Terme Čatež, relax and fun for the whole family
Terme Čatež, the largest water park in Central Europe, is the perfect place to escape everyday life and enjoy warm, sunny days. Whether you are planning an unforgettable weekend or a short getaway, you will find fun, relaxation, and memorable moments.
Terme Čatež is not just a summer water park; it is a true water paradise for the whole family, open 365 days a year and ready to turn every visit into a new adventure.
Slow river, Terme Čatež, photo promo
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📌How to get to Terme Čatež
Terme Čatež is situated in Čatež ob Savi, 4 kilometres from the town of Brežice, in the Slovenian region of Posavje, close to the former Croatian border.
🚗 The most comfortable way to get there is by car. It is only 36 km away from Zagreb, and from the Slovenian capital, Ljubljana, it is approximately 95 km away. Follow the A2 motorway southeast toward Zagreb, and then exit at Brežice, or use local roads (you don’t need a Slovenian vignette).
From Belgrade, it is 430 km away, and it takes about 4-5 hours to drive, plus the time at the border.
🚅 By air: the nearest airport is Zagreb, which is approximately 40 km away, and Ljubljana Airport is 100 km northwest.
📍A few facts about the history of Terme Čatež
Interestingly, Terme Čatež is situated on eleven thermal springs that supply pools at 36 degrees Celsius.
Officially, it celebrated 100 years of its founding and thermal tourism in Slovenia on 21st June, 2025.
At the beginning of the 19th century, the noble Attems family owned the Čatež field with the thermal springs, which had been discovered earlier. In 1925, they built the first hotel, “Zdraviliški dom” (Health Resort Home) in a Swiss architectural style, for wealthy guests. The hotel had 34 rooms and 18 “pools” – the large bathtubs, cabins, restaurant and open terrace. To attract more visitors, they built another hotel, known as the “Ljudski dom” (People’s home), with 14 rooms and 63 beds.
Terme Čatež in 1899, and the postcards from the 1930s -1940s
Today, it is the largest health resort in the region and central Europe. It is known for its Summer and Winter Thermal Riviera and modern Wellness centre.
Terme Čatež complex with pools, photo promo
Thermal Riviera, in summer and in winter
The thermal water, which ranges from 32°C to 36°C, allows bathing all year round in the complex and hotel pools.
Thermal Riviera is an excellent place for families with children, as well as for couples and wellness enthusiasts. The children really enjoy themselves there, so they don’t have time for games and songs on mobile phones, which, you will admit, is a rarity today! Their noise and the lines on the slide are just indicators of how much they enjoy water adventures!
Terme Čatež, leto, foto Nikola Zoko
🌞 Summer Thermal Riviera
Generally, the Summer Thermal Riviera is open from June to September.
On the last weekend in May 2026, in the presence of numerous visitors, the Summer Thermal Riviera was officially opened.
Various facilities are available on more than 12,000 square meters of water surface within the complex.
Summer Thermal Riviera, Terme Čatež, photos: promo and Natania Travel
It is unlimited fun for the whole family! The youngest and adults can enjoy the pirate island, water park, pool with waves, lazy river with large, rubber rings, adrenaline Bumerang slide, and a triple slide. For adults, there is the Olympic pool, as well as a hydromassage zone for relaxation.
Opening time: every day, between 9 AM and 7 PM, and from 25th June, 8 AM to 8 PM, until the middle of September.
❄️ Winter Thermal Riviera
The Winter Therma Riviera is open 365 days a year, between 9 AM and 9 PM.
This tropical indoor complex covers an area of over 6,500 square meters. It looks unreal: there are three domes with natural light, palm and blooming trees, caves and baths. It offers water activities for children and adults, such as pools, slides, pirate island, whirlpools, a water slide tube with light effects, and a wild river. The indoor pool is also connected to the outdoor pool.
Winter Thermal Riviera, Terme Čatež
💦 Wellness Riviera
I must admit that the Wellness Riviera is absolutely amazing!
It is a luxurious oasis of relaxation and regeneration, situated on about 1,000 square meters. So, take your time and get completely reset of body and soul. Try various types of saunas, such as salt-steam bath, infrared, Finnish, herbal or Turkish steam bath. Enjoy the whirlpools, relaxation room, and outdoor zen garden.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, from 4 PM to 9 PM, Saturday and Sunday, from 11 AM to 9 PM.
Bear in mind that all saunas are a nudist zone, and you can take only a towel, not a bathing costume. The entry is permitted to persons over 16 years of age.
Well, it is another story, and you can read more about the Wellness Riviera in one of the following texts.
Wellness Riviera: whirlpool and infrared sauna
Price tickets in Terme Čatež
The best way to purchase your tickets is online, allowing you to skip the line at the ticket office.
♦ Daily ticket for pools, Summer Thermal Riviera/Winter Thermal Riviera:
Adults: from Monday to Friday is 19 EUR, and 25 EUR during the weekend.
Children (5-14 years): 15 EUR, and 20 EUR during the weekend.
