Work has started on the Saloc spa and resort in Hungary, which will feature one of Europe's first thermal salt spas.

Hungary has been seeing a surge in tourists, who are combining their sightseeing with medical treatments. Details about the spa facilities have not yet been released although it is known that the Mineral Salt Spa will emerge from 410 metres deep and will feature salt therapy, which has been shown to improve respiratory conditions.

Saloc Resort will be marketed as a unique offering based on the claim that the waters are “some of the most medicinal in the world”. As such, the government of Hungary have appointed this particular project as one of 'high significance'.

Based in Egerszalók, close to an hour from Budapest, the 254-room resort covers seven hectares and also includes an 18-hole golf course, tennis court and petting zoo in addition to fishing, horse riding, cycling and walking activities

The new resort, under the wing of Select Resorts and in association with Savills International, is due to be completed in December 2014.