What are the best spas in France?

Thermal baths of Luchon

Luchon boasts the most sulphurous waters in the Pyrenees. Every year, the resort welcomes tens of thousands of curists who come to take advantage of the benefits of these waters, which are reputed to be very effective against rheumatism but also allergies and ENT problems. Mud baths and steam jets are a real treat! The Thermes de Luchon are also located in an idyllic setting, the ideal opportunity to discover the region.

Avène-les-Bains

Avène-les-Bains is a paradise for weakened skin. The spa, which has been recognised as a public utility since 1874 for its therapeutic properties, welcomes young and old alike for various treatments of exceptional quality. And if you want to take a little bit of the Avène-les-Bains thermal baths with you after the cure, there is nothing like the range of products specially developed with this characteristic thermal water.

Evian-les-Bains

Do you want a relaxing stay facing Lake Geneva in the heart of the Alps? Then Evian-les-Bains is the ideal spa resort! Specialised in the treatment of digestive, urinary and rheumatic diseases, Evian-les-Bains also offers a spa, well-being and slimming treatments and a whole range of treatments for future and new mothers accompanied by their babies. A real little paradise that you can also enjoy for a day!

Thermes de Borda

Located in Dax, in the Landes department, the Borda thermal baths offer high-quality treatments and accommodation. Rich in calcium, sodium chloride and magnesium sulphate, the water of Dax is renowned for its numerous virtues in rheumatology and phlebology. The Borda thermal baths offer classic treatments, notably based on the famous Dax mud, but also a thermal spa with aquatic activities accessible to all.

Plombières-les-Bains

Plombières-les-Bains is a small village in the Vosges whose spa treats rheumatic and digestive problems. "Countless springs, streams and brooks feed forests of pine and beech trees. In short, water, water, more water", wrote Guy de Maupassant after a visit to the resort whose benefits have been known since Antiquity.

La Roche-Posay

The excellent reputation of the La Roche-Posay spa is well established. Located in the Vienne department, the La Roche-Posay thermal baths specialise in the treatment of dermatological conditions and visitors come from all over Europe to take advantage of its low mineral content water. The resort also offers leisure and relaxation activities, including a spa, a golf course and several tennis courts.

Amélie-les-Bains

Located in the Eastern Pyrenees, the thermal baths of Amélie-les-Bains are approved to treat respiratory problems and rheumatological disorders. Visitors can take advantage of numerous treatments based on the resort's silica-rich water, as well as activities geared more towards fitness and well-being, including a spa and the practice of yoga and sophrology.

Bagnoles-de-l'Orne

The thermal water of Bagnoles-de-l'Orne is known for its sedative and soothing properties. It is reputed to treat rheumatological, blood circulation and gynaecological disorders. Whether it is for a cure or a stay of fitness, Bagnoles-de-l'Orne offers a framework favourable to relaxation and one can even come there in couple, for treatments for two.

Néris-les-Bains

In the heart of the Auvergne, the resort of Néris-les-Bains offers a wide range of thermal treatments designed to relieve muscular and joint pain, but also to soothe anxiety and stress. A proposal that is rare enough to be underlined, the resort even offers a "Mental Charge" stay accessible to all, but which is particularly aimed at mothers of families overwhelmed by daily life.

Évaux-les-Bains

Rheumatology, phlebology and gynaecology are the three indications for a cure in the beautiful spa town of Evaux-les-Bains. Two hot springs gush out in this village in the Creuse and the resort offers both health cures and stays focused on well-being with treatments for everyone, even children from 8 years old.

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