# Romanian balneotherapy and spa sector developments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/romanian-balneotherapy-and-spa-sector-developments > Updated: 2026-10-09T07:07:59.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. Recent developments in Romania highlight both social benefits and infrastructure investments within the balneotherapy sector. In the counties of Argeș and Gorj, pension funds have initiated the distribution of balnear treatment tickets for the 12th series of 2026. These tickets, intended for stays in late October, allow beneficiaries to access various stations such as Amara, Băla, and Pucioasa. Simultaneously, the Romanian Ministry of Economy, Digitalization, Entrepreneurship and Tourism (MEDAT) has disbursed over 6 million lei to modernize spa and balneoclimateric resorts across five counties. This de minimis aid scheme supported nine projects involving private investments exceeding 12 million lei. The funding focused on expanding tourist reception, acquiring medical equipment for treatments, and upgrading infrastructure in locations including Băile Felix, Călimănești, and Tășnad. Minister Irineu Darău noted the objective is to leverage natural resources like mineral waters to meet European standards and provide an economic advantage. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-09: Romania invests 6 million lei to modernize spa resorts Romania's Ministry of Economy has disbursed over 6 million lei to modernize spa resorts in five counties, targeting infrastructure and medical equipment to boost balneotherapy tourism. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romania-invests-6-million-lei-to-modernize-spa-resorts ### 2026-10-05: Romanian pension funds distribute balnear treatment tickets Pension funds in Argeș and Gorj, Romania, are distributing balnear treatment tickets for October 2026, with several spots still available in various spa resorts. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/romanian-pension-funds-distribute-balnear-treatment-tickets --- Cite as: Romanian balneotherapy and spa sector developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/romanian-balneotherapy-and-spa-sector-developments