Source thermale du lac de Naoué
Grand Terre, New Caledonia, New Caledonia
- Location
- Grand Terre, New Caledonia, New Caledonia
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 32 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Invigorating
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Stimulating — wakes the body and boosts circulation.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
The Naoué Lake thermal spring is located on Grande Terre, New Caledonia. Its water, at 32°C, is enjoyed in an open-air pool or through wild bathing, near the lake's shore.
Insider tip — Source thermale du lac de Naoué — natural hydrothermal spring near Naoué Lake in Grand Terre, New Caledonia. Part of the extensive Prony Bay low-temperature hyperalkaline hydrothermal system. Waters are unusually high-pH (alkaline), fed by the serpentinization of New Caledonia's peridotite ultramafic rock — a rare geological process. Scientifically important site supporting unique microorganisms.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water is on the cooler side here, around 32 °C — an invigorating water that boosts circulation.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.