Caldas da Saude
Santo Tirso, Braga District, Portugal
- Location
- Santo Tirso, Braga District, Portugal
- Water type
- bicarbonate
- Temperature
- 38 °C
- pH
- 8
Water profile
Thermicity
Neutral
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Soothing — neither hot nor cold, perfect balance.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Caldas da Saúde, in Santo Tirso, Braga district, draws alkaline bicarbonate water (pH 8) at 38°C. Indoor pools, massage, and a sauna make up this facility in northern Portugal.
Insider tip — Caldas da Saude is a historic thermal resort in the green Ave River valley of northern Portugal, a region of dense granite villages and medieval monasteries. The sulfurous-bicarbonate waters have been prized since the eighteenth century, and the resort welcomes visitors in a soothing natural setting. The surrounding Minho countryside dotted with vinhos verdes vines rewards leisurely drives between spa sessions.
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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 bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).