Caldas de Outariz (Hot Springs)

Caldas de Outariz sits across the Miño river from central Ourense, part of the city's string of riverside thermal pools fed by natural hot springs. The site describes itself as a "thermo-ludic" station with a Japanese-inspired design, built for relaxation rather than medical treatment — there are no therapeutic services here, just a thermal pool and a relaxation lounge to unwind in after a soak.

A day pass costs 6.95 EUR, making it one of the more affordable thermal stops in the area. Hours shift through the week: the spot is closed on Tuesdays, runs roughly 10:00 to 23:00 on most weekdays, and stays open later into the night on Fridays and Saturdays, until 01:00. Sunday hours run from 09:00 to 23:00.

Families are welcome, with a minimum age of five for entry. It's worth confirming entry requirements directly with the venue, since published details on whether walk-ins are accepted without a reservation aren't fully consistent — a quick call to 988 36 46 50 or a check of the website before heading over should clear that up.

Parking is a practical thing to plan for. The Muiño Da Veiga lot is currently closed for construction work, so the main option is the Reza parking area on the opposite bank of the river, a short walk from the springs themselves.