Cieleo, the thermal spa in Barèges
At the foot of the Pic du Midi and the Col du Tourmalet.
Accessibility
Open to all (ages 6 months+)
Duration
From 1 hour
Pools
Indoor pools
Online booking
Highly recommended
Barèges Thermal Spa & Wellness
Relax and unwind !
At 1,250m above sea level, in France’s highest-altitude thermal spa, come and unwind at Cieléo in Barèges.
Enjoy the soothing, mineral-rich thermal waters and the surrounding mountains in every season.
With family or friends, book your Cieléo spa pass and relax in the hammam, sauna, jacuzzi and bubble beds for an unforgettable moment of relaxation after a day on the slopes or other activities.
You can also discover thermal mud treatments, combining the soothing pleasure of bathing with the benefits of natural mud therapy.
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Spa & Hammam Area
Thermal Spa Area
Beauty & Wellness Area
Opening days & times
- Summer season (July & August): 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm
- May / June / September / October: → Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 3:30 pm – 7:00 pm → Sunday, Monday & Tuesday: closed
- Closed in April and November.
- Exceptional closure dates: May 1st, May 2nd, August 30th & 31st, October 31st.
- Exceptional opening date: May 24th.
Lockers
- Free lockers are available with your pass
What to wear
- Clean pool sandals and a towel are mandatory.
- Swimwear is compulsory.
- Swim shorts, wetsuits (fabric or neoprene) are strictly prohibited in the water.
- Underwear is strictly forbidden.
- On-site sales: sandals, towels, swim nappies for children, and swimwear.
Nearby ski resort
Children
- Children are welcome from 6 months of age, provided they wear appropriate swim nappies (available at reception).
- Children aged 3 to 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Access to the sauna and hammam is not permitted for children under 15, even when accompanied.
How to get here
From Lourdes, follow the road to Luz-Saint-Sauveur and head up towards the Tourmalet Pass. Before the climb, you will reach the last village on the ascent: Barèges.
There is a car park in the centre of the village, right next to Cieléo.
Cieléo (Barèges) FAQs
We’re here to help !
The centre is family-friendly. Children can access the pools from 6 months of age (swim nappies required).
The wellness area and hammam are reserved for guests aged 16 and over.
Swimwear is mandatory (swim briefs or fitted swim shorts for men).
We recommend bringing your own towel, although towels can also be rented on site if you prefer to travel light.
Advance booking is required for massages and beauty treatments.
For pool access, online booking guarantees your entry.
Cieléo reviews
Your wellness escape in Barèges
“Perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes. No advance booking, so you may have to wait or come back later if it’s full. In peak season, sessions are limited to one hour.”
Jean-Michel
“Warm welcome, excellent treatments, and a magical setting. Great hiking routes nearby — we’ll definitely be back.”
Virginie
“Very happy with the benefits of Barèges thermal water. The staff are friendly and discreet. A calm, well-run place that follows proper treatment protocols. Highly recommended for sports recovery. Thanks to the whole team.”
Djamila
“A really pleasant place, with perfect water temperature (34°C). The hammam is well worth a visit, and the outdoor hot tubs are very enjoyable.”
Guillaume
“Great experience! I visited the pool area and, working in thalassotherapy, I found it very clean with great facilities (sauna, hammam, jacuzzi…). The whole setting is very relaxing. I’ll definitely come back.”
Léa
“Friendly staff. We tried the leisure pool, sauna, hammam and jacuzzi. I also had a hydromassage treatment.”
Loic