Les Bains de Lavey

Les Bains de Lavey are situated in the Chablais region on the border between Vaud and Valais, not far from St-Maurice on the banks of the Rhône. In 1831, a fisherman noticed a warm current in the river here — the discovery of the thermal spring. Today, the water is drawn from a depth of up to 600 metres; according to the operator, at around 65 °C at the source, it is the warmest thermal water in Switzerland. The complex also includes the Grand Hôtel des Bains, a wellness area offering treatments and two restaurants.

Sauna-goers will find the combination particularly appealing: a single admission ticket covers the thermal pools, the sauna area (which will be redesigned in 2025) and the hammam quarter. In the Nordic Pavilion by the large outdoor pool, there are saunas where swimwear is permitted and a separate nude area with a small courtyard. You can cool off in the polar area — with cold-water pools and a snow rock.

At weekends, on public holidays and during school holidays, the operator recommends booking online; admission is also cheaper when booked online. Bath towels are not available for hire but are sold in the shop – it’s best to bring your own towel and flip-flops. Visitors travelling by train and PostBus can get a discount on admission via the SBB RailAway offer.