Discover Aix-Les-Bains

Thermal history and historic buildings

The heritage of Aix-Les-Bains is primarily associated with thermal bathing: it has shaped the city’s historical and architectural development from antiquity to the present day. It provides a guiding thread for exploring the city, linking thermal buildings with older monuments.

The Arc de Campanus has been classified as a historic monument since 7 August 1890. It probably dates from the late 1st century AD and most likely served as a monumental gateway to the thermal baths. The structure thus combines a historical dating with a probable function connected to thermal bathing.

The historic building of the Thermes Pellegrini can be recognized from the street by its three large arched windows. Inside, it preserves details in polychrome marble, ceramic and ornamental woodwork. Its distinctive exterior façade and varied interior furnishings stand side by side.

Green spaces and urban history

The Parc floral des Thermes is located in the centre of Aix-Les-Bains and is considered one of the city’s most beautiful promenades. Centuries-old trees define the park, and its planting changes with the seasons. Its history also spans several phases: the grounds once belonged to the Château des Marquis d’Aix, were first laid out as a park in 1866, and were redesigned in the 1930s in an Art Deco setting shaped by the Thermes de Pétriaux. The original layout of 1866 and the later redesign mark distinct chapters in the park’s history.

Bois Vidal offers another green space in the city centre: this 15-hectare natural area includes quiet areas, a playground and a fitness trail. Its viewpoint offers panoramic views over Aix-Les-Bains and the lake. The viewpoint is also accessible to older people and people with reduced mobility.

Lac du Bourget and activities on the water

Lac du Bourget is considered a well-preserved natural area and also offers opportunities for sports and leisure activities. Aix-Les-Bains has been awarded the France Station Nautique label and offers rowing, water skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, kitesurfing and swimming on the lake. These options include both a range of water sports and the opportunity to swim.

The services offered by individual operators and seasonal conditions may vary. If a particular activity is important to your trip, it is therefore advisable to check the relevant conditions before making plans.

Thermal facilities and other discoveries

The Spa thermal at the Thermes Chevalley includes one warm thermal-water pool indoors and another outdoors, as well as saunas, hammams and hydrotherapy facilities. Check the facilities and access conditions before booking.

The Thermes Chevalley also offer contracted 18-day thermal stays in rheumatology, phlebology or dual-indication treatments, as well as mini-cures lasting from two to six days. If you are weighing up the time commitment, the longer stays are clearly distinct from the shorter mini-cures. You should confirm medical eligibility and availability directly.

Aqualis offers cultural and scientific discovery experiences for all age groups throughout the year. Individual dates may be seasonal or require a reservation. So when planning, the specific date matters as well as the year-round nature of the offer.

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