Loutraki: a Spa town                                         

Taking advantage of its beautiful natural environment, its therapeutical water sources and its critical place in history, the town has attracted international visitors since the 1930s. Loutraki became a well known thermal spa due to its connections to the Greek and the Egyptian Royalties. The Greek King Othon appreciated the relaxation therapy in the thermal springs and often visited Loutraki for taking a cure. King Fuat of Egypt also paid regular visits to Loutraki. Loutraki, however, had its beginning as a spa in 1855 when ten wooden cabins were built and after historical personalities like Xenophon, Pafsanias and Thukididis had reported on the healing effects of the thermal springs. In 1926, the number of cabins amounted to 105, but two years later they were destroyed during a big earthquake. Nine years later reconstruction of the spa facilities started, which still exist today even though in a much more luxurious style than at the beginning of the century. In 1855, the first municipal enterprise to exploit the springs opened, providing organised facilities for those who travelled to Loutraki "to take the waters". Since 1936 Loutraki has been a station for hot baths, winning the accolade of first Center for Lithiasis in Greece and in the Eastem Mediterranean. In the past few decades the waters of Loutraki have attracted the interest of medical circles, being considered comparable to the famous waters of Vichy, Evian and Perrier, and they have been the subject of many scientific and medical studies. Today, Loutraki with three ultramodern hydrotherapy installations, fully equipped for treatment using baths, drinking and physiotherapy, as well as impeccable facilities for tourists, fully merits its ranking among the finest organized health resorts internationally. Loutraki is well-known for the successful treatment of rheumatism, arthritis, neuralgia and diseases of skin.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS TOURISM

The drinking therapy, can be with medicinal or natural mineral water, as every individual case requires. The natural springs waters of Loutraki, have been described as chlorinated metallic, slightly alkaline (Ph = 7,2 – 7,3), radiant (7 – 31 MACHE units, depending on the spring).

Due to their specific composition, Loutraki curative water is highly recommended as the best way of prevention and cure for people with digestive system problems, hepatic insufficiency, gastritis and it’s the most efficient solution for the cure of kidney stones and gall stones.

Physical characteristics of Loutraki Natural Mineral Table Water.

Light and pleasant to the taste, reach in magnesium and soda content, slightly alkaline, radio – active, temperature at the source 19,5 C ^ο.

Physical characteristics of Loutraki curative water.

Scientifically the waters of Loutraki, have been described as chlorinated metallic, slightly alkaline, (Ph = 7,2 – 7,3), radiant (7-31 MACHE units depending on the spring). The water temperature fluctuates from 30 to 31,4 C ^ο  . 

* Atypical digestive irregularities – Irritations of the intestinal tract – Gall stones

* Chronic inflammation of the Gall bladder – Irregular movements of the bile ducts

* Kidney stones – Chronic kidney insufficiency – Duodenite

* Metabolic disturbances of Urine acid – Inflammations of the urinary track

 HYDROTHERAPY

The beneficial qualities of Loutraki water, have been well – known throughout history and the modern facilities available today, provide the opportunity for immediate prevention of ailments, therapy and rejuvenation for the entire body. The excellently equipped and organized Hydrotherapy Center, is open all year round and operates under the auspices of the Municipal Enterprise << Thermals Loutraki>>. Under the supervision of specialized physicians and experienced physiotherapists, prevention of ailments, revitalization and relaxation are accelerated by the natural hot springs, whirlpools, sauna, exercise and physiotherapy. 

* Chronic injuries of the joints – Chronic rheumatoid arthritis

* Chronic inflammations of the joints – Arthralgia

* Arthritis (cervical syndrome – shoulder – knee – hip – tibia) – Lumbar Spine Arthritis

* Lumbago – Sciatica – Muscle pains  – Neuralgia – Neuritis – Neurodermatitis

* Inflammation of the skin – Allergies of the skin – Psoriasis

* Atypical gynecological conditions – Overuse syndromes (Athletic injuries) – Eczema

* Post operative care after hemorrhoid ectomy

PHYSIOTHERAPY

It has been scientifically proven, that the combination of Spa therapy and Physiotherapy, significantly enhance the beneficial results of therapy. Specialized scientific staff, consisted of doctors, physical therapists, fitness, instructors etc, examine and recommend the appropriate therapy program for each ailment. Then the specialist supervise every individual case for the entire duration of the therapy to maximize the outcome of therapy. Being well-organized and equipped, the Physiotherapy department, offer the latest benefits of the technology in the field: from infrared laser, cross currents, T.N.S., light polarization, diathermy, to electrotherapy, using magnetic fields.

At the Spa Center, among many other facilities, is a sauna which provides the body with outstanding results. All the dead skin cells and harmful toxins, are eliminated. The nervous system is soothed which helps the body to get back into physical condition.

SPA PROGRAMS FOR REVITALISATION – ANTISTRESS

 At Loutraki Spa Center, you may choose among various special rejuvenation packages, which include hydro- massage, sauna, relax massage, fitness massage and breathing therapy, adjusted to the clients needs.

See attached PDF file for the  2005 Spa Packages and Prices

 LOUTRAKI HYDROTHERAPEUTIC CENTER

For more information contact : Loutraki Hydrotherapeutic Center, 24, G. Lekka , Loutraki 20300

Tel. +30-27440-22215, 61990 and 26325 Fax. +30-27440-21124 Email: touristinfo@loutraki.gr

DISABLED GUESTS AT HOTEL SEGAS: Although our little hotel is very aware of disability issues and disabled travellers friendly we are unfortunately inaccessible as each room has been designed individually at a time that accessibility legislation and practice was poor. Nevertheless we will do everything possible to provide our services to disabled travellers and their accompanying persons. Only the very small wheelchairs can get into the elevator (entry 55cm) and we feel that the hotel is suitable for guests that will find the M2 classification of the British National Accessibility Scheme. There is one step to the front door of the hotel and an elevator to all floors. Bathroom entrances and space vary in each room. Once on the main road in front of the hotel the beach is about 300 meters away and there ramps all the way to the beach.  In fact we have a small number of regular disabled customers who come every year and enjoy themselves.

DIALYSIS: Medialyse Centre

A brand new Holiday Dialysis Centre has opened in Loutraki in November 2004. For more information contact:

Medialyse Centre, Palaia Gefira Loutraki (next to Galanopoulos Stadium), Loutraki, GR20300,