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Hot springs · Ourense, Galicia
Termas de Outariz
Outdoor thermal pools on the bank of the river Miño, about 4 km from the center, at the end of the riverside thermal walk.
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About Termas de Outariz
The Termas de Outariz are on the right bank of the river Miño, about 4 km from the center of Ourense. They are outdoor thermal pools connected by wooden walkways, set among the riverside vegetation. It is the most popular place in the city to bathe in the hot waters that made Ourense famous.
The baths are at the end of the riverside thermal walk, a path along the river that passes other springs and thermal wells. The walk can be done on foot or by bicycle, and there is a city bus and a tourist train that links the center to the baths.
Access is usually subject to limits on the number of people and time of stay, and rules require showering before entering and wearing swimwear. When the Miño rises a lot, the pools on the bank may close for a few days.
Bathing is usually more pleasant in the late afternoon, at night or on cold days, when the contrast between air and water is greater.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
1 to 2 hours, including time for bathing and resting.
Best time
In the late afternoon, at night, and on cold days. On summer weekends there is often a queue. Check opening times, rules and whether there is a closure due to the river rising.
How to get there
They are about 4 km from the center, on the bank of the Miño. You can walk or bike along the thermal promenade, take the city bus or the tourist train that departs from the center. By car there is parking nearby.
Tip
Bring swimwear, sandals and a towel, and drink water between baths. Take short baths with breaks: hot water tires you more than it seems.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Termas de Outariz
Do you need to reserve for the Outariz baths?
The outdoor pools usually operate on a first‑come, first‑served basis, with limits on capacity and time. Check rules and opening hours before going.
How to get to the baths from the center?
On foot or by bike along the thermal promenade on the Miño bank, by city bus, or on the tourist train.
Do the baths close when it rains?
When the Miño rises significantly, the riverside pools may close for a few days. Check in advance.