Băile cu nămol Eforie Nord

The mud baths of Eforie Nord are one of the emblematic spa attractions of the Romanian coast, linked to Lake Techirghiol, a salty lagoon with a high concentration of salts and a sapropelic mud of recognised therapeutic properties. The black mud, rich in mineral and organic substances, has been used for more than a century to treat rheumatic and dermatological conditions and other health problems, applied in the classic cure by smearing it on the body and exposing it to the sun. The traditional ritual involves coating in mud, drying in the sun on the lakeshore, and rinsing in the salt water, an experience enjoyed by generations of visitors.

The resort of Eforie Nord combines access to the Black Sea beaches with the spa treatments offered by the mud facilities near the lake. The area suits both relaxation and health cures, and the lagoon landscape contrasts pleasantly with the sea just a few steps away.