Gasteiner Heilstollen (Healing Cave)

The Gasteiner Heilstollen is a unique natural healing cave renowned worldwide for its therapeutic properties, especially for rheumatic diseases, respiratory problems, and skin conditions. Patients undergo 'therapy trips' into the mountain, where a combination of high humidity, natural radon gas, and elevated temperatures (37.5°C to 41.5°C) stimulates the body's self-healing powers. It's not a typical tourist attraction but a medical facility requiring prior consultation and reservation. Treatments are prescribed by doctors and are usually part of a multi-day or multi-week cure. Open year-round, daily from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Prices are per treatment and often covered by health insurance schemes or require specific packages.