Kneipp-stream
Walk barefoot across the round stones
Open-air Kneipp circuit
Reverend Sebastian Kneipp (1821 - 1897) devised this method of treatment, which he believed would promote health to body, mind and soul, and would assist in the healing process. It was based on five principles : water, medicinal herbs, exercise, diet and an ordered life.
When Sebastian Kneipp set out his recommendations over 100 years ago, he was unwittingly laying the foundations for many of the modern principles adhered to by preventative medicine today.
In spite of being developed over 100 years ago, Kneipp's principles for healing and ensuring a healthy life-style are as relevant today as they ever were. Indeed, they are perfect for preventing and curing the so-called civilisation ailments so prevalent today.
The basis of Kneipp therapy, and the best known application, consists of various types of treatment with cold and warm water. These are designed to toughen up the body and to develop its natural resistance. Short bouts of treatment with cold water are shown to encourage the circulation and stimulate the body functions.
Take a walk barefoot across the rounded pebbles in the "Aquarena-Kneipp stream" The pure Gargellen mountain water which feeds this stream comes from our own private spring, and is guaranteed to stimulate your feet and test their reflexes!
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