Tuscany thermal baths: Terme di Bagno Vignoni
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Bagno Vignoni in the Val d'Orcia is the village where, instead of a market square, there's a large thermal pool. Important note: Bathing is not permitted in the historic pool on the Piazza delle Sorgenti. Thermal bathing is only possible in the hotels' paid pools – or free of charge at the nearby Bagni San Filippo.
Bagno Vignoni at a glance
- Location: District of San Quirico d'Orcia, province of Siena, in the Val d'Orcia
- Water: It emerges at around 49–52 °C; in hotel pools usually between 28 and 38 °C.
- Free: Visit the village basin and the Parco dei Mulini – swimming is not allowed there
- Chargeable: e.g. Day Spa at Hotel La Posta (Posta Marcucci): full day €55, half day €40, from 14 years, reservation required (as of 2026)
- Website: Day Spa La Posta
The village and its springs
Das rechteckige Becken der Piazza delle Sorgenti stammt in seiner heutigen Form aus dem 16. Jahrhundert. Schon im Mittelalter machten Pilger auf der Via Francigena hier Station, später kamen Gäste wie Papst Pius II., die heilige Katharina von Siena und Lorenzo de’ Medici. Bekannt wurde der Ort zuletzt als Drehort von Andrei Tarkowskis Film „Nostalghia“ (1983).
Park dei Mulini
Below the village, the water flows over travertine terraces through the Parco dei Mulini (Park of Mills), which contains the remains of medieval mills. The park is freely accessible and a beautiful spot for photos. Swimming is not permitted here according to local regulations; many visitors simply cool or warm their feet in the shallow channels.
Where can you swim in Bagno Vignoni?
Several hotels operate thermal pools using water from the spring and sell day passes to external guests. The most famous is the thermal bath at the Hotel La Posta (Posta Marcucci), with pools heated to 28°C and 38°C and views of the Val d'Orcia. Other hotels, such as the Albergo Le Terme and the Adler Thermae, also offer spa packages – for prices and availability, please contact the hotels directly. Day passes generally require advance reservation.
Free swimming nearby
Those who want to relax in warm water for free can drive about 20 minutes further to Bagni San Filippo with its freely accessible travertine pools. You can find more free springs and thermal baths in our overview of thermal baths in Tuscany.
Visiting tips and surroundings
- The town center is car-free; parking is available in the parking lots at the town entrance. During peak season, arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
- About an hour is enough for the tour through the village and the Parco dei Mulini.
- Ideally combined with Pienza, Montepulciano and Montalcino; in the south, the Mount Amiata for hiking.
Tours & Accommodation
Guided tours through the Val d'Orcia with wine tasting can be found at GetYourGuide (Val d'Orcia) . Accommodation directly in the thermal village is available at Booking.com (Bagno Vignoni) . More about the region: Province of Siena and Siena city tour.
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Frequently asked questions about Bagno Vignoni
Is it possible to swim for free in Bagno Vignoni?
No. Swimming is prohibited in the historic pool on Piazza delle Sorgenti, and full bathing is also not permitted in Parco dei Mulini. You can swim for free at Bagni San Filippo, about a 20-minute drive away.
How warm is the thermal water in Bagno Vignoni?
The water emerges from the ground at approximately 49 to 52 °C. It has cooled down in the hotel pools, reaching temperatures of around 28 to 38 °C in the Hotel La Posta.
How much does a day at the Bagno Vignoni thermal baths cost?
Im Hotel La Posta kostet die Day Spa 2026 für den ganzen Tag 55 € und für einen halben Tag 40 €. Zutritt ab 14 Jahren, Reservierung erforderlich.
Where to park in Bagno Vignoni?
The small village center is closed to cars. Parking spaces are located at the entrance to the village and fill up quickly during the season.
Where is Bagno Vignoni?
Bagno Vignoni is a district of San Quirico d'Orcia in the province of Siena, in the middle of the Val d'Orcia between Pienza and Montalcino.
