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Terme di Montesano

Montesano sulla Marcellana, Italy
Terme di Montesano
Location
Montesano sulla Marcellana, Italy
Water type
sulfurous, acidic
Temperature
43 °C
pH
2.9

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.

Hydrogène sulfuréBicarbonateSoufreSodium

Terme di Montesano is nestled in the Cilento mountains of Campania at Montesano sulla Marcellana, where sulfurous springs bubble from ancient limestone in the heart of the Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The waters have been used therapeutically for generations, offering treatments for respiratory, musculoskeletal, and dermatological conditions in a serene Apennine setting of chestnut forests and archaeological sites. The park encompasses Magna Graecia ruins at Paestum and Velia, creating a spa destination embedded in one of southern Italy's richest landscapes of nature and classical antiquity.

Insider tip — The sulfurous water of Terme di Montesano is ideal for soothing joint pain and skin conditions.
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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 & acidic water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Avril|Mai|Juin.