There is a natural corner that has increasingly surprised travelers looking for unique landscapes and thermal waters. With clear water and 25 ° C constant throughout the year, this thermal source has become one of the most talked about tourist spots in Spain on social networks.
Natural Beauty and Origin
The village of Montanejos, with about 600 inhabitants, hosts Fuente de Los Baños, just over an hour from valence.
According to El Confidential, the turquoise color of waters resembles tropical destinations in Thailand, but this thermal pool is surprisingly close to Portugal. A tiktok publication describes the place as “a natural jewel with water with a temperature of 25 ° C throughout the year”, highlighting the thermal constancy that occurs in its waters.
It was the Abuhd King, the last Almoada de Valencia ruler, who ordered the construction of these baths to preserve the youth of the women of his harem.
The myeromedicinal waters, which spring from a source with seven spouts, continue to attract visitors for their benefits. The site was officially recognized as public utility in 1863, reinforcing its therapeutic value.
A historical destination linked to well-being
According to the same source, during the nineteenth century, Montanejos was already sought by those seeking health treatments.
Botanical Cavanilles said that “the sick would take the hot springs”, underlining the role of the village as a destination for health tourism.
Subsequently, businessman Jaime Asensio Tarín built Villa Purificación by the Mijares River, marking the beginning of summer homes for the wealthier classes in the region.
POOL ACCESS
These days, Fuente de Los Baños is one of the most frequented natural pools of Castellón. During summer, access is controlled to avoid large concentrations of people.
Admission can be reserved online or purchased on site, and residents benefit from reduced rates.
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Rails on the banks of the mijares
For hiking lovers, there are routes such as the 15 -kilometer ‘Las Fuente track, and the Strachos trail, which crosses a 25 -meter -wide gorge with walls that reach 100 meters high.
Those who prefer more intense adventures can opt for rafting, kayak, climbing, speleology and even puanting.
All this is possible thanks to the Mija River, which crosses this Valley from Alto Mijares and provides all this natural surroundings, according to the source mentioned above.
Therapeutic springs and treatments
Since 1997, Montanejos has a resort that offers treatments for breathing, skin, digestive and rheumatic problems. Many visitors choose to combine the bath treatments in the river, uniting well-being and contact with nature.
The waters have medicinal properties due to the presence of sulfates, magnesium and bicarbonate. This composition gives the Fuente of Los Baños beneficial qualities for health and transforms the village into a suitable destination for relaxing, breathing fresh air and supporting the high temperatures of summer, as referred to.
How to get to Montanejos
Montanejos is about 96 kilometers from Valencia and 60 kilometers from Castellón. For those who do not have their own transportation, there is a railway connection to Caudiel, where it is possible to take a bus that takes visitors to the village in about 30 minutes.
This destination remains relatively removed from the main urban centers and the coastal zones with the highest.
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