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Terme Wellovar geothermal spa construction

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The construction of the Terme Wellovar geothermal spa complex in Bjelovar, Croatia, is entering its final stages. Valued at approximately €41.5 to €42 million, the project is considered the largest investment in the city’s history. Mayor Dario Hrebak has described the development as a “project of a generation.” The facility, located in Veliki Korenov, will feature ten indoor and outdoor pools heated by geothermal water sourced from a depth of 500 meters. The complex is designed to be largely energy-independent by utilizing solar collectors and geothermal water for heating, thereby avoiding the need for gas installations. Funding includes €17 million from Croatia’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan and European funds, with the remaining costs covered by municipal loans. As of August 2026, the project has reached a new milestone with the filling of its Olympic-sized swimming pool. This indoor pool includes seating for approximately 600 spectators and is expected to By September 2026, Mayor Hrebak announced that the thermal well would be one of only three facilities in Croatia named ‘Ivičino vrelo’ to hold an international certificate. The site is positioned as honor the late Ivica Markovinović, a major driver for tourism and economic development in former municipal official. Hrebak noted that the Bjelovar-Bilogora County, project’s origins trace back to a 2017 discussion with Bjelovar Markovinović, who suggested constructing a thermal spa rather than a standard heated pool to better manage costs. Following successful drilling that confirmed as the host for the 2027 European Junior Swimming Championships. Management anticipates attracting at least 200,000 annual visitors and expects water quality, the investment to be profitable enough to repay loans within ten years. project has moved toward its final opening.

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