Leukerbad Therme (formerly Burgerbad) is the largest thermal bath complex in the Alpine region and the best choice in Leukerbad for families, with ten thermal pools, children’s areas, and large waterslides.
The welcoming Leukerbad Therme (formerly known as Burgerbad) is a family-friendly hot springs thermal pool facility in the heart of Loèche-les-Bains in the Swiss Alps in the Valais Valley, not far from Lake Geneva. It is the largest thermal bath complex in the Alpine region. Leukerbad Therme has ten warm water pools of various sizes and temperatures with water jets and waterfalls. Kids enjoy the special pool for toddlers, while the fast all-weather water slides are popular with children of all ages. The emphasis at Leukerbad Therme (Burgerbad) is on fun – spa and beauty treatments are available, but the nearby upmarket Walliser Alpentherme is a better day spa choice for adults.
Leukerbad Therme at a Glance:
- Best for: Families and children
- Pools: 10 thermal baths
- Waterslides: Burgerblitz and Badnerblitz
- Children: Under 6 free, family discounts
- Sauna: 16+ and textile-free
- Open: Daily 8:00–20:00
- Alternative: Walliser Alpentherme for a quieter, more upmarket spa experience
Staying overnight? Leukerbad hotel guests receive the Guest Card with discounts at the three public thermal baths. Some hotels include free admission to the Leukerbad Therme — this can add up to a good saving, especially for families.
Leukerbad Therme Thermal Water Pools in Loèche-les-Bains
Leukerbad Therme is the most popular spa facility in Leukerbad (Loèche-les-Bains). Visitors have enjoyed Leukerbad’s thermal springs for centuries, although today’s Leukerbad Therme is a modern thermal-bath complex. It features ten hot-water pools with mineral-rich waters reaching temperatures ranging from 28 °C to 44 °C.
The indoor and outdoor pools are open year-round and have many additional features such as whirlpools, waterfalls, and massage jets to make them more fun and more relaxing. Leukerbad Therme (previously Burgerbad) also has a 25-m outdoor pool, as well as special play pools for toddlers and young children. The indoor pool also has a swim-up pool bar — very rare in Switzerland.
The all-weather toboggan water slides (Wasserrutschbahnen) are also top attractions. The 106-m tube slide (Burgerblitz) and the 126-m regular water slide (Badnerblitz) are popular with adults too — Swiss pensioners certainly do not let children have all the fun alone.
Although the mineral-rich waters of the thermal baths in Leukerbad may have many health benefits, the emphasis at the Leukerbad Therme is certainly on having fun. The thermal springs and hot tubs offer a great place to relax in hot spring water after enjoying winter sports (skiing, snow hiking, tobogganing) or exploring the great outdoors in summer (hiking, mountain biking).
Saunas with Steam Baths and Spa at Leukerbad Therme
The sauna and Turkish steam bath spa area (Saunalandschaft) at the Leukerbad Therme includes a variety of saunas, steam rooms, and outdoor areas. This area is charged for separately, or may be added to most bath tickets for a small surcharge.
The minimum age to enter the saunas is 16 years, as this adult area is a textile-free zone, i.e., nude, and genders are mixed. It is fine to cover up with a towel and wear a robe when moving around or in the relaxation area, but no swimming costumes should be worn. However, do sit on a towel in the dry saunas.
Leukerbad Therme also offers special private spa and beauty treatments priced separately from the regular admission fee. Advance reservations are required.
Opening Hours and Admission Fees for Leukerbad Therme
The thermal pools of Leukerbad Therme are open daily from 8 am to 8 pm. The sauna and steam baths are open from 10 am to 7 pm. (Hours are sometimes slightly longer in the winter season.)
Families with children should enquire about the operating hours of the water slides — they usually are in use from around 10:00 (and close earlier than the pools), but the exact times depend on the season.
Basic Admission Charges to the Leukerbad Therme
The standard admission charges for Leukerbad Therme are:
| Leukerbad Therme | Adults (from 16 y.) | Children (from 6 y.)* |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal Bath 3 h | CHF 33.– | CHF 20.– |
| Thermal Bath 1 Day | CHF 39.– | CHF 23.– |
| Sauna admission without bath | CHF 25.– | — |
| Family (2+2) | 3 h | CHF 95.– | — |
| Family (2+2) | 1 Day | CHF 112.– | — |
| 5 entries 3h** | CHF 157.– | CHF 95.– |
Notes:
* Free for children under 6 years old.
** Non-transferable. Validity: 1 year, only one admission per day.
3 hours or a full day at Leukerbad Therme?
Although the price difference is relatively small, three hours is sufficient for many visitors. Long periods in hot thermal water can be tiring, and taking regular breaks is sensible.
It is possible to add admission to the sauna and Turkish steam bath to most bath tickets (CHF15), while the sauna-only tickets are without access to the main pools. (Admission to the saunas is only for those over 16 years old. Younger children are not allowed to enter, even when accompanied by parents.)
All hotel guests staying overnight in Leukerbad receive the Leukerbad Guest Card, with discounts of up to 15% on thermal-bath admission. Many après-ski and cable car package deals are available to reduce costs.
It is always worth enquiring if any special family deals or combination offers with meals or other activities are on offer. Of all the thermal bath resorts in Switzerland, none are more fun for families with children than the Leukerbad Therme. (Aquaparc on the shores of Lake Geneva is more fun, but it is a water fun park rather than a hot springs bath resort.)
Although there is a small parking garage in the basement of the Leukerbad Therme, arriving on public transportation in Leukerbad is always a good idea. The bus from the Leuk train station (in the Rhone Valley) stops directly at the Therme.
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