Thermes de La Preste-les-Bains
Thermes de La Preste-les-Bains is a thermal spa facility with natural hot springs set in a mountain village near the Spanish border. The grounds include modern heated pools with natural light, specialized treatment rooms, and rest areas overlooking the valley where visitors receive thermal therapies.
The springs were first documented in 1302, and patients sought healing in their waters from 1340 onward. In the 18th century, physicians like Coste and Marcé identified therapeutic properties for urinary conditions, establishing the site as a specialized healing center.
The thermal baths represent a long-standing healing tradition where locals and visitors gather to benefit from the natural hot springs. The site reflects a practice rooted in nature and wellness that has remained central to how people use this mountain village.
The site is easy to navigate with rest areas available between treatments for visitors to relax. Keep in mind the elevation above 3000 feet (1000 meters) and the temperate mountain climate, which offers additional benefits for recovery depending on the season.
The Apollon spring feeds the facility with water at body temperature, making it particularly effective for therapeutic applications. This natural property allows the body to absorb healing minerals like sulfur, magnesium, and fluoride more easily.
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