# Băile Homorod

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> A small resort in the Homorodul Mare valley, among spruce forests: carbonated mineral springs, a chapel from 1765, the Lobogó ski run in winter and an alpine coaster.

**At a glance:** Resorts and thermal baths in Băile Homorod, Harghita County. Opening hours: daily open 24 hours. Ticket: Free. The visit takes 3½ – 4 hours. Information verified on 3 November 2026.

## Key facts

- **Opening hours:** daily open 24 hours — The resort and the springs are open at all times. The ski run operates in the snow season, daily from 10:00 to 20:00, including public holidays; day and hourly passes are only valid until 17:00. The alpine coaster is open daily from 09:00 to 21:00, weather permitting, and the outdoor pool only in summer.
- **Ticket:** Free — 1-day ski pass: 110–130 lei
- **Visit duration:** 3½ – 4 hours — springs, chapel and skiing
- **With kids:** Yes — sledging and beginners' slopes
- **Parking:** Yes, free — at the foot of the run
- **Best season:** All year round — skiing in winter, springs and coaster in summer
- **Address:** DN13A, in the centre of the resort, next to the Lobogó spring, Băile Homorod, Harghita County
- **Coordinates:** 46.35023, 25.47322
- **Website:** https://lobogo.ro/serviciu/partii-de-schi-ro
- **Wikipedia:** https://ro.wikipedia.org/wiki/B%C4%83ile_Homorod,_Harghita
- **Wikidata:** https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1054771
- **Categories:** [Resorts and thermal baths](https://peplaiuri.ro/en/resorts-and-thermal-baths), [Ski slopes](https://peplaiuri.ro/en/ski-slopes)

## About Băile Homorod

Băile Homorod (Homoródfürdő in Hungarian) is a spa and climatic resort in Harghita county, officially recognised as a tourist resort of local interest, lying at over 700 m in the valley of the Homorodul Mare, among spruce forests. It is a component locality of the town of Vlăhița, on the road between Odorheiu Secuiesc and Miercurea Ciuc. There are around 12 mineral springs within its bounds; the best known are Lobogó and Mária.

The waters were first analysed in 1820, and in the 19th century the springs were capped and villas, promenades and music pavilions were built; by the middle of the century Homorod was one of the most popular spas in Transylvania. In the early 20th century a pharmacist from Odorheiu Secuiesc leased the resort and added more villas, restaurants and sports grounds. After nationalisation the villas became holiday homes and then a camp for schoolchildren, until 1989; many have fallen into disrepair since. Since 2005 the Lobogó ski run has operated on the slope next to the centre.

### What you can see

The springs are capped along the valley, close to the road. The water of the Lobogó spring is carbonated, sodium-chloride, alkaline and rich in iron, and is recommended for drinking cures for low-acid gastritis and chronic liver and biliary conditions. At the entrance to the resort stands the **Chapel of St John the Baptist**, built in 1765 by Lázár János in thanks for his recovery, with a carved wooden statue under the porch. At the site called Földvár, west of the resort, are the ruins of Roman fortifications from the 2nd century.

In winter you can ski on the **Lobogó run**, an easy run with a drag lift, alongside which are a beginners' slope and a 100 m sledging slope for children. In summer you can ride the **alpine coaster**, almost 1 km long with four spirals, and swim at the outdoor pool.

### Good to know

The run only operates when there is snow, and the low altitude makes for a short ski season. Skis and sledges can be hired on site, but snowboards cannot.

## Don't miss

- The carbonated water of the Lobogó and Mária springs, drunk straight from the source.
- The Chapel of St John the Baptist, built in 1765 at the entrance to the resort, with the wooden statue under its porch.
- A day's skiing on the Lobogó run, a few steps from the centre of the resort.
- The ride down the alpine coaster, almost 1 km long, with four spirals.
- The 100 m sledging slope for little ones, next to the foot of the ski run.

## Good to know before you go

### Getting there

**By car:** Băile Homorod is on the DN13A, the road between Odorheiu Secuiesc and Miercurea Ciuc, which runs through the middle of the resort: ~18 km (~20 minutes) from Odorheiu Secuiesc, ~6 km from Vlăhița and ~33 km (~35 minutes) from Miercurea Ciuc. From Brașov it is ~109 km (~2 hours), and from Târgu Mureș ~106 km (~2 hours 10 minutes).

### Where to park

There is a free car park at the foot of the run, and more parking next to the Lobogó spring. On snowy winter weekends the spaces fill up quickly.

### Fees & discounts

Entry to the resort and the spring water are free. On the Lobogó run a 1-day ski pass costs 110 lei from Monday to Thursday and 130 lei from Friday to Sunday, on public holidays and during school holidays; there are also 2-hour passes (75 and 90 lei respectively), 4-hour passes (100 and 110 lei) and, at weekends, 2-day passes (230 lei). People over 65 and children under 150 cm pay a reduced rate (90 lei a day from Monday to Thursday). For single rides you buy points: one ride costs 2 points from Monday to Thursday and 3 points at other times, and 3 points cost 20 lei. The ski pass card carries a 10 lei deposit. Prices may change from one season to the next.

### Rules

On the run, keep to the markings and safety rules; the sledging slope and the beginners' slope are kept separate from the ski run. Drink the mineral water in moderation, and ask a doctor first before taking a cure. Bears live in the surrounding forests: do not leave food or rubbish behind and do not feed the animals.

### Facilities

Ski and sledge hire (no snowboards) · warming room at the foot of the run · beginners' slope and sledging slope · alpine coaster · outdoor pool in summer · accommodation at the foot of the run · mineral springs

## Details

- **Water type:** carbonated, iron-rich mineral waters
- **Therapeutic uses:** digestive, liver and biliary conditions

## Frequently asked questions about Băile Homorod

**How much is a ticket to Băile Homorod?**

Admission to Băile Homorod is free (1-day ski pass: 110–130 lei). More under “Fees & discounts”.

**What are the opening hours of Băile Homorod?**

Opening hours at Băile Homorod: daily open 24 hours. More under “Opening hours”.

**How long does a visit to Băile Homorod take?**

A visit to Băile Homorod takes about 3½ – 4 hours (springs, chapel and skiing).

**Can you visit Băile Homorod with kids?**

Yes, Băile Homorod is suitable for children (sledging and beginners' slopes).

**Where can I park at Băile Homorod?**

There is free parking at Băile Homorod (at the foot of the run). More under “Where to park”.

**How do I get to Băile Homorod?**

Băile Homorod is located at DN13A, in the centre of the resort, next to the Lobogó spring, Băile Homorod, Harghita County. More under “Getting there”.

**When is the best time to visit Băile Homorod?**

The best season for Băile Homorod: All year round (skiing in winter, springs and coaster in summer).

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Last updated: 3 November 2026
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