Purchase your tickets here.
♦ Daily ticket for Wellness Riviera
From Monday to Friday, it is 30 EUR, and 46 EUR during the weekend.
Various massages and wellness programs are also available in Grand Spa Terme.
Take a look at prices and offers here.
Wellness Riviera and Grand Spa Terme are accessible to both hotel and external guests.
🏨 Accommodation in the Terme Čatež complex
If you like to stay for the weekend or a few days, you can choose between three hotels (Hotel Terme, Hotel Toplice, Hotel Čatež) and various types of accommodation in the Terme Village.
By the way, Hotel Terme and Hotel Toplice are GREEN KEY hotels in Terme Čatež, which means that they care about the environment, saving water and energy, sorting waste, and offering local food.
Hotel Terme 4*
Surrounded by lush greenery, Hotel Terme is a perfect choice for relaxation and luxury. It is located in a quieter part of Terme Čatež.
Hotel Terme in Terme Čatež
Guests can enjoy renovated double rooms (25 m²) and apartments (50 m²).
Double room in Hotel Terme, Terme Čatež
We stayed two nights at Hotel Terme. It was truly fantastic: spacious, clean, and comfortable rooms, delicious food (breakfast and dinner), a modern fitness centre, friendly staff, and the fantastic Grand Spa Terme with various saunas, indoor and outdoor pools.
Grand SPA Terme
Hotel Toplice Family Inn 4*
Hotel Toplice is a perfect choice for families with children (double rooms are 30 m2, and apartments are 48-67 m2). It is directly connected with the Winter Thermal Riviera and close to the Summer Thermal Riviera.
Hotel Toplice and Hotel Toplice Family INN, photo promo and Natania Travel
A part of this hotel is the Hotel Toplice-Family Inn, the renovated first hotel in Terme Čatež.
Today, it is the first Slovenian family hotel dedicated solely to children and their parents. The rooms and interior are carefully decorated with trees and animal motifs. Instead of a reception, there is a large playroom and creative workshops for children, led by animators, as well as a PlayStation game room where both parents and children can have fun. The hotel is also connected with the Winter Thermal Riviera.
Rooms in Hotel Toplice-Family INN, Terme Čatež, photo promo and Natania Travel
Hotel Čatež 3*
Hotel Čatež offers double and family rooms for holiday guests, as well as for those visiting Terme Čatež for health and wellness reasons. Like other hotels in the complex, it is popular among families, offering an unforgettable vacation.
Hotel Čatež in Terme Čatež, Slovenia, photo promo
Terme Village
Close to the hotels, there are two campsites: Camp Terme Čatež (open year-round) and floating houses in Pirate Bay (open May to October).
Aerial view of Terme Village in the Terme Čatež complex
Actually, there are various types of mobile houses and apartments within the Terme complex.
Various mobile houses in Terme Village, photo promo and Natania Travel
Pirate Bay offers a unique accommodation experience on an artificial lake within the Terme Čatež complex, surrounded by nature. It features 20 wooden bungalows (25 m²), simply furnished with a kitchenette, beds, and a wooden terrace. Bathroom facilities are shared and located within the camp. Each bungalow can accommodate up to five guests.
Houses in the Pirate Bay, photo promo
Sports and fun activities in Terme Čatež
By the way, the whole resort is like a small town with many various things to do!
Within the complex, there is also a SPAR store, an info centre, and several smaller shops with souvenirs and items for water activities.
In the evening, one of the main meeting places is the Cabana Lounge & Play Bar, where karaoke, cocktail-making workshops, and board games are organised. And of course, a games of billiards with beer and cocktails last for hours…
Also, kids can enjoy an amusement park, while adults can gamble at Casino Lido.
Well, there is something for every generation 😀
Fun activities
Terme Čatež: reset and fun, 365 days a year
Well, I am sure that you will have a lot of fun and relaxation in Terme Čatež.
The day starts with a delicious breakfast, continues with enjoying the thermal pools, sauna or massage, and finishes with a glass of wine.
Definitely, it is the place where we can rest, but also to reset our body and soul.
The combination of summer playfulness and winter comfort makes Terme Čatež a destination that guests return to all year round.
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Sunset in Terme Čatež
📍 What to see close to Terme Čatež
Do you know that there are two amazing castles close to Terme Čatež?
Take a break from the pools and water adventures, and visit these historical places.
🏰 Brežice Castle is only 5 minutes away by car, located in the centre of Brežice town. It is a beautiful castle known for its fantastically decorated Knight Hall, interior, and the Posavje Museum Brežice. You can also visit the Water Tower, a symbol of the town, and learn more about the history of Čatež and thermal springs.
Brežice Castle
🏰 Mokrice Castle is located about 10 km away from Terme Čatež. It is a beautiful medieval castle situated among the trees, renowned for its excellent 1444 Restaurant and 18-hole golf course, open from early spring to late autumn.
Mokrice Castle
Stay tuned and read more about these stunning castles in the following texts on the blog 😎
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