The Alba County Council and the local administration of Ocna Mureș are preparing the development of an Aqua Park covering an area of 5 hectares, a project designed to expand the area’s tourism capacity near the Băile Sărate complex. The initiative aims to strengthen an integrated local economic ecosystem that leverages saline resources by boosting spa and balneary tourism, HoReCa services, and medical infrastructure.
Submitted for financing to ADR Centru, the new project will be located on the left bank of the Mureș River and will feature saltwater pools, a wave pool, waterslides, SPA areas, recreation spaces, dining venues, and parking facilities. This expansion comes amid high demand generated by the Băile Sărate complex, opened in 2023, which recorded revenues exceeding €1 million in its first three months and welcomed over 250,000 visitors by the end of its first year, already prompting expansion works for locker rooms, the beach area, and the restaurant. The broader development strategy also includes a healthcare component through the modernization of the Polyclinic via the NRRP (PNRR) and the expansion of the Multifunctional Health Center’s services toward continuous inpatient care and medical rehabilitation. Following the signing of the financing agreement for the Aqua Park, local authorities will initiate the public tender for the execution of the construction works.
Frequently Asked Questions
What facilities will the new Aqua Park in Ocna Mureș include?
The 5-hectare complex will feature saltwater pools, a wave pool, waterslides, SPA facilities, relaxation zones, restaurants, and parking spaces.
How will the new water park project be funded?
The project has been submitted to secure non-repayable European funds through ADR Centru.
What drove the expansion of tourism capacity in the area?
The development is driven by the success of the Băile Sărate complex, which attracted over 250,000 visitors and generated more than €1 million in revenue within its first three months.