Alba County Council and the local administration of Ocna Mureș are preparing the development of an Aqua Park across a 5-hectare area, a project designed to expand the region’s tourism capacity near the Băile Sărate complex. The initiative aims to strengthen an integrated local economic ecosystem that leverages salt resources by stimulating balneary tourism, HoReCa services, and healthcare infrastructure.
The new project, submitted for funding to ADR Centru, will be located on the left bank of the Mureș River and will feature saltwater pools, a wave pool, water slides, SPA areas, recreational spaces, dining facilities, and parking lots. The expansion comes in response to strong demand generated by the Băile Sărate complex, inaugurated in 2023, which reported revenues exceeding €1 million in its first three months and over 250,000 visitors by the end of its first year, already prompting works to expand changing rooms, the beach area, and the restaurant. The development strategy also includes a healthcare component, through the modernization of the Outpatient Clinic via PNRR funds and the expansion of the Multifunctional Health Center’s services toward continuous hospitalization and medical rehabilitation. Following the signing of the financing contract for the Aqua Park, authorities will initiate the public procurement tender for construction works.
Frequently Asked Questions
What facilities will the new Aqua Park in Ocna Mureș include?
The 5-hectare park will feature saltwater pools, a wave pool, water slides, SPA wellness areas, dining spaces, recreational zones, and parking infrastructure.
How will the project be financed?
The project proposal has been submitted for European regional funding through ADR Centru.
What prompted the development of the new Aqua Park?
The expansion is driven by the major commercial success of the Băile Sărate complex, which drew over 250,000 visitors and generated over €1 million in its first three months.