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Termas Romanas de Lugo

Lugo, Galicia, Spain
Termas Romanas de Lugo
Location
Lugo, Galicia, Spain
Water type
sulfurous
Temperature
43 °C
pH
6.5

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
43 °C
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

Termas Romanas de Lugo is a remarkable Roman thermal spa complex at the heart of Lugo, the only city in the world to preserve its complete Roman walls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Galicia, northwestern Spain. The Roman baths, fed by naturally sulphurous hot springs, were among the most important thermal establishments of Roman Hispania, drawing visitors from across the empire to bathe in the mineral-rich waters of the Miño River valley. Today the archaeological and partially reconstructed baths offer a compelling link between modern Galicia and the ancient Roman civilisation that so thoroughly shaped its thermal bathing culture.

Insider tip — The Roman Baths of Lugo lie within the UNESCO-listed old city, where sulfurous thermal waters have been channelled since the 1st century AD. The springs emerge at around 43°C from deep granite fissures beneath the Roman city walls, and modern facilities have been built atop the original Roman infrastructure. A visit here is as much an archaeological experience as a thermal one, with the ancient stonework visible alongside contemporary pools.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 43 °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).