A major benefactor and supporter of Bad Fusch was the Archbishop of Salzburg, Friedrich Schwarzenberg, after whom the most powerful spring, the "Fürstenquelle" (Prince's Spring), is named. He regularly visited the spa from 1829 to 1843 and owned a house there. He was also an avid alpinist. Unfortunately, the spa was repeatedly hit by avalanche disasters. In the 17th century, an avalanche from Mitterkar destroyed the church and several other buildings. As a result, the church was rebuilt in a safer location in 1705. It is dedicated to St. Wolfgang, a tradition likely due to the fact that places associated with St. Wolfgang are often found near healing springs. Pilgrimages were also conducted here.

In 1844, another avalanche damaged the church and destroyed the Schwarzenberg residence. The damages were repaired, and the furnishings of the church were replaced by generous spa guests. Later, the buildings were given natural protection through extensive forest planting. Despite these tragic events, the spa gained increasing prestige both domestically and abroad, with 1,500 bathers arriving in the summer months by the end of the 19th century.

The Romantic painters soon discovered Bad Fusch as a charming motif. As a result, there are several copper engravings and paintings of the "Fuscherbad" from the 19th century, by artists such as Georg Pezold, Friedrich Loos, Heinrich Reinhold, and Jakob Alt. The famous poet Hugo von Hofmannsthal also visited Bad Fusch several times during his youth. The town experienced a revival with the construction of the Badstraße in 1893. Further modernization followed with the improvement of accommodations in the two hotels, the creation of a swimming pond, a bowling alley, and a tennis court. A carriage service was established between Bruck and Bad Fusch, and a seasonal post office was opened in the town.

Of the eleven healing springs, today the "Fürstenquelle," the most abundant, the "Augenquelle," and the "Theresienquelle," which fills the pond, remain. In recent years, the "Leberquelle" has dried up. The springs contain only a few mineral components, such as sodium sulfate, magnesium carbonate, and silicic acid. Among other things, they are rich in natural carbonic acid and maintain a constant temperature of around 6.2°C. The water has a refreshing and invigorating effect. It stimulates the appetite, promotes digestion, and enhances blood circulation. The springs were also believed to have healing effects for women's ailments. Patients whose ailments were due to the weakening of the nervous system found relief or healing of their conditions here. Drinking cures, baths, and mountain air were part of the therapy prescribed by the spa doctor.

However, after the First World War, an unstoppable decline began. The unfavorable location and strong competition became evident. Ownership changed hands several times. Fires plagued the spa. After the Second World War, attempts were made to revive the spa, but unfortunately, a generously planned project failed due to financial mismanagement.

Today, the former spa, with its secluded location and charming landscape, is a popular destination. Since the construction of the Kneipp facility in 2010, the healing springs have been utilized once again in a meaningful way.

To this day, Kneipp's water treatments remain very popular due to their simplicity. In 2015, the German UNESCO Commission even decided to recognize "Kneipp as traditional knowledge and practice according to the teachings of Sebastian Kneipp" as an intangible cultural heritage.

In Bad Fusch, there are several Kneipp options: In our Kneipp pools, located directly in the facility built in 2010, there are two foot and one arm Kneipp pools. Additionally, the Herzalbrunnen, located a bit above the facility, is ideal for invigorating treatments. On-site, you will find detailed instructions on the correct procedure for Kneipping.

The famous ribs (best enjoyed with a refreshing Pinzgau Bräu craft beer from Bruck) and the incomparable brownies, which are best paired with a delicious Familie-Schärf coffee, are a real treat.

The guys also offer a varied weekly program, where you can enjoy guided hikes, yoga, or painting courses. You definitely should try the newly installed game "Fusch Ball."

In 2020, Jonnie discovered a place called Bad Fusch, which inspired him to start writing and illustrating his children's book series. As the Covid-19 travel restrictions prevented him from visiting his family in England, he wanted to find a way to share his new discoveries and lifestyle in Austria with his nephew and sister. His book was the perfect medium for that. Jonnie's books tell the story of four animals living in the Bad Fusch forest, who experience many adventures. It's an easygoing, humorous, yet educational read.

Follow the story of Reggie Mouse and his forest friends Malin the monkey and Sedric the marmot, who discover two strange bipeds in their forest in Bad Fusch. To find out what they're doing in their woods, Reggie Mouse and his friends head to Frog Pond to see if Laura Frog might have an answer, as she always knows everything. While everyone searches for clues, they learn more about the steam and water basins and the flowing mountain springs of their forest. Eventually, they find the bipeds doing funny stretching exercises, and the friends decide to humorously imitate them.

The book "Die neuen Zweibeiner" (The New Bipeds) can be purchased for 10 EUR directly at the Jausenstation Bad Fusch or at one of the two Tourist Information centers in Bruck or Fusch.

Discover the surrounding forest, the trails, and the history. Visit the small church and the St. Wolfgang chapel. Listen to the tranquility in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park while gazing over the surface of the pond. Enjoy the activity of children at the playground – or become a child again yourself. Let the effects of the eye spring water take their course and enjoy this special, magical place.

In the center of Fusch, just after the Pension Oberreiter, the road to Bad Fusch begins. It can be easily accessed by car (with no continuous asphalt), by (e-)bike, or on foot. There are parking spaces available on-site. Thus, Bad Fusch is not only an ideal excursion destination but also a starting point for hikes, such as to the Schwarzkopf (2.764m). This way, mountain enthusiasts can skip the first few meters before heading into higher elevations.