Tuscany thermal baths: Montecatini Terme
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This page presents the thermal baths of Montecatini Terme : which spas are open in 2026, which springs exist, and what day visitors can do there. Everything about the town itself – funicular to Montecatini Alto, sights, market, and how to get there – can be found on our Montecatini Terme town page: Funicular, Thermal Baths & Tips.
The Montecatini thermal baths at a glance
- Location: Montecatini Terme, Valdinievole, province of Pistoia
- Water: Salt-sulfate-alkali water from four springs (Leopoldina, Regina, Tettuccio, Rinfresco) – especially for drinking cures
- Open (as of 2026): Terme Tettuccio (drinking cure daily 8–12 and 16–19, tours daily 11–19) and Terme Redi (baths, mud baths, inhalations, physiotherapy)
- Closed: Terme Excelsior (drinking cure and wellness center relocated), Tamerici serves as exhibition venue
- Free: No free thermal pools
- Website: termemontecatini.it, phone +39 0572 7781
The spa resorts of Montecatini
Montecatini gehört seit 2021 zum UNESCO-Welterbe „Great Spa Towns of Europe“. Prägend sind die prachtvollen Thermalgebäude im Thermalpark, die im 18. Jahrhundert unter den Großherzögen der Toskana entstanden und im frühen 20. Jahrhundert im Jugendstil erweitert wurden. 2022 hat die Region Toskana die Gebäude Tettuccio, Regina und Excelsior für 16,4 Millionen Euro übernommen, um sie zu erhalten und neu zu beleben.
Tettuccio Spa
The oldest and most famous spa building is the symbol of the city: colonnades, frescoes, and fountains where thermal water is dispensed for drinking cures. You can also visit Terme Tettuccio even without taking a cure. Guided tours and tickets are available from GetYourGuide (Terme Tettuccio) , among other sources.
Redi Spa
The modern treatment center is now the heart of the spa operations: thermal baths, mud packs, massages, inhalations and physiotherapy, plus a thermal pool. Treatments are booked in advance.
Other thermal buildings
- Terme Regina: Travertine building with the Regina spring, now used for concerts, galas and exhibitions
- Terme Leopoldine: im 18. Jahrhundert errichtet; hier entstehen laut Betreiber ein neues Thermalbecken und ein Wellnesszentrum
- Terme Leopoldine: Built in the 18th century; according to the operator, a new thermal pool and a wellness center are being built here.
- Terme Tamerici: Gallery for art exhibitions and events
Water and applications
The four springs rise from a depth of 60 to 80 meters and differ in strength: Leopoldina is the strongest, Regina is medium, and Tettuccio and Rinfresco are weakly mineralized. They are traditionally used for drinking cures to treat digestive, liver, and gallbladder problems. Baths, mud treatments, and inhalations are also available at the Terme Redi spa.
Tips for your visit
- Book in advance for treatments and spa stays; the nearby [location name] offers a large thermal bath with a grotto. Giusti cave in Monsummano Terme.
- A walk through the thermal park and along Viale Verdi can easily be combined with a ride on the funicular railway to Montecatini Alto .
- You can find more thermal baths, including free springs, in our Overview of thermal baths in TuscanyInformation about the region: Pistoia Province.
Find accommodation
Montecatini has a wide selection of hotels within walking distance of the thermal baths – for example on Booking.com (Montecatini Terme).
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Frequently asked questions about the Montecatini thermal baths
Which thermal baths in Montecatini are open in 2026?
The Terme Tettuccio are open for drinking cures and sightseeing, and the Terme Redi are open for baths, mud treatments, inhalations, and physiotherapy. The Terme Excelsior are closed.
Is it possible to visit the Tettuccio?
Yes, according to the operator, tours are available daily from 11 am to 19 pm (as of 2026).
Is there a thermal bath for swimming in Montecatini?
Montecatini is primarily a spa town for drinking cures and other treatments. The Terme Redi spa has a thermal pool; a large thermal bath with a grotto can be found at the nearby Grotta Giusti in Monsummano Terme.
What springs are there in Montecatini?
There are four springs: Leopoldina, Regina, Tettuccio, and Rinfresco. Their saline-sulfate-alkali water is primarily used for drinking cures.
Is Montecatini Terme a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Yes, since 2021 as part of the Great Spa Towns of Europe.
