Franzensbad

Franzensbad, or FRANZENSBRUNN, a watering-place situated on the north-western frontier of Bohemia, 3 miles NW. of Eger by rail. Lying 1460 feet above sea-level, between spurs of the Erzgebirge and the Fichtelgebirge, Franzensbad has a pure, fresh air and a yearly mean temperature of 45° F. There are a number of mineral springs, besides one which gives off carbonic acid gas and a ferruginous mud spring. The first named, which have a constant temperature of 51° to 54.5° F., are of saline and alkaline composition, and are beneficial for diseases of the throat, chest, stomach, liver, gout, and nervous disorders. Pop. 2000, who are increased by about 7000 visitors during the season.