Tuscany thermal baths: Terme di Venturina
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Venturina Terme lies in the hinterland of the Etruscan Coast, just a few kilometers from the sea, and belongs to the municipality of Campiglia Marittima ( province of Livorno ). Its hot springs were already known to the Etruscans and Romans – the Romans called the place Aquae Populoniae . Since 2014, the town has officially included the suffix "Terme" in its name.
Is the thermal bath in Venturina free?
No. The thermal baths in Venturina are not free; we are not aware of any freely accessible thermal springs there. Those wishing to bathe in thermal water for free should visit the free springs in Petriolo, Bagni San Filippo, or the Cascate del Mulino near Saturnia – more information can be found in our overview of thermal baths in Tuscany.
The thermal baths in Venturina
In Venturina, two springs bubble forth: one at around 34°C and another at around 45°C, emerging from a natural crater. The water is rich in sulfur, calcium, and magnesium compounds.
- Terme di Venturina (Via delle Terme): Thermal baths with thermal pools, as well as spa and wellness treatments. Website: termediventurina.it.
- Calidario Terme Etruscan: Hotel and thermal spa complex surrounding the small, spring-fed thermal lake Bottaccio, where bathing took place as far back as Etruscan times. The lake is also open to day visitors.
Opening hours and prices vary depending on the season and day of the week – check them on the providers' websites before visiting. Reservations are recommended on weekends and public holidays.
Venturina Terme: Tips for the day
- Market: Friday morning is Market in Via della Fiera.
- Campiglia Marittima: The medieval mountain village sits directly above Venturina – beautiful streets and views all the way to the sea.
- San Silvestro Archeominerary Park: Mining park with a tunnel tour and the ruins of Rocca San Silvestro, ideal for families with children.
- Lake: The beaches of San Vincenzo and the Gulf of Baratti are just around the corner.
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Frequently asked questions about Venturina Terme
Is the thermal bath in Venturina free?
No. The thermal baths in Venturina Terme charge admission. Freely accessible hot springs can be found, for example, in Petriolo, Bagni San Filippo, and at the Cascate del Mulino near Saturnia.
How warm is the thermal water in Venturina?
Venturina has two springs: one with a temperature of around 34°C and one with around 45°C. The water in the pools is heated to a comfortable bathing temperature.
When is the market in Venturina Terme?
Friday morning, from about 8 am to 13 pm, in Via della Fiera.
What can you combine with a visit to the thermal baths in Venturina?
The medieval mountain village of Campiglia Marittima, the San Silvestro mining park, the Gulf of Baratti with Populonia and the beaches of San Vincenzo – all reachable in less than half an hour by car.
