No. 4b
Permet, Gjirokastra County, Albania, Albania
- Location
- Permet, Gjirokastra County, Albania, Albania
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
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Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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The spring known as "No. 4b" is located near Përmet, in Gjirokastër County, Albania. The sulfurous water reaches around 38°C. The site offers an open-air pool suited to wild bathing.
Insider tip — Located near the Permet basin in southern Albania, this sulfurous spring emerges along the Vjosa River valley, one of the last wild rivers in Europe. The thermal zone around Permet is well-known in Albania, with multiple springs and bathhouses concentrated within a few kilometers. Bathers are rewarded with the dramatic backdrop of the Nemercka Mountains and the sound of the rushing Vjosa below.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is neutral here, around 38 °C — a perfect balance, neither too hot nor too cold.
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).