Tuscany's Hidden Hot Springs Are Perfect For A Relaxing Getaway
By Emily Manthei
VACATIONS
In Bagni San Filippo, Tuscany, Fosso Bianco is a thermal spring formed from mineral-rich mud and hot water. It's a great place to unwind; best of all, it's free.
While Saturnia's hot springs are often crowded, Bagni San Filippo's hot springs are still a relatively secret spot, as you have to hike through the woods to reach them.
The town's Terme San Filippo spa charges a €12 entry for their treatments with the spring waters, but you can enjoy the steamy waters in their natural environment for free.
The hot springs, which can reach 118 degrees Fahrenheit, erupt through a wall of limestone before bubbling into a series of pools that snake through the forest.
In the fall, the rainwater's minerals mix with the hot springs, changing the water's color from blue to green or even red — but the springs are still comfortable and easy to visit.
Spend the night in Bagni San Filippo at one of several vacation apartments or bungalow rentals. The village also has two bed and breakfasts: Bbbagni and B&B Il Fosso Bianco.