Termas de Chillán
Chillan Volcano, Bio-Bio Region, Chile
- Location
- Chillan Volcano, Bio-Bio Region, Chile
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
SoufreSulfuresSulfates
On the slopes of the Nevados de Chillán volcanic complex, in Chile's Bio-Bío region, Termas de Chillán sits in the Valle Hermoso sector. Indigenous peoples of the area knew of these springs long before Spanish settlers arrived; as early as 1703, Father Diego de Rosales wrote of pilgrims finding relief there. Of volcanic origin, the water carries sulfur, iron, calcium, magnesium.
Insider tip — Termas de Chillan sits at 1,800 m on the flanks of the active Nevados de Chillan volcanic complex, where fumaroles and sulfurous springs emerge beside a ski resort that operates in winter. The raw thermal pools upslope from the hotel complex allow direct contact with near-pristine volcanic water. A ski-and-soak combination is possible from July to September. In summer, hikers access the calderas and higher pools through Andean shrub meadows with Patagonian condors overhead.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).