Salsomaggiore Terme is a spa town that has become famous thanks to the very strong brine springs here. They were already used in antiquity, and are now used in numerous sanatoriums and spa complexes.
Salt mineral waters were known in this area since ancient times. The first spa was founded by the Romans, but after the fall of the Empire, they were forgotten for many centuries. The spa was revived again in the 19th century on the basis of the renewed interest in hydrotherapy and the growing popularity of resorts all over Europe. Currently, it is one of the most important spa centers in this part of Italy with a good treatment and accommodation base.
The main attraction of Salsomaggiore Terme are the brine springs, which are used for healing and relaxation treatments. In the city center there is a large center Terme Berzieri built in the early twentieth century. Its appearance resembles a palace combining the features of defensive architecture of the Italian Renaissance and influences from the Far East. The other important healing and recreational center based on mineral waters is the Zoja Thermal Baths with modern spa & wellness facilities.
