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Public baths

Restoration of Public Baths

In the golden age of Lipik, most of the buildings in the town centre were built for the noblesse, including the majority of the baths, but the Public Baths were intended for the plebs. Lipik suffered great destruction during the Croatian War of Independence, in which most of the buildings were damaged, including the Public Baths, which is also the oldest spa facility in the landscaped public garden.

Public Baths are one of the few facilities within the Lipik Spa that have not yet been renovated, but the Terme Lipik Project includes the reconstruction and equipping of the facility, which will provide wellness therapies to visitors. Apart from the rehabilitation, the Public Baths will also be used through the cultural and tourist activities, which will further enrich the offer and services of the Lipik Spa.

Revival of the historical heritage of Lipik

Interpretive themes within the Public Baths are primarily related to the history of Lipik and the Lipik thermal complex. The renovation of the entire project unit, which, in addition to the Public Baths, includes Zinke Villa – Villa of Good Water and Spa, will create a new tourist potential that enables the interpretation of the part of the rich Lipik history using modern interpretation tools, allow visits to the site for all visitors, and improve the system for managing and promoting this tourist destination.

Reconstruction and equipping of the Public Baths facility will create contents that will be used to present thermo-mineral water using the modern multimedia equipment, as a continuation of the presentation of the interpretive content of the Villa of Good Water. Furthermore, visitors will be able to experience the presented material with all of their senses, through a historical display of treatment and rehabilitation with thermo-to mineral water in the facilities such as swimming pool, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, salt room and massage area.

The Splendor of the People's Baths Has Been Restored: Lipik is Proud of its Renovated Spa!

After extensive renovation and equipping works, this architectural gem has once again shone, ready to provide visitors with top-notch health services and a historical presentation of treatments.

The renovation project of the People’s Baths was part of a wider project called “Terme Lipik”, which aimed to revitalize the city’s cultural and historical heritage and enrich the tourist offer. With the support of EU funds, the City of Lipik managed to restore the former glory of this significant building, which for decades was a symbol of spa tourism.

“The People’s Baths have always been the heart of Lipik, a place where generations have rested and healed. Today, we can proudly say that we have restored their old splendor and enabled them to once again become the center of health tourism,” said Vinko Kasana, the mayor of Lipik.

The renovated People’s Baths offer a wide range of services, including a salt room, pool, sauna, massages. In addition, the facility is equipped with modern equipment and adapted to the needs of the modern visitor.

“This project is not just a renovation of a building, but also an investment in the future of Lipik. We believe that the renovated People’s Baths will attract many visitors, both from Croatia and abroad, and become an unmissable destination for all those seeking relaxation and health,” added Mayor Kasana.

The opening of the People’s Baths marks a new era for Lipik, confirming its commitment to preserving tradition and developing tourism. Everyone is invited to visit this beautiful facility and enjoy the benefits of thermal water and top-quality services!

Designers:

Professor Boris Koružnjak, MSc, graduate architect – University of Zagreb, Faculty of Architecture, Institute for Architecture, Zagreb

Contractors:

Šprajc THD d.o.o., Slavonski Brod

Construction supervision:

Project supervision: Design supervision: University of Zagreb, Faculty of Architecture, Institute for Architecture, Zagreb
Professional supervision: Daing d.o.o., Daruvar
Archeologic supervision: ARTING d.o.o., Bjelovar

Project status:

Construction works started in March 2021 and ended in December 2023.

Current status:

The building is in use.