The Pozar Thermal Baths in Aridaia, Pella, are a unique year-round destination for relaxation and wellness. The therapeutic thermal waters, with a constant temperature of 37 degrees Celsius, have been springing from the mountain for thousands of years, creating an impressive landscape.
One of the reasons to visit beautifulPellais the Pozar Baths located 30 km. northwest of Edessa and 13 km. west of Aridaia. A dip in these waters is enough to offer you a unique wellness experience as you enjoy a landscape of rare beauty.
Visitors arrive at the Pozar Baths all year round from every corner of Greece - and beyond - to embrace the beneficial properties of the healing waters, to escape to the beautiful mountains and to discover a distinctive four-season destination.
Pozar Baths: Wellness dips in the shadow of Kaimaktsalan
The therapeutic thermal waters, with a constant temperature of 37 degrees Celsius, have been gushing for thousands of years from the mountain, creating an impressive landscape of mountain and forest. The springs emerge at an elevation of 360-390 meters and are formed by rainwater that seeps into the ground, reaches great depth and, once heated, rises higher enriched with minerals and other beneficial components.
The healing water is routed through high-flow conduits into specially designed indoor – private or group – pools, hammam, jacuzzi, spa. A large Olympic-size pool welcomes dips winter and summer, while the more daring prefer the small waterfalls and the natural steamy pools beside the river.
The natural backdrop around the baths is impressive. It is no coincidence that the area is called the "Garden of Eden". Lush vegetation, towering centuries-old trees, waterfalls, natural pools, sheer slopes and towering rocks create a scene of unparalleled beauty that only nature could have sculpted.
The area is organized with hotels, restaurants and changing rooms, so that you have all the amenities around you.
Nearby excursions
In the wider area, it’s worth visiting the Baths Gorge (an ideal choice for walks or mountaineering) and the speleological park. Also, depending on your abilities and interests try rafting & kayak on the Moglenitsa River, horseback riding in the lush village of Orma with its many flowing waters, trekking in Mavro Dasos with its towering beech trees, as well as skiing at the Kaimaktsalan ski resort.
Accommodation
- The hotelNaiadesin the village of Orma, just 2 km. from the Pozar Baths, offers everything you expect to combine comfort seamlessly with the magic of the mountain landscape.
- Combining privacy, relaxation, wellness and luxurious services, the 4* Nymfes Hotel & Spa in Loutraki Aridaias is one of the area’s most distinguished hotels.
- Pozar Pallas is in a central spot in Loutraki and features spacious rooms with a fireplace, spa facilities and a salt cave.
Food
- The restaurant Dionysos is an institution in the area. In the plane tree-filled square of the village of Orma, close to the baths, you will enjoy good Greek cuisine in a warm and welcoming setting.
- In Loutraki Aridaias, the taverna Karatzovitsa is an ideal choice for traditional food.
- The restaurant Ydrolithos serves tasty dishes that follow more creative paths.
