Mersin offers not only the sea and a mild Mediterranean climate, but also a well-developed health tourism infrastructure. The thermal springs of Mersin and the surrounding regions are popular among both Turkish residents and foreigners due to their high mineral content, modern hotel facilities, and year-round recreation.
Çiftehan Kaplıcaları is a famous thermal spa near Mersin
- Turkish name: Çiftehan Kaplıcaları
- Region: Ulukışla, Niğde
- Location: Çiftehan, Cumhuriyet, 51902 Çiftehan/Ulukışla/Niğde, Türkiye
- Distance from Mersin: about 130-150 km
- Travel time: approximately 2 hours by car
- Çiftehan is located in a mountainous area at an altitude of about 1,500 meters.
Water temperature Çiftehan
- +48°C … +52°C at the outlet
- in therapeutic pools - +38…+42°C
Mineral composition of water
- sodium
- calcium
- magnesium
- hydrocarbonates
- sulfates
- fluorine
- silicic acid
Mineralization is above average.
Treatment indications
Çiftehan sources are used for:
- joint diseases
- arthrosis
- rheumatism
- problems of the musculoskeletal system
- skin diseases
- metabolic disorders
BN Hotel Thermal & Wellness is a modern thermal complex in Mersin
BN Hotel Thermal & Wellness is a large thermal and wellness complex focused on family holidays, medical tourism and wellness stays.
Main characteristics:
- Location:
- Iğdır, Iğdır Sk İçmeler Mevkii No:585 A, 33115 Akdeniz/Mersin, Türkiye
- Area: about 240,000 m²
- Number of rooms: more than 240 rooms of various categories
- Own thermal wells
- Indoor and outdoor thermal pools
- SPA center and wellness area
- Medical block and physiotherapy rooms
- Family and VIP zones
The hotel is open all year round and is suitable for both short-term holidays and wellness programs.
Composition and temperature of thermal water
Thermal water in the Mersin region is classified as mineral hydrocarbonate-sodium water of medium and high mineralization.
Water temperature:
- At the source outlet: 45–60°C
- In swimming pools: 36–40°C
Main minerals:
- hydrocarbonates
- sodium
- calcium
- magnesium
- sulfates
- microelements
This composition is typical for the therapeutic thermal springs of Turkey and is used in balneotherapy programs.
Indications for treatment at the thermal springs of Mersin
The thermal waters of BN Hotel Thermal & Wellness and the Çiftehan region are traditionally recommended for:
Indications:
- diseases of the musculoskeletal system (arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondrosis)
- chronic back and joint pain
- rheumatic diseases
- recovery from injuries and surgeries
- skin diseases (psoriasis, dermatitis)
- stress, chronic fatigue
- sleep disorders
- mild forms of neurological disorders
- recovery after physical activity
Contraindications
Before visiting thermal springs, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
- oncological diseases in the active stage
- acute inflammatory processes
- severe cardiovascular diseases
- stage III hypertension
- infectious diseases
- pregnancy (as prescribed by a doctor)
- exacerbation of chronic diseases
Why do foreigners choose Mersin's thermal springs?
Mersin is becoming an increasingly popular destination for medical and health tourism due to:
- mild climate all year round
- affordable prices compared to Europe
- modern thermal hotels
- developed infrastructure
- opportunities to combine treatment and a seaside holiday
Many foreigners purchasing property in Mersin view the proximity of thermal springs as an additional benefit for health and quality of life.
Thermal holidays in Mersin – an investment in health
Mersin thermal spas are a combination of:
- natural mineral springs
- modern medicine and SPA technologies
- mild Mediterranean climate
- year-round health improvement format.
