The Outariz hot springs will conquer you
Do you feel like going on a hot springs road trip? Prepare the backpack and say hello to Ourense . In addition to the charm of old town , any town you visit in its surroundings keeps small thermal secrets. lush hot springs, hidden , and even, (with a bit of luck) deserted . An almost hidden paradise where you can go whenever you want walk away from the city.
There are various types and for every taste. Paid, free, urban or far from all kinds of civilization. what better way to live the fall that diving into these magical waters what, they say, everything they cure him !
The pleasure of a hot bath in the middle of the city
THERMAL ROAD TRIP: FIVE KILOMETERS OF HOT SPOTS
As we said, you don't have to leave until budapest to enjoy the thermal wonders of the world; Ourense offers you countless places from where the water manna from the earth at exorbitant temperatures, so just relax and let yourself go.
you can do it in a thermal train that offers the complete tour, touring the river walk of the Minho River , but if you prefer to enjoy without moving from one place to another, we highlight the two best: one for its installations and the other for the tranquility that breathes there
We speak, on the one hand, of those of Outariz , paid and with two different circuits, one Japanese , which will relax you to the last muscle, and another Celtic , in the form of castros, and with some jets that will disarm you those contractures that do not leave you sleep . The best thing is that it is open until one in the morning weekends.
Now, if you prefer to spend €5.50 What does it cost to enter the hot springs? Outariz in a couple of good wines, the best alternative is, without a doubt, the five pools of Muíño da Veiga , a natural thermal balcony with unique views to the Miño river.
The Outariz public hot springs have unique views
A “ROMANTIC” PIZZA
If you don't fall asleep and your body asks for more, get one wine route , because Ourense is not only famous for its hot springs, but for its good tapas . Dare with the city of As Burgas and, how not!, with his coffee liqueur.
Let's say that between wine and wine, you fancy a new bathroom in hot springs. So go to the As Burgas pool, outdoors and in full historical Center from the city, very close to the bar area. You can immerse yourself in these alkaline waters, surrounded by history and monuments.
Now, if you are just looking for relaxation, the best option is one of hot springs and then an escape to The romantic , where you will try the best pizza from Galicia. An example of this are the endless queues that form on the sidewalk of the place, especially at noon during the weekends.
Between wine and wine, a swim in As Burgas
PERFECT MOMENTS WITH TRADITIONAL FLAVORS
The best combination of hot springs, hiking and traditional gastronomy It's in Ribadavia . start with one path through the forest which is right under the car park Prexigueiro Hot Springs . As a gift to your curiosity, and if the river its flow has not increased much, you will be able to get into two of the pools that are on the way. A) Yes, in the middle of the mountain and free.
Rest and drink a glass of wine Or Ribeiro at any of your locations old town , or a tapa of sausages in one of the most xebres of the place. Is about Or Papuxa , which keeps all the charm of the taverns of 100 years ago . For dessert it is mandatory to stop at House Hermione and try their famous gingerbreads and hebrew sweets.
Do not leave Ribadavia without also doing the paid thermal tour of the Villa of Prexigueiro , because those 5.50 euros they are worth it and a lot. The views offered by these eight pools are incredible. Just before sunset it is the right moment. You will leave refreshed and eager to return to your zen thermal tour Kumano Road.
Immerse yourself in nature at the Prexigueiro hot springs
ROMAN HOT SPRINGS
Make the hot springs a way of life and travel to Band , about 50 kilometers from the thermal capital. you'll have to drive by back roads and, between forests and vineyards, you will arrive at this roman sanctuary on the banks of the reservoir Ace Shells.
For the adventurous and curious it will not be a problem to find the remains of a roman camp called Aqvis Qverqvennis , through a dirt road through which the car can pass perfectly. A little further on are these public baths, that hide in the rainy season and to which the local residents attribute beneficial properties for skin and rheumatism.
At Aqvis Qverqvennis, hot springs and history
Free and far from any iota of civilization, they combine the thermal session with a walk in the mountains that surrounds this wild place and, if you like mycology , take the opportunity to pick some mushrooms. Although the best thing is to be able to feel like a real roman in these natural pools. You only have to believe in its healing power as in the witches, because “speak, hainas”.
You still have many hot springs to discover, such as Chavasqueira