Bad Waltersdorf, located in Eastern Styria, Austria, boasts a rich history dating back to Roman times.

Around the 6th century, Slavs settled in the region, leaving traces in local field names, such as "Safen" (meaning "Frog Stream").

It became part of the holdings of Walter von der Traisen, a descendant of Aribo II, who established a village named after himself.

Over the centuries, the area endured invasions by Hungarians, Turks, and later conflicts, leading to significant destruction, including during the Kuruc uprisings in 1704.

During World War II, Bad Waltersdorf faced significant challenges, including air raids and occupation by both German and Soviet forces.

Subsequent beautification projects enhanced the town's charm, including the redesign of the village center with natural stone paving.

These comparisons have been met with both local and international scrutiny, leading to ongoing discussions about equity and transparency in the allocation of resources.

During the rescue operations, Mayor Josef Hauptmann publicly criticised the local volunteer fire brigade, consisting of 65 members.

[citation needed] Bad Waltersdorf is situated halfway between the district capitals of Hartberg and Fürstenfeld, in the heart of the East Styrian Hills (Oststeirisches Hügelland), within the Safen Valley (Safental), and near the border with Burgenland.

[12] The area's natural features include: Situated in the Eastern Styrian Hills, Bad Waltersdorf is surrounded by vineyards and is known for its mild climate and scenery.

[16] In 1978, during the search for oil reserves, a geological reservoir containing hot water approximately 400 million years old was discovered at a depth of 1,094 meters.

By 1981 and 1982, the thermal water’s energy was first utilized through a geothermal heating system for the local primary and secondary schools, kindergarten, greenhouse, and a private residence.

To optimize the use of the Bad Waltersdorf 1 and 2a reservoirs, significant land development was undertaken to accommodate future hotel construction.

The Bad Waltersdorf 2a reservoir is on plot 2907, owned by OTVG, and continues to be the primary source of thermal water extraction.