In Vals-les-Bains in Ardèche, the Spa Séquoia Redwood at Thermes de Vals offers a sensory route of 14 stages across 1,500 m², centred on thermal water. The route evokes this water's journey through the depths of the earth.
Which route should you choose for a first visit?
Access includes an indoor pool at 32°C, an outdoor pool at 35°C, a hot bath at 38°C, a cold bath, a sauna and a hammam. Jets, geysers and counter-current swimming vary the sensations throughout the session.
How much does the Vals-les-Bains spa cost in 2026?
2-hour access is advertised at €27 on weekdays outside holidays and public holidays, compared with €31 at weekends, during holidays and on public holidays. For 3 hours, the corresponding prices are €33 and €39. Pricing conditions may change.
Can children visit?
Standard access is available from age 14, with an adult for minors. A 2-hour junior session on Wednesday mornings, from 09:00 to 13:00, welcomes children aged 6–13 who can swim, at an advertised price of €20.
What to bring
Standard entry is available without booking, but crowds may delay access. Bring swimwear, a towel or bathrobe, and clean pool shoes: linen is not included. The advertised season runs from 14 February 2026 to 3 January 2027.