10 Dreamy French Spa Towns You Can Visit

Bagnoles-de-l'Orne

Photo: Romaineolas (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Located in Normandy, Bagnoles-de-l’Orne is a spa town surrounded by the Andaines Forest. Its Belle Époque quarter features charming villas with colorful facades and intricate details. The town is built around a natural thermal spring, famous for its therapeutic properties. Visitors can enjoy the lakeside promenade, wellness treatments, and nearby walking trails.

Key landmarks include the Casino and the Château Hôtel de Ville, a picturesque castle now serving as the town hall.

Thermal baths entrance (photo: Romaineolas - CC BY-SA 3.0)