Las Caldas de Besaya Spa

Highlights

  • • Seven mineral-medicinal springs at a constant 37°C
  • • The oldest spa in Cantabria, founded in 1826
  • • 15-hectare park of lush vegetation beside the River Besaya
  • • Thermal circuits, therapeutic treatments and wellness programmes
  • • At the gateway to the Saja-Besaya Nature Reserve
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Description

The Las Caldas de Besaya Spa is the oldest spa in Cantabria, founded in 1826 although its thermal waters were already known to the Romans. Located in the municipality of Los Corrales de Buelna, on the banks of the River Besaya, it occupies a 15-hectare park of lush vegetation between two valleys.

Seven mineral-medicinal springs emerge at a constant temperature of 37°C. The chloride-bicarbonate, sodium and nitrogen-rich waters are particularly indicated for circulatory, respiratory, rheumatic, nervous system and dermatological conditions. The spa offers thermal circuits, therapeutic treatments and wellness programmes.

The main building, in 19th-century style, preserves spacious halls and corridors evoking the golden age of Spanish thermalism. The hotel has 70 rooms and a restaurant. The surroundings, beside the River Besaya and at the gateway to the Saja-Besaya Nature Reserve, allow guests to combine thermalism with hiking and nature.

The spa participates in the IMSERSO Thermalism programme and offers multi-day stays with treatment included. It is a benchmark for wellness tourism in northern Spain.

Key Information

Visit Duration

2-4 hours (thermal circuit). 1-3 days (stay)

Recommended Seasons

All year

Accessibility

High

Kid-Friendly Booking Required

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Essential information for visiting Las Caldas de Besaya Spa

Location

How to get there

By carBy public transport

In this area

Los Corrales de BuelnaMunicipio
Practical Information
Visit Duration
2-4 hours (thermal circuit). 1-3 days (stay)
Features & Services
  • Accessibility:High
  • Kid-Friendly:No
  • Booking:Booking Required
Planning Information

Recommended Seasons

Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

Best Time to Visit

Year-round. Autumn and winter for thermalism. Spring to combine with hiking in Saja-Besaya.

Visitor Tips

Book in advance, especially during IMSERSO season (autumn-winter). The spa park is worth a stroll even without treatments. Combine with a visit to the Puente Viesgo caves (7 km).

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Chloride-bicarbonate, sodium and nitrogen-rich waters emerging at 37°C from seven springs. Indicated for circulatory, respiratory, rheumatic and dermatological conditions.
Individual thermal circuits and treatments can be booked separately, but the spa also offers stays at its 70-room hotel.
In Las Caldas de Besaya, municipality of Los Corrales de Buelna (Cantabria). 30 minutes from Santander via the A-67 and 15 minutes from Torrelavega.
Yes. The Saja-Besaya Nature Reserve is right next door for hiking, and the Puente Viesgo caves (El Castillo) are 7 km away. Santander and its beaches are 30 minutes away.