeding diseases, phlebitis, epilepsy, infectious diseases, hypertension, decompensated diabetes mellitus, malignant tumors, epilepsy, non-healing skin defects, infectious, contagious, parasitic diseases, active TB, bleeding conditions, mental illnesses, feverish conditions, febrile conditions, general atherosclerosis with organ damage, cancer diseases (malignant tumors), condition after heart attack and stroke (after a medical examination without complications for 3 months), all heart and blood vessel diseases after consultation with a specialist, pregnancy, age over 70 years.

EUCALYPTUS SAUNA (STEAM SAUNA)

Close your eyes and inhale the scent of the beneficial ancient eucalyptus and let yourself be pampered with sips of steam. Typical of Eucalyptus is an intense menthol-lemon scent thanks to the essential oil called eucalyptol.

Eucalyptus is one of the most effective plants that can purify the air and its inhalation is suitable as a prevention against viral diseases, bacterial infections and relaxes the respiratory tract. Staying in the sauna is especially effective in treating colds, allergies and other respiratory diseases. Eucalyptus has an exceptionally calming effect, relaxing both the mind and body.

• TEMPERATURE: 45 – 55˚C
• HUMIDITY: 100%
• RECOMMENDED TIME: 5 – 15 min.
• EFFECTS: refreshing effect, used for infection, antiseptic, antiviral
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: infectious diseases, purulent skin diseases, fungi, infections, hypertension, conditions after deep thrombosis, malignant tumors, epilepsy, infectious diseases, active TB, bleeding conditions, mental illnesses, feverish conditions, febrile conditions, pregnancy, age over 70 years

HERBAL SAUNA (DRY SAUNA)

A steam sauna is a perfect combination of aromatherapy and the use of essential oils of medicinal herbs. Inhale their aroma and let yourself be pampered with sips of gentle steam. A herbal sauna is one of the most effective methods of aromatherapy.

Moist air has a beneficial effect on the skin, which is strongly irrigated and intensively cleansed. The skin remains soft and velvety soft. Herbs will help you with fatigue, headaches, coughs, or flu. When inhaling, we breathe through our nose, initially shallow breaths gradually deepening. After finishing our stay in this sauna, enjoy relaxation on a lounger.

• TEMPERATURE: 50 – 55˚C
• HUMIDITY: 25 – 30%
• RECOMMENDED TIME: 20 – 25 min.
• EFFECTS: significant relaxation of the respiratory tract, protection against viral and bacterial infections. Inhalation is indispensable for allergies, colds and all respiratory diseases.
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: all heart diseases, high blood pressure, age over 70, pregnancy, flu, epilepsy, infectious diseases, purulent skin diseases, fungi, infections, acute febrile diseases, all diseases in the acute stage, hypertension, conditions after deep thrombosis, malignant tumors, epilepsy

SALT SAUNA (STEAM SAUNA)

Himalayan salt therapy in the sauna has a detoxifying effect and is one of the most popular procedures. High humidity with salt crystals has a positive effect mainly on the respiratory system. According to medical studies, salt has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. It is also used as a prevention against colds.

The increased air temperature rids the body of toxic substances, relaxes the muscles with overall relaxation and strengthens the immune system. Staying in a salt sauna is most recommended for respiratory diseases, lung diseases, chronic bronchitis, inflammation of the nasal sinuses, respiratory allergies in adults and children. The salt sauna has air saturated with minerals and beneficial microorganisms. The interior of the salt sauna is created by beautiful lighting effects and a starry sky.

• TEMPERATURE: 40 – 50˚C
• HUMIDITY: 100%
• RECOMMENDED TIME: 15 – 20 min.
• EFFECTS: relaxing, disinfecting, strengthening immunity. Inhalation has a beneficial effect on the entire nervous system. Himalayan salt helps treat skin diseases, as well as respiratory diseases and allergies.
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: purulent skin diseases, fungi, infectious diseases, open wounds

CEREMONIAL NATURAL SAUNA (DRY SAUNA)

The highlight of our wellness center is the natural ceremonial glass sauna with sauna ceremonies, with a view of the surrounding nature and the Tatra stream. The sauna interior is made of rustic spruce wood from a 100-year-old barn.

The large-capacity sauna also offers space for a larger number of people. The sauna is used mainly for sauna rituals accompanied by a great light and music show. Sauna rituals provide much stronger sweating and a more intense sauna experience. The sauna master pours heated sauna stones with aromatic essence and rubs the skin with various products beneficial to the body, which also increases the effects of the sauna itself. The ceremony lasts for 10-12 minutes during selected operating hours.

