The Thermal Spa at Vidago Palace is a modern facility designed by architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, centered on natural mineral water sourced from deep wells in the granite bedrock. The hotel offers comprehensive wellness programs utilizing the therapeutic properties of three distinct mineral springs.
Check availability Official websiteThe property features three natural mineral springs—Vidago, Vidago II, and Fonte Salus—each with distinct mineral compositions of bicarbonates, sodium, and carbon elements. The water is collected directly from deep wells in the granite rock beneath the property.
The thermal waters are recognized for digestive, musculoskeletal, and sedative therapeutic properties, with documented effects on metabolism, the cardiovascular system, and skin health. These mineral waters have been studied since the 19th century for their curative potential.
The spa provides multiple thermal water treatments. Immersion baths use natural mineral water at temperatures between 36°C and 42°C for 10 to 20 minutes. Hydromassage baths employ jets with alternate circuits to relax muscles and address rheumatic issues. Vichy showers combine massage techniques with pressure from multiple water jets, releasing tension and improving skin elasticity.
Jet showers direct water at specific body points for muscle toning and stimulation. Ingestion programs involve taking the mineral water as a therapeutic treatment, typically lasting a minimum of 7 days, with effects including diuretic and alkalizing actions on the digestive system.
Medical and wellness programs are tailored to individual needs. The spa also offers aesthetic medicine and anti-aging treatments administered by specialized medical professionals, in partnership with Clarins, the European leader in face and body care.
Beyond thermal treatments, the spa complex includes an outdoor vitality pool set within the park grounds. The hotel provides yoga and wellness workshops, a gym, tennis and padel courts, and organized hikes and cycling excursions through the surrounding landscape.
The Kids Club Jerónimo serves children ages 3 to 16 with recreational and educational activities in dedicated spaces, including a swimming pool and playground. A concierge team coordinates personal wellness experiences and regional activities such as Douro Valley tours, historical visits, and nature observation.
The mineral water has recognized digestive, musculoskeletal, and sedative therapeutic properties, with documented effects on metabolism, the cardiovascular system, and skin through its bicarbonate and sodium composition.
Ingestion programs—the therapeutic drinking of mineral water—typically last a minimum of 7 days, though duration may vary according to medical prescription. Individual treatments vary in duration.
The Thermal Spa was designed by Portuguese architect Álvaro Siza Vieira. The minimalist space features white marble and straight lines to convey tranquility and well-being.
Yes. The Kids Club Jerónimo welcomes children ages 3 to 16 with recreational, educational, and wellness activities in dedicated spaces, including a swimming pool and playground.
The hotel offers yoga and wellness workshops, a gym, tennis and padel courts, an outdoor vitality pool, and organized hiking, cycling, and regional cultural activities through the concierge.
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