Nowadays, it is possible to find spas beyond the places where thermal waters arise naturally. That is why there is great spas and spas in Spain and also on a European level that is worth visiting. We will give you some ideas about the best spas to give yourself a restful season.
Among the spas that we discuss are the best in Spain or Europe, as well as spa towns in which its thermal waters are its main attraction. There are undoubtedly more and more destinations when choosing a relaxation vacation.
Spas in Europe
In Europe there are many spa cities where you can enjoy the best hot springs and tourist complexes for relaxation cures.
Budapest is the most famous spa city, since it has more than one hundred natural and artificial springs. The waters that arise from the springs range from 20 to 80 degrees and there are some very famous establishments that you should not miss. Széchenyi and Gellert are among the best known, being the first of the largest in Europe.
Carlsbad It is a must visit if we go to Prague in the Czech Republic. It is a town that for centuries has been recognized for the properties of its thermal waters. One of the places to enjoy treatments is the Grand Hotel Pupp. In addition, the town has the addition of having a great Belle Epoque style.
La city of bath It is well known in England for its hot springs, as it is the only spa town they have. These waters were already known in Roman times and made the city become a place where the upper classes enjoyed their vacations and health treatments. You have to visit the renovated Termae Bath Spa to enjoy the best treatments.
Bagno Vignoni is located in Italy, in the Orza valley. These hot springs were used already in Roman times, which is why they enjoy great popularity and antiquity. The most interesting thing is that in the heart of the town you can see a huge outdoor pool that is more than two thousand years old with water that comes out at 49 degrees.
If we let's go to icelandWe are sure to visit the capital Reykjavik. Well, very close to the city is one of the most famous open-air spas in the world. Surely you have ever seen photographs of this dream place, located in a remote place. We refer to the Blue Lagoon or Blue Lagoon in Grindavik, which attracts thousands of visitors every year, who want to enjoy its pleasant hot springs and snowy landscapes at the same time. In this country there is a great geothermal activity and that is why it is one of the most sought after places in terms of thermal waters, thanks to its natural springs.
Now Istanbul city you must go to try the hammams or older Turkish baths. This tradition that today can be found in any spa, was very present in the life of Muslims for centuries. Bathrooms like the Sleymaniye can be found in the city, and they are not only places to take care of the body, but also to socialize.
Evian les bains It is a small town that is well known for bottling high quality water that is consumed all over the world. But this city on the border with France and Switzerland offers much more to tourists. It has a large spa complex called Evian Baths.
Spas in Spain
In Spain there are not so many places that have natural hot springs, but it is possible to find many spas in comfortable hotels, due to the boom of this type of tourism. There are some that are especially known, both for their facilities and for their treatments.
El Thermal Hotel Burgo de Osma It is located in Burgos and can be a good choice for a vacation. This was a historic place, as the spa pool is located in a courtyard of Renaissance columns, in a beautiful Mozarabic hermitage dating from the XNUMXth century. It offers a great variety of thermal circuits.
En Oviedo is located Las Caldas Thermal Villa, a spa that revolves around a spring. It offers modern facilities in a very beautiful natural environment. It has an outdoor pool and many treatments, from the use of Dead Sea algae to chocolate.
El Alva Park Hotel & Spa It is a great place located in Lloret de Mar. A hotel with a spa where you can try the 'bath of the Hindu princess'. A room decorated in a very original way where there is a pool with underwater music.