Health in Every Drop

According to legend, the hot springs of Terme di Saturnia were created as a result of a quarrel between two powerful gods. In the Etruscan and Roman version, during a furious dispute, Jupiter hurled lightning bolts at Saturn, but missed, and the fiery strikes hit the earth, forming the thermal springs. Since ancient times, people have been aware of the healing properties of the water and have used it to treat a wide range of ailments.

The mineral waters here are rich in hydrogen sulfide, and the springs maintain a stable temperature of 37.5°C. This makes the thermal baths ideal for spa treatments year-round. With a water flow of around 500 liters per second, the thermal pools are constantly renewed, ensuring their cleanliness, with the water fully refreshed every four hours!

The key elements of the healing spring water — sulfur, carbon, sulfates, bicarbonates, and hydrogen sulfide gas — promote improved blood circulation, tissue regeneration, reduce inflammation, and have a rejuvenating effect. This means that joint conditions can be treated, blood pressure is normalized, and collagen production, which is responsible for skin firmness and youthfulness, is stimulated.

Baths, Waterfalls, Natural Pools, Spa

One of the key health features of Terme di Saturnia is the hydrogen sulfide baths within the crater of an extinct volcano. The baths have a distinctive smell, but it is this very component that gives the water its remarkable healing properties.

It’s worth mentioning that Terme di Saturnia offers a wide range of wellness treatments and diagnostic methods, combining ancient traditions with modern technologies. For example, mud therapy helps alleviate inflammation and joint pain. For those seeking more extreme approaches, cryotherapy is available — cold therapy that rapidly lowers body temperature, stimulating the immune system and boosting metabolism. Another option is radiodiagnosis, a modern technique that identifies illnesses by analyzing the condition of the pupil.

Wellness Programs

To make it easier for guests to navigate the wide range of services at Terme di Saturnia, the resort offers various programs for health improvement and fitness maintenance. Guests can choose from general packages like detox, weight loss (slim), anti-aging, or the classic wellness course. There are also personalized programs designed based on an individual’s specific medical history.

The effective therapeutic results are ensured by a professional team of doctors and specialists. The selection of personalized programs are created under the supervision of medical director Manuela Scaramuzzino, an experienced surgeon and otolaryngologist, along with Dr. Domenico Mazzone, an expert in medical hydrology, dermatology, and venereology, and Simone Gervasoni, a nutrition and diet therapy expert. These specialists, along with the resort’s physiotherapists and cosmetologists, work together to achieve optimal wellness results.

Terme di Saturnia also offers rehabilitation after surgeries such as hip and knee replacements. Special baths and methods have been developed here to help patients return to an active lifestyle more quickly.

Among the various spa programs, there are treatments aimed at restoring skin elasticity and maintaining women’s health. This is a delicate yet extremely important aspect of wellness, which includes the use of the most advanced methods.

Here are the main conditions that the specialists at Terme di Saturnia work with:

• Dermatology: acne, eczema, psoriasis, allergic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatosis (dandruff, acne, etc.), mycosis;
• Otolaryngology: chronic pharyngitis, chronic tonsillitis, chronic rhinitis, allergic rhinitis, chronic sinusitis, rhino-genic deafness;
• Respiratory system diseases: chronic bronchitis, asthmatic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, emphysema;
• Musculoskeletal system: osteoarthritis of various locations (lumbar, cervical, hip, etc.), chronic rheumatism (mono- and polyarticular), consequences of musculoskeletal injuries (joint immobility, post-traumatic arthritis, myalgia, neuritis);
• Gastrointestinal tract**: chronic gastritis, constipation, mild liver insufficiency;
• Vascular-venous system: lymphovenous insufficiency of the lower limbs, peripheral vascular diseases;
• Overweight and metabolic disorders: dyslipidemia, diabetes, colitis, dyspepsia.

Hiking, Golf, Culinary Journey

But treatments and technologies are not the only elements of a perfect getaway. Terme di Saturnia offers breathtaking nature and scenic views! The surrounding hills are ideal for hiking and outdoor strolls: Italian valley trails, small waterfalls, and secluded thermal pools for bathing — this is where you can fully immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Tuscany.

Additionally, Terme di Saturnia features a golf course — the only one in Italy designed by the renowned Californian architect Ronald Fream from the Golf Plan Team studio. This professional-level facility covers over 70 hectares and spans 6,316 meters. The hilly terrain of Maremma provides unique playing conditions, making each hole special, and offers an exciting challenge for both beginners and seasoned golfers.

It’s worth mentioning another journey at Terme di Saturnia — a culinary one! Every morning at the hotel begins with a magnificent buffet breakfast featuring only the finest local products. Traditional Italian cheeses, fresh vegetables, fruits, and homemade pastries all offer a chance to experience and appreciate authentic Tuscan cuisine. The products used at the hotel are sourced from local farms, ensuring their freshness and variety.

During the day, guests are offered a light lunch featuring soups, fresh salads, and the dish of the day — usually fish, prepared by the finest chefs of the region. Dinners become a true culinary celebration. The hotel houses a restaurant with an exquisite menu, including local delicacies and gourmet dishes. For those looking for something truly special, there is another restaurant located on the golf course, away from the hotel — a steakhouse offering a wide variety of steaks and other dishes cooked according to traditional recipes.

A rich wine list complements the dinner experience. The area where the thermal springs are located is famous for its wineries. Here, guests can sample rare and valuable varieties, such as Morellino di Scansano — a dry red wine produced in the historic Maremma region of the Grosseto province in Tuscany. Made from at least 85% Sangiovese grapes, it offers a rich flavor with subtle fruity notes. In 2007, Morellino di Scansano received the highest Italian quality classification — DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita). By the way, the hotel also has its own wine shop.

How can we sum up our journey to the Terme di Saturnia? Perhaps like this: the Terme di Saturnia spa resort is a place for holistic healing, active recreation, exquisite gastronomy — a whole universe for restoring both body and soul!