Thermal baths in northern Italy
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Treat yourself to a relaxing spa vacation in northern Italy
Immerse yourself in the traditional thermal baths of northern Italy - where Roman heritage meets modern relaxation. Let yourself be pampered by the healing waters of the thermal baths and enjoy personal care in selected spa hotels. Book your wellness experience easily and securely with SpaDreams!
The most popular hotels for Thermal baths in northern Italy
Experience the culture and nature of northern Italy
When one speaks of northern Italy, one immediately thinks of imposing mountains or alpine lakes that enchant with their beauty, of stone villages or forests where one can take long walks in unspoiled nature. The thermal baths of northern Italy, among the most beautiful and best known, are fed by various natural springs of very ancient geological origin; their waters have special properties that make them unique and sought after. The experience of relaxing in warm pools of water while surrounded by imposing peaks covered with snow in winter is unique and absolutely worth trying at least once in a lifetime. Find out everything you need to know before embarking on your thermal vacation in northern Italy on our page.
Thermal water in northern Italy
The sulphurous thermal waters of northern Italy are characterized by a typical sulphur smell and contain 1 mg H2S (hydrogen sulphide) or more per liter. These waters are particularly beneficial to health as they stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system and appear to be particularly effective in stimulating the body's defenses. In contrast to previous centuries, we now have much more information about the composition of thermal waters, so that we can choose which type is most suitable depending on the problem to be solved.
Northern Italian thermal water stimulates the metabolism, detoxifies the body, has anti-stress properties and strengthens the body's defenses. Sulphur in combination with calcium, bicarbonate and magnesium has a strong anti-inflammatory effect and is useful in the prevention and treatment of bronchial, ear, nose and throat diseases. Used as a hydrotherapy, it helps with metabolic disorders.
Other indications are
- Skin diseases
- Joint cartilage and pain of the musculoskeletal system
- Arthrosis
- Gynaecological problems
- Problems of the liver, urinary tract and digestive tract
Excellent spa hotels in northern Italy
Surrounded by the most beautiful landscapes in northern Italy, our thermal hotels offer a variety of packages and spa programs, both for pure wellness and for the treatment of specific conditions. Our packages are varied, most of them include entry to the thermal baths, use of the sauna, various mud treatments, massages and participation in sports activities.
In the thermal hotels you can choose the type of board, from the simplest, which only includes breakfast , to full board, which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast is usually served in the form of a buffet, and as it is very rich, half board with dinner is usually sufficient. Of course, there is also no shortage of bars where you can relax in the evening with a nice glass of wine or a non-alcoholic refreshment.
Spa hotels often also offer the following services:
- Medical check-ups
- Leisure activities such as Nordic Walking, aqua aerobics, yoga, meditation and more
- A varied evening program
- Discounts in the region (e.g. for public transport or popular excursion destinations)
- Spa area with pools and saunas
- Transfer to/from the nearest train station
The best thermal baths in northern Italy
The Bagni Vecchi thermal bathsare located in the resort town of Bormio in Lombardy, surrounded by the imposing peaks of the Southern Alps. Here,sulphurous and slightly radon-containing water bubbles up from almost ten hot springs. The thermal spa is open to people aged 14 and over and offers a sauna area as well as various swimming pools: Roman baths, a medieval bath, imperial baths and a panoramic bath that ends at the edge of a cliff and offers a breathtaking view of the Lombardy mountains. You can do something good for your respiratory tract in the salt grotto . In the wellness area, massages, mud baths and facial treatments provide even more relaxation. For refreshment, you can treat yourself to a wellness food meal in the restaurant. At the end of the day, you can also book an aperitif.
The small town of Salsomaggiore Terme is located near Parma and is known for its highly saline thermal water. This springs at a temperature of 16°C from the artesian well, a water vein below the groundwater table. The water from the healing springs also feeds the pools at Terme Berzieri. The splendid building, built in 1923 in the neo-classical style, was named after the doctor Lorenzo Berzieri. Here you can also relax outside the water with wellness treatments, massages and mud treatments.
The famous resort town of Sirmione is located on a peninsula on the southern shore of Lake Garda, in Lombardy near the border with Veneto. The local thermal water is very well known and is even sold as a nasal spray under the name "Acqua di Sirmione". There are three thermal spas on the peninsula: the Aquaria Thermal SPA, the Terme Catullo and the Terme Vigilio. The Aquaria is one of the most visited thermal baths and awaits you with swimming pools, a sauna world, bubble loungers and colored light showers. The wellness area also offers relaxation and regeneration with a massage or in the mud bath.
The most beautiful thermal baths in northern Italy
Abano Terme is the main center of the Euganean thermal baths and is located in the province of Padua. The resort town is one of the most important in the world for both its thermal baths and its mud treatments. Thanks to the slow passage through the rocks, the thermal water is enriched with elements that make it one of the best in Europe!
Abano's attractions include the Grand Hotel Orologio and the surrounding park, the thermal baths city park and the thermal baths avenue with its stores and eateries where you can enjoy the culinary specialties of the region. The Euganean Hills are ideal for hiking and cycling .
Montegrotto Terme is located at the foot of the Euganean Hills and is connected to the nearby resort town of Abano Terme by a bus or a small train on wheels called "Il Puffetto". This resort town is not only known for its thermal springs, but also for the beauty of the area.
A characteristic feature of Montegrotto Terme are the numerous fountains, a very famous one of which is located in Mostar Park and symbolically marks the partnership between the town of Montegrotto and the city of Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The fountain represents a bridge that connects these two communities. A place you should definitely visit!
FAQ - Everything you need to know about your spa vacation in northern Italy
You can book your visit to a thermal baths with an overnight stay in a hotel in northern Italy with us from $322 per person.
You can enjoy a spa vacation in northern Italy at any time of year. The water is always wonderfully warm in both the indoor and outdoor pools. All you have to do is decide whether you would prefer to experience northern Italy in spring, summer or winter. Please note that the thermal baths may have different opening hours on public holidays, for example.
The resort towns of Abano Terme, Montegrotto Terme and Monteortone Terme in the Euganean Hills are particularly suitable for a spa vacation in northern Italy.
The best thermal baths in northern Italy include the Terme di Sirmione on Lake Garda and the Terme Bagni Vecchi in Lombardy.
It's best to plan at least one (extended) weekend for your short break in a hotel and thermal baths in northern Italy so that you can really relax.
If you book a hotel with its own thermal baths, you will usually be provided with a bathrobe and towels. If you are visiting a thermal baths that is not directly connected to a hotel, please pack both. In any case, you should remember to bring swimwear and everything you need for your hotel stay and every day.
In many thermal baths in northern Italy, access is only permitted for children aged 14 and over. However, younger children are also welcome in some of our spa hotels. Please state the age of the children in your inquiry so that we can find the right offer for you.
Yes, you can easily purchase a voucher on our website, which you can design and print out yourself. This gives the recipient the opportunity to choose the date and hotel.
We can often offer you early booking discounts or other price advantages for longer stays. Have a look in the program section of the hotel pages or ask our customer service team.