Ambrose Springs

Ambrose Springs.Marianske lazne

Ambrose (Ambrožův) was named after the enlightened Abbot Jeronym Ambroz, who sought to make these waters accessible to those in need. It used to be and is still sometimes called the 'Spring of Love'. With its high content of iron, it is used to treat anemia, chlorosis and to bring a healthy ruddy glow to the cheeks. Records of the spring's first tapping go back to the year 1807.The water is used both for drinking and in the preparation of carbon dioxide baths.

MAGNESIUM21 mg/l

CALCIUM46 mg/l

SODIUM57 mg/l

BICARBONATE333 mg/l

SULPHATE81 mg/l

CHLORIDE20 mg/l

FREE CO22 420 mg/l

MINERALIZATION0,63 g/l

Treatment:

Certain forms of anaemia, and their diuretic effects make them useful in treating certain urinary tract diseases, particularly lithiasis.

Location:

This spring can be accessed in the little park that sits above the Casino.

Accessibility:

freely accessible (in winter, October - April, not available)