Lazeanske centrum Agricola, Czechia

Quick Facts

Experience

Public Pools & Parks

Access Level

Easy to reach (no hike)

Safety Level

Be mindful

What to Wear

Swimsuit required

Family Friendly

Yes

Entry Fee

Paid

Wheelchair Access

Address

T. G. Masaryka 403, 362 51 Jachymov, Karlovy Vary District, Czech Republic

Overview

About Lazeanske centrum Agricola

Lazeanske centrum Agricola, Czechia is a mineral water aquacentrum at T. G. Masaryka 403, Jachymov, Ore Mountains. Jachymov: world's first radon spa since 1906. Oldest spa building here (1906-1911). Named after Georgius Agricola (1494-1555), town physician and founder of modern mineralogy. The Agricola Spring (2000, 132m depth) has a radon concentration of 25 kBq/l at 28 degrees Celsius.

Aquacentrum added 2009; mine-themed sauna complex extended circa 2019 with interiors inspired by Jachymov mining history. Two 25-metre training lanes; pool with waterslide. Salt cave, fitness centre, solarium, Cafe Agricola with children's corner, and a history gallery above the entrance hall. Nordic walking, pilates, yoga, aquafitness. Minigolf and tennis nearby.

The spa centre sits in the heart of Jachymov's lazne park on the spa promenade, surrounded by parks and gardens. Radon baths are available; one trial radon bath can be taken without a prescription, but radon treatment is not suitable for those under 18, pregnant women, or patients with active malignant tumors. Other freely available procedures include massages, pearl baths, and Vacuwell vacuum therapy.

Location & Access

Getting to Lazeanske centrum Agricola

Lazeanske centrum Agricola is at T. G. Masaryka 403 in the centre of Jachymov's spa park, Karlovy Vary District. There is no railway to Jachymov. The main road connection is Route I/25 from Ostrov nad Ohri toward the Czech-German border; Jachymov is approximately 19 kilometres from Ostrov. From Karlovy Vary, drive east on Route E49 to Ostrov (approximately 18 kilometres), then south on Route I/25 to Jachymov (approximately 19 kilometres); total approximately 37 kilometres and 40-50 minutes.

By bus, direct services connect Jachymov with Karlovy Vary; journey approximately 40-50 minutes. From Prague, drive west on the D6 motorway to Karlovy Vary (approximately 130 kilometres), then continue to Jachymov; total approximately 170 kilometres and 2.5 hours. Klínovec, the highest peak in the Ore Mountains at 1,244 metres and accessible by gondola from nearby Boži Dar or cable car from Jachymov, is approximately 8 kilometres. The German border crossing at Bozi Dar-Fichtelberg is approximately 15 kilometres.

The Agricola Spa Centre is in the spa park promenade area; it is walkable from all Jachymov spa hotels. Parking is available in Jachymov. For aquacentrum hours and prices, check the official Axxos Hotels page at axxoshotels.com or call +420 353 836 000. Radon bath appointments require either a prescription from a spa doctor or the one-time trial bath option available at the centre.

Suitability & Accessibility

Who Lazeanske centrum Agricola Suits

Lazeanske centrum Agricola suits families who want a mineral pool and waterslide facility in the Ore Mountains while staying in Jachymov, visitors interested in the world's first and most concentrated radon spa, adults seeking musculoskeletal, anti-inflammatory, or pain-relief treatment using radon water, and those combining an aquacentrum visit with the mine-themed sauna experience unique to this facility. The centre is in the heart of the Jachymov spa park and is the most accessible public pool and wellness facility in the town.

Jachymov has extraordinary historical depth. The silver Joachimsthaler coins minted here from 1519 gave the Thaler its name, and through it, the dollar. The Svornost Mine (1525) is the oldest continuously operating mine in Europe. Marie Curie and Pierre Curie discovered radium from Jachymov pitchblende; a monument to them stands in the spa park. The mining cultural landscape of Jachymov is a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the Ore Mountain Mining Region. Klínovec, the highest peak in Czechia's Ore Mountains at 1,244 metres, offers skiing in winter and hiking in summer. For visitors seeking hot springs near Karlovy Vary Czechia, Jachymov is the most historically significant thermal destination in the region.

Wheelchair access at Lazeanske centrum Agricola has not been confirmed. Contact the centre at axxoshotels.com or +420 353 836 000 before visiting to confirm current pool access arrangements.

