Between Monts du Cantal and Aubrac, Chaudes-Aigues, the only spa resort in Cantal, has the warmest natural waters of Europe. The most famous being the source of the Par and its 82°C. A curiosity that made the city famous.
Description
The history of the city is intimately linked to its thermal attractions. No less than 32 sources spring up. The geothermal system is ancient. It dates from 1332 and 40 houses are heated as well.
The «Geothermia» museum tells you the history of Chaudes-Aigues, the use of hot water and geothermal energy in Europe.
The Caleden Spa Centre offers thermal treatments, wellness and full-health services.
To do: the tour of Par en Par to discover the city, with its playful version for children. Guided tours organized by the Geothermia Museum are also recommended.
Profile
- Altitude : 750 m
Ranking
- Historic patrimony
- Town / Village
Spoken languages
- English
- Spanish
- French
Visits
Languages of the visit
- English
- French
Information panel languages
- French
Languages documentation
- English
- French
Individual visit
- Duration individual visit: 60 hours (average)
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
- Guided individual tours on request
Group visite
- Duration of visit:60 hours (average)
- Unguided group tours available permanently
- Guided group tours on request
Activities
- Activity
- Concert
- Temporary exhibition
- Shows
- Theatre
Benefits
Equipments
- Play area
- Picnic area
- Bar
- Toilets
- Public WC
- Camper van reception area
- Camper van service area
- Exhibition space
- Car park
- Defibrillator
- Media library
- Restaurant
- Entertainments room
- Meeting room
Services
- Pets welcome
- Educational visits
- Coach access
- Motorhomes allowed
- Themed tour
- Shop
- Set down on-site for groups
- Wi-fi
- Tourist routes
- Tourist brochures
- Tourist information
- Cash point
- Guided tours
- Leisure Center
Opening
All year round, daily.