Pozar Thermal Baths
Loutraki, Greece
Warm thermal pools and a steaming river at the foot of Mount Kaimaktsalan, open year-round. Go outside the weekends if you can; parking at the entrance.
The Pozar thermal baths, also called Loutra Pozar or Loutraki, lie in the municipality of Almopia in the Pella region (Central Macedonia), Greece, about 13 km west of Aridaia and some 32 km north of Edessa. The naturally heated thermal water is around 37 °C. The setting includes mountain forest and waterfalls; according to a travel report the outdoor area has four pools, including an Olympic-sized one and three by the river, one of them beneath a waterfall.
Nearby is the Almopia Cave Park with about 15 caves holding prehistoric finds, which a small museum in the village displays. The thermal area is described as usable all year and is an experience even in snow; the operators publish current opening times and rules at loutrapozar.com.gr. Private indoor pools must be booked, and you should not stay in the water longer than 30 minutes at a time.
From Thessaloniki it is about 112 km, roughly 1 hour 45 minutes by car. There is ample parking. Rubber shoes help against slippery stones, and at weekends it is best to arrive early.
- Nearest town
- Loutraki, Greece
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 40.9676, 21.9283
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. Cold, short days in January–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Κατασκήνωση Αναρριχητικού πεδίουCampsite24 km from Pozar Thermal Baths
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FAQs
Where is Pozar Thermal Baths?
Pozar Thermal Baths is in Loutraki, Greece, at GPS 40.9676, 21.9283. It is about 21 km from Edessa.
Can you camp near Pozar Thermal Baths?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Κατασκήνωση Αναρριχητικού πεδίου, about 24 km away; within 25 km there are 1 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Pozar Thermal Baths?
Pozar Thermal Baths is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Greek Macedonia: Vergina, Edessa and the Prespa lakes.
What is there to see near Pozar Thermal Baths?
Places worth a stop nearby: Edessa Waterfalls (21 km), Pella (55 km), Veria Old Town (Barbouta, Kyrillos) (55 km) and Royal Tombs of Aigai (Vergina) (63 km).
When is the best time to visit Pozar Thermal Baths?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)