Safety & Etiquette

Lazeanske centrum Agricola Safety Tips

Lazeanske centrum Agricola includes radon water facilities. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas; the radon water in Jachymov is used in therapeutic baths based on the principle of radiation hormesis. The total radiation dose from a radon bath course is comparable to a single X-ray. However, radon treatment is strictly not suitable for: anyone under 18 years of age, pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients with active malignant tumors, and patients within two years of cancer surgery or therapy without oncologist clearance. One trial radon bath may be taken without a prescription; any further radon treatment requires a prescription from a spa doctor.

The aquacentrum pools and waterslide are separate from the radon treatment facilities and are open to all visitors including children. Standard pool safety applies: shower before entering, no running on pool surrounds, and adult supervision of children at all times. The waterslide has height requirements; follow guidelines posted at the slide entrance. The mine-themed sauna complex follows standard sauna protocols: shower before entry, 10-15 minutes per session, full cooling between rounds. Exit immediately if you feel faint or overheated.

The salt cave is a passive halotherapy experience lasting approximately 45 minutes; avoid it with active respiratory infections or open wounds. The Vacuwell vacuum therapy device requires a prior consultation at the centre before use. Jachymov is at approximately 650 metres altitude in the Ore Mountains; weather can change rapidly. Bring layers for outdoor activities before and after the spa visit. The spa park promenade is a pleasant flat walk; grip sandals are recommended in all pool and sauna areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lazeanske centrum Agricola in Jachymov?

Lazeanske centrum Agricola is a mineral water aquacentrum and wellness centre at T. G. Masaryka 403, Jachymov, Karlovy Vary District, in the Ore Mountains. Oldest spa building in Jachymov (1906-1911). World's first radon spa (since 1906). Named after Georgius Agricola (1494-1555), 16th-century town physician. Aquacentrum added 2009; mine-themed sauna complex added approximately 2019. Two 25-metre training lanes; pool with waterslide; mine-themed saunas; salt cave; fitness centre; solarium; Cafe Agricola with children's corner; history gallery. Sports: Nordic walking, pilates, yoga, aquafitness. Radon baths available (one trial without prescription; 18+ only). In the spa park promenade, heart of Jachymov lazne area.

Who was Georgius Agricola and why is the centre named after him?

Georgius Agricola (born Georg Bauer, 1494-1555) was a German scholar who served as the town physician of Jachymov from approximately 1527 to 1531. He is widely regarded as the founder of modern mineralogy and the father of geological science. His major work De Re Metallica (1556) described mining and metallurgical practices in detail and remained the definitive reference in the field for over a century. During his time in Jachymov he studied the health of miners, the properties of local minerals, and the therapeutic effects of the local waters. A commemorative plaque in the Jachymov spa honours him. The Agricola Spring, discovered in 2000 at 132 metres depth, is also named after him.

Is the radon water at Jachymov safe to bathe in?

The Jachymov Spa and its radon water have been in therapeutic use since 1906 and are administered under medical supervision. The total radiation dose absorbed during a radon bath course is stated by the spa to be no higher than a single X-ray. Radon treatment is based on the principle of radiation hormesis (low-dose radiation stimulating the body's repair mechanisms). However, radon treatment is not suitable for those under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or patients with active malignant tumors. One trial radon bath may be taken without a prescription. The spa emphasises that none of the European spas has a higher natural radon concentration; the treatment is most effective for musculoskeletal conditions.

What is the Svornost Mine and can I visit it in Jachymov?

The Svornost Mine (established 1525) is the oldest mine still in active use in Europe. After uranium mining ceased in 1964, it was transferred to Jachymov Spa and is now used solely to pump radon water for therapeutic purposes and to maintain a radioactive waste repository managed by the State Office for Nuclear Safety. The mine descends to 500 metres depth. It supplied the uranium ore from which Marie Curie and Pierre Curie first isolated radium in Paris. Guided underground mine tours have historically been available in Jachymov; confirm current public access to the Svornost Mine directly with the Jachymov Spa administration before planning a visit.

What else is there to do near Lazeanske centrum Agricola in Jachymov?

The Jachymov spa park has a pleasant promenade, minigolf, and tennis courts near the Agricola centre. The Marie and Pierre Curie monument in the spa park marks the discovery of radium. The historic town centre of Jachymov has Renaissance buildings and the old mint where the Joachimsthaler coins were struck. Klínovec (1,244 metres), the highest peak in the Ore Mountains, is approximately 8 kilometres away with gondola access from Bozi Dar and skiing in winter. Karlovy Vary is approximately 37 kilometres west. The Svornost Mine is the oldest working mine in Europe. The Radium Palace Hotel (1912) in Jachymov is a landmark Neo-Baroque building.