Saarland Therme – Review of this oriental spa in Germany

My summary

The healing thermal spring water of Rilchingen-Hanweiler

The Saarland thermal baths are fortunate enough to have their own spring: a saltwater spring gushes out on site, and the water in the Saarland thermal baths is thereforeRilchingen thermal spring water. This healing water is renowned for its medicinal properties, thanks to the minerals it contains.

The spa area

With its oriental style decoration, the baths part is quite successful: high windows, stone borders, Moroccan wooden columns, mosaics and original tiles from Andalusia await you.

The pools of the Saarland Therme include:

• an indoor pool with jacuzzi and massage jets
• an outdoor pool with various massage jets and seats, bubble seats and neck showers, as well as a swimming channel and comfortable lounge chairs
• several small thematic rooms: vitalizing bath, alkaline bath, Kneipp pool, relaxation room with fireplace…
• a sauna
• a hammam

As soon as night falls, the central pool of the Saarland Therme is illuminated by beautiful oriental lamps and an LED system, which really creates a special atmosphere.

I also particularly liked the small iodine pool: the high concentration of salt gives the impression of floating, and when you put your head in the water, you can hear relaxing music. All this under a black canvas with small LEDs imitating stars.

Saarland Thermes also has a roof terrace and a small park, which we did not test because we went there in winter, and offers treatments like massages.

A large naturist area: saunas and hammams

The thermal baths have only a sauna and a very small hammam, as most of these facilities are located… in the naturist zone. And that’s my main complaint. On the first and second floors, there are saunas, steam baths and hammams with dreamy decorations and titles. But you’re not allowed in if you want to stay in your bathing suit. I think this is a real shame, especially as many spas in Germany let you choose between nudity and swimwear.

Prices of the Saarland Therme

It is possible to take an entry for 2h, 4h or the day. The rates vary depending on whether you come on weekdays or weekends and take the extra charge for access to the saunas in the naturist area. Tickets cost from €25 to €42.50. More information here.

So, are we going to Saarland?

Is the establishment worth the detour? I would say yes if you are passing by or planning a stay inthe area. Otherwise, I recommend other establishments in the region, such as the Les Cent Ciels hamman in Strasbourg or theHostellerie des Châteaux in Ottrott (but the budget is higher).