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In the Terre di Siena, not far from Monticiano, there is a wellness oasis where you can find peace and tranquillity. The Petriolo hot springs are immersed in a beautiful wood where can you relax and swim in the wonderful hot baths of this natural sulphuric water basin. In addition to the thermal wellness centre that you need to pay to use, there are also the outdoor baths that are part of the Farma river and that can be used at no charge!
This is a bone fide wellness paradise, where it's possible to enjoy these waters' therapeutic effects all year long, especially because the water temperature stays relatively constant (at approx. 42 degrees). These springs are an important natural resource, which thanks to its sulphuric properties, make them rich in mineral salts, and the high temperature makes them a perfect treatment for respiratory problems, motor ability troubles and an excellent treatment for the skin and various skin conditions.
Already known around 1200 for their therapeutic effects, the springs were used by many illustrious figures, among them the Medici, popes and cardinals and nobles from the Siena. Because the area is not very well known today, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in these thermal baths without the crowds that characterize other thermal springs in Tuscany. Spend a day under the warm sun in the hot baths or combine them with a mountain bike ride or trekking itinerary!
Just a stone'e throw away are an array of natural and artistic treasures of the Val di Merse. The legendary San Galgano Abbey, the city centre of Monticiano, Murlo and Civitella Paganico are also worth a trip.
This is a bone fide wellness paradise, where it's possible to enjoy these waters' therapeutic effects all year long, especially because the water temperature stays relatively constant (at approx. 42 degrees). These springs are an important natural resource, which thanks to its sulphuric properties, make them rich in mineral salts, and the high temperature makes them a perfect treatment for respiratory problems, motor ability troubles and an excellent treatment for the skin and various skin conditions.
Already known around 1200 for their therapeutic effects, the springs were used by many illustrious figures, among them the Medici, popes and cardinals and nobles from the Siena. Because the area is not very well known today, you can enjoy a relaxing dip in these thermal baths without the crowds that characterize other thermal springs in Tuscany. Spend a day under the warm sun in the hot baths or combine them with a mountain bike ride or trekking itinerary!
Just a stone'e throw away are an array of natural and artistic treasures of the Val di Merse. The legendary San Galgano Abbey, the city centre of Monticiano, Murlo and Civitella Paganico are also worth a trip.
