THE BATHS
Aquatic areas,
aerobaths, hydroesthetics, and underwater music during the music shows
and the water and light shows (at night). Maximum water depth: 1.30 m.
1. Indoor
lagoon: Thermal baths at 32/34º C Highly pressurised water, swan neck
(caution must be observed in case of cervical problems, arthritis, recently
knitted fractures, etc.), jacuzzi (+/- 10 min.), vaporised water masks
for facial hydration (1/2 min.), four successive pools (+/- 5 min. each)
for a hydromassage from ankles to neck.
2. Outside
lagoon: tonifying and fun. Thermal baths at 32-34ºC. Access from the
inside lagoon with the river’s current. Standing jacuzzi and bubble beds
(+/- 10 min.). Sun and scenery.
3. Outside
jacuzzi: Thermal water at 36º C -toning fun and spectacular atmosphere.
4. Indo-Roman
baths: peace and quiet. Alternate a thermal bath at 36º C (+/- 10
min.) with a cold bath at 14º C (+/-1 min.). Repeat once. Combined
with the jacuzzi, it favours joint and muscular relaxation.
FITNESS AREA
Getting in
shape, losing weight, relaxing. Stimulation and regeneration: reactivating
the blood circulation.
5. Foot
baths: Alternating hot water and cold water treatments for 5 min.
6. Showers
at different pressures.
7. The
Fire Patio: common meeting, waiting and relaxation area.
8. Saunas
with relaxing light.
9. the
Ice Pool: dry heat at approximately 80º C. A shower and a thorough
drying are compulsory before entering the sauna. A towel to sit on the
bench is also advised. Two sessions (between 5 and 15 min.) followed by
a cold bath in the ice pool (14º) or by a stimulating cold shower.
Drinking water often to hydrate one's system is advised. Rest 10 min. after
each session in the relaxation areas, in order to keep your skin flexible
and oxygenated. Adequate especially in case of painful joints and rheumatism,
as it favours relief from muscular stress and eases the nerves. It
also helps to eliminate toxins and to purify the system.
10.
Hammam (Turkish bath).
11.
Vaporisation: Humid heat at approximately 55º C. A previous warm water
shower is compulsory. Purifying steam bath in two sessions (5 to 10 min.)
followed by a cooling hydration of the body by means of vaporisation. Drinking
often is advised. Especially recommended for colds, contracted muscles,
nervousness and stress. It also favours general relaxation and facilitates
breathing.
12.
Wood's light: Relaxation by means of negatives ions.
RELAXATION
The three main
aspects of relaxation are: baths and hydromassages (see ”baths”), the contrast
between heat and cold (see ”Indo-Roman baths” and ”fitness”) and sweating.
Rest is necessary
to benefit from the installations at Caldea. Always relax after the baths
or the fitness sessions. There are many deck chairs at your disposal.
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13.
Relaxation under non tanning infrared lamps.
Helps to keep the body warm and has a relaxing effect after a fitness session. 14. 20 min. UV sessions to stay tanned all year round Tokens are sold at the Oasis bar restaurant. 15: The Oasis is the only restaurant reserved for bathers. Healthy and balanced meals. |
Relaxation and sun on the outside terraces.
All the relaxation areas are suitable for reading.
NEW ACTIVITIES (only on days of low occupancy), free.
Guided visit: discover the benefits of the recreational spa with a guide. Relaxation activity: 20/25 min. sessions with specialised Caldea staff.
Supplementary services:
Massages and shiatsu: Caldea offers a wide range of massages. If you would like to add a treatment, we strongly recommend doing so when reserving your entrances. It is virtually impossible to reserve a treatment once at Caldea.
What is the difference
between the Main Spa and the Club?
The following table should
help to understand:
| The Main Spa:
This area is meant for those that want to benefit from the thermal water without following a programme... to relax a few hours in warm water in order to forget tiredness, stress and muscular pains, and perhaps to have a massage. |
The Club:
For those that want to take advantage of all of Caldea's installations, that want to relax and receive treatments. You may choose a pre established programme for 1 to 15 days or make up your own. |
Installations
found in the the main spa
|
The installations
at the Club
Important: You cannot go to the Club without having treatments. Either choose a pre established one or make up your own, with at least one treatment per day. |
| Access to the Club area: no | Access to the Main Spa: yes |
| Duration: 3 consecutive hours + 1 hour with each treatment or with a 10,00 E meal | Duration: 5 consecutive hours, treatments included. |
| Max. amount of persons admitted at any one time: 500 | Max. amount of persons admitted at any one time: 500 |
| Best time to go: avoid bank holidays, week-ends, school holidays and in winter after 15:00 | Best time to go: any time of the year |
| Treatments: yes if reserved in advance | Treatments: yes if reserved in advance |
| Reservations: strongly recommended during bank holidays, week-ends, school holidays and in winter after 15:00 | Reservations: obligatory |
| Rentals (non obligatory): Bathrobe (4,20 E), towel (2,40 E), latex socks (2,10 E) | Rentals: Bathrobe: included, towel: included, latex socks: included. |
| Drinks: not included | Drinks: one free non alcoholic drink included per day at the Club bar |
| Medical visit: no | Medical visit: no |
