The West Bohemian spas have been international points of attraction for writers and other figures from art and politics throughout the ages. This is reflected in a wealth of German, Czech, and other language texts. Walks through the famous spa towns trace the footsteps of century-old authors like Goethe and Kafka, as well as lesser-known names such as Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach and Louis Fürnberg. Quotes from important representatives of Czech literature, such as Božena Němcová, Jan Neruda, and Karel Čapek, provide a unique perspective on the spas, which partly fell into disrepair after World War II and partly became new artistic meeting points. The book invites readers on a journey of discovery in the charming spa region, where the cultural flair of bygone times is revived through new impulses such as local initiatives and festivals.