20Nov 0 Bagni di San Filippo Posted By: Anna Maria Baldini Activities for visitors to Tuscany, Interesting areas of Tuscany, Thermal pools, baths, springs and spas in Tuscany, Tuscany travel guide Bagni di San FilippoThe Bagni di San Filippo hot springs and thermal water terraces Bagni di San Filippo calcium terraces Bagni di San Filippo, in the province of Sienna, is situated among the fascinating “crete” of the Val d’Orcia and the woods of Monte Amiata. This is one of Tuscany’s most spectacular spa resorts thanks to the presence of white limestone deposits which wind magically through the surrounding greenery. Nature lovers can step into the woods and swim in the open-air pools where they can enjoy these natural resources. The thermal springs, rich in calcium, sulphur and magnesium, were known to the Romans and later were visited by Lorenzo the Magnificent. Cosimo I of the Medici rebuilt the baths in 1566 and it is said that the Grand-duke Ferdinand II tried to find a cure for his severe headaches with these waters. From Greve in Chianti 147 km – about 1 hour and 50 minutes From Florence 150 Km – about 1 hour and 45 minutes More about the thermal springs of Tuscany. Bagni di San Filippo calcite formations Here are some similar topics: Bagni di Lucca Bagni di Lucca has been famous for its thermal springs since the days of the Etruscans and the Romans. The place was noted for the first time in an official document of 983 AD as "Corsena", with reference to a… Read More » Thermal springs in Tuscany Tuscany, world famous for its landscapes, its climate, its agricultural produce and its life-style is also a land rich in thermal pools, hot springs and wellness spas.… Read More » Terme di Petriolo The Terme di Petriolo (or Bagni di Petriolo) are a Tuscan thermal spring. The location is in the Ombrone Valley, along the Farma river, on the border between the municipalities of Monticiano and Civitella Paganico, in the province of Siena… Read More » Terme di Saturnia The Terme di Saturnia (Saturnia hot springs), in the province of Grosseto, date from Roman times. They were still so famous in the Middle Ages that the Pope, Clement III spoke of them.… Read More » Rapolano Terme Rapolano Terme is situated in one of the most fascinating parts of the Siennese countryside – the Crete Senesi. This spa was known to the Romans, as can be seen at the archaeological site of Campo Muri, and was still… Read More »