• TEMPERATURE : 90 – 105˚C
• HUMIDITY : 10 – 15%
• RECOMMENDED TIME : 10 – 15 min.
• EFFECTS: regenerative, relaxing, strengthening the immune system, prevention of colds
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: all acute medical conditions, increased thyroid activity, bleeding diseases, phlebitis, epilepsy, infectious diseases, hypertension, decompensated diabetes mellitus, malignant tumors, epilepsy, non-healing skin defects, infectious, contagious, parasitic diseases, active TB, bleeding conditions, mental illnesses, feverish conditions, febrile conditions, general atherosclerosis with organ damage, cancer diseases (malignant tumors), condition after a heart attack and stroke (after a medical examination without complications for 3 months), all heart and blood vessel diseases after consultation with a specialist, pregnancy, age over 70 years.

REST RELAXATION ROOM

Relax on comfortable loungers with a view of the surrounding nature. Treat yourself to a break after sauna treatments, refresh yourself in one of our bars and breathe in the Tatra atmosphere. The relaxation room with relaxing music, the scent of the forest and the starry sky will guarantee you unforgettable peace.

If you want to breathe in the Tatra air, relax on the outdoor relaxation terrace with comfortable loungers and a view of the surrounding forest.

COOLING POOL

Immersion in an Arctic pool with a water temperature of up to 10°C after the sauna will boost your immune system and increase the production of blood cells. The key to lasting health, beauty and vitality of the body can be found in hardening in a freezing ice pool with a starry sky.

The effect of alternating heat and cold has been known for centuries, when after the blood vessels in the skin dilate during sauna use, these vessels react to the cold by contracting and, upon subsequent repeated heating, they trigger an explosion of energy and a surge of happiness hormones in the cells.

• TEMPERATURE: 8 – 10 °C
• POOL DEPTH: 0.9 – 1.5 m
• LENGTH: 5.34 m
• RECOMMENDED TIME: 2 – 3 min.
• EFFECTS: cooling after a dry sauna, blood circulation in the body, hardening, regenerative, strengthening the immune system, stimulating, blood circulation in the skin
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: low or high blood pressure, acute infectious diseases, purulent skin diseases, fungi, infectious diseases, open wounds, purulent skin diseases, conditions after deep thrombosis, epilepsy, all acute attacks of chronic diseases, infectious diseases, bleeding conditions, mental illnesses, feverish conditions, febrile conditions, pregnancy, age over 70 years.

HILLS RELAXATION POOL

The indoor relaxation pool in stainless steel with a water bar, bar stools and a bar table is a pleasant end to your wellness stay. Discover and try out the many underwater jets, massage loungers or massage benches.

Swim in the beautiful pool with crystal chandeliers above the pool and a glass wall with a view of the High Tatras. The pool is suitable not only for swimming, but also for enjoying the water beads around the pool. You can enjoy the enchanting atmosphere of this magical place and enjoy your drink in the relaxation area on the loungers around the pool.

• POOL WATER TEMPERATURE: 32 °C
• DEPTH: 1.2 m
• LENGTH: 16.7 m
• WIDTH: 8.85 m

JACUZZI

In the jacuzzi, treat yourself to a pleasant water massage with hydromassage jets or bottom air beads that will relax all the muscles in your body.

It relaxes both body and soul, brings total relaxation and removes mental tension. The combination of hot water, buoyancy and hydromassage simultaneously improves blood circulation, relieves pain, relaxes muscles and the whole body.

• WATER TEMPERATURE OF THE HOT TUB: 34 – 36 °C
• DEPTH: 1 m
• NUMBER OF PERSONS: 8 people
• EFFECTS: hydromassage, relaxation and blood circulation of the body. Relaxing water bath. Water, relieves the body and thus reduces muscle tension. Hot water supplemented with body and foot massage supports blood circulation and the body enters a state of complete relaxation.
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: purulent skin diseases, fungi, infectious diseases, signs of circulatory failure, epilepsy, purulent skin diseases, infections, acute febrile diseases, conditions after deep thrombosis, malignant tumors, urinary and fecal incontinence, pregnancy, all acute attacks of chronic diseases

MOUNTAIN POOL WITH WHIRLPOOL

The jewel of the natural wellness center is our Tatra lake with a whirlpool. Treat yourself to undisturbed relaxation and enjoy the beautiful views of the surrounding nature and the peaks of the High Tatras.

Try our hot whirlpool bath and treat yourself to a pleasant water massage with hydromassage jets or bottom air beads that will relax all the muscles in your body. The subsequent hardening is a great way to strengthen your immunity and live a healthy lifestyle.

• POOL WATER TEMPERATURE: depending on the air
• HOT TUB WATER TEMPERATURE: 34 – 36 °C
• DEPTH: 1 m
• NUMBER OF PERSONS: 12
• EFFECTS: regenerative, strengthening the immune system, invigorating, blood circulation in the skin, after a stay in the sauna with subsequent cooling, the immune system is stimulated and the number of blood cells increases
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: purulent skin diseases, fungi, infectious diseases, open wounds, purulent skin diseases, conditions after deep thrombosis, epilepsy, , infectious diseases, bleeding conditions, mental illnesses, feverish conditions, pregnancy, age over 70 years

ICE FALL

After a stay in the sauna, it is advisable to cool down the body in an ice pool or ice shower.

If you are less courageous, try cooling with ice crystals. After sauna and subsequent cooling, there is a significant stimulation of the immune system.

• EFFECTS: regenerative, strengthening of the immune system, invigorating, blood circulation of the skin
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: purulent skin diseases, fungi, infectious diseases, open wounds, purulent skin diseases, conditions after deep thrombosis, epilepsy, all acute attacks of chronic diseases, infectious diseases, bleeding conditions, mental illnesses, feverish conditions, febrile conditions, pregnancy, relative contraindication age over 70 years

EXPERIENCE SHOWERS

Alternating between hot and cold water activates the lymphatic system and beneficially detoxifies the body and supports immunity.

Showering can be much more than just a regular body cleanse. An increasingly popular wellness procedure – the experience shower – is known as part of a cooling procedure (in a sauna) and overall body cleansing.

The experience shower is a treatment with positive effects on the entire body. Wellness experience showers relieve body tension and refresh the soul.

• HEATING TEMPERATURE: 38 – 40°C
• COOLING TEMPERATURE: 10 – 15°C
• RECOMMENDED TIME: 2 – 3 min.
• EFFECTS: regenerative, detoxifying, strengthening the immune system, stimulating, blood circulation to the skin
• CONTRAINDICATIONS: purulent skin diseases, fungi, infectious diseases, open wounds, purulent skin diseases, epilepsy, infectious diseases, bleeding conditions, mental illnesses, feverish conditions, febrile conditions, pregnancy, age over 70 years

PRINCIPLES OF PROPER SAUNA USE

The visitor of the Hills Nature Wellness Center is obliged to act according to the instructions of the operator. Consult your doctor whether sauna use is suitable for you, taking into account your health condition. Entry to saunas is not recommended for: pregnant women, diabetics, patients with heart, kidney or thyroid disease, people with high blood pressure. Entry to the sauna area of ​​the center is prohibited to persons under the influence of alcohol and narcotics. Children under 12 years of age are allowed to enter the sauna area only when accompanied by an adult. For hygiene reasons, entry to the sauna area is only permitted in sails, in the pool area, and in the hot tubs, entry in swimsuits is possible. Children under 12 years of age are allowed to enter the wellness center until 7:00 PM, while they can only use the sauna world until 5:00 PM.

BEFORE STAYING IN THE SAUNA

• The recommended stay in the sauna is 1-2 stays within a week, the recommended length of stay in the sauna is 1.5-2 hours
• Before the planned stay in the sauna, we recommend not eating heavy food, not drinking alcohol
• Before entering the sauna, put away your watch, mobile phone, jewelry, etc. in the locker room.
• Before entering the sauna, take a shower, wash with soap and wipe dry

SAUNA PROCESS

We enter the saunas without swimwear and shoes, dressed in sheets, as the wellness center is a mixed type of sauna
(men + women). Sauna bathing in swimsuits is very harmful to health, not only for you, but also for others. They are made
of 100% synthetic materials and at a temperature of 50°C these substances are released, are highly carcinogenic and enter the body
through the respiratory tract or skin, thus harming yourself and other sauna users.

• In the saunas, for hygienic reasons, spread a sheet under your entire body, including your feet. First, sit on
  the lowest bench and gradually move to a higher seating level to prevent temperature shock.
• While in the saunas, breathe slowly through your nose, not very deeply. During the sauna, it is recommended to use various
  peelings, oils, and cosmetics, which we will be happy to offer you. If the temperature is unbearable, leave the saunas early.
• When using the sauna, we behave quietly and politely, avoiding loud conversations, swearing, and discussions. Saunas are a place of peace and meditation
• After leaving the saunas, we cool down our bodies either with a cold shower or use a cooling pool with cold water
• When cooling down, we cool the body from the feet to the heart, never pour cold water on the hot head
• We end each sauna cycle with 15-20 min. of rest in a supine position, in relaxation rooms with loungers. Wrap yourself in a sheet and lie down, close your eyes, and relax for a few minutes.
• We do not eat, drink or read while in the sauna
• In the intervals between sauna cycles we try to replenish fluids, vitamin C, and small snacks
  in the form of fruit in order to replenish the missing minerals in the body

AFTER SAUNA

• We do not wash our body with soap after the last sauna session
• Before leaving the entire sauna session, it is necessary to rest for 15 to 20 minutes so that the body can adapt to the change in temperature and do not make any major efforts immediately after the bath
• After the session, replenish your fluids. Fruit juices, teas and mineral waters are the most suitable. During one sauna session, you can sweat up to 0.5 liters of water, which, in addition to toxins, also removes salt, vitamin C and other minerals.
• You can end the sauna session with your favorite massage or use cosmetic and relaxation services
• You can enter the private whirlpool pool or whirlpool (or other common areas) in a swimsuit
• Sauna provides protection for the body for seven days to maintain the body’s resistance to diseases, it is recommended to repeat the sauna session at least once a week