Tamina Therme, Switzerland

A large thermal spa day in the Rhine valley resort town of Bad Ragaz

Tamina Therme is the public thermal baths in Bad Ragaz, built as a full-featured warm-water complex with indoor and outdoor pools plus a separate sauna world. It’s a classic “day spa you can actually swim in,” not a quiet boutique bath. The overall experience is structured, modern, and easy to plan, with clear opening hours, timed tickets, and age rules that separate the main thermal bath from the sauna zone.

What makes it practical

Bad Ragaz is easy to reach, and the facility runs long hours, so you can slot it into a travel day without stress. The pricing model is time-based (for example up to two hours with add-on time), which naturally nudges you toward a steady, paced visit instead of an aimless all-day drift.

How to get the best version of the visit

Pick one focus per session: swimming and jets, or a sauna-heavy circuit. If you try to do everything in one go, it can feel rushed. A simpler plan, plus a real rest break, usually feels better.

Where it is
Tamina Therme is in Bad Ragaz (Canton of St. Gallen), a resort town at the edge of the Alps with straightforward road and rail access.

Getting there
No hike. Most visitors arrive by train to Bad Ragaz and walk or take a short local transfer, or drive and park nearby. The town is flat and easy compared with higher alpine destinations, which is part of the appeal.

Opening hours
The facility lists current opening hours for the thermal bath as Monday to Thursday 08:00–22:00, Friday 08:00–23:00, and weekends and public holidays 08:00–22:00. The sauna world lists Monday to Thursday 10:00–22:00, Friday 10:00–23:00, and weekends and public holidays 10:00–22:00. Last admission is 60 minutes before closing, and bathing ends 30 minutes before closing.

Pricing and timing
Tickets are priced by time blocks (for example up to two hours, then additional half-hours), with different weekday and weekend pricing. If you want the best value, decide upfront whether you’re really doing a short session or you’ll want a day ticket.

What to bring
Swimsuit, towel, and sandals for wet floors. If you plan to add sauna time, pack an extra layer for after so you’re not stepping outside feeling chilled.

Maintenance note
The pricing and hours page lists scheduled maintenance from June 8–12, 2026. Check closer to your dates in case additional areas are affected.

Tamina Therme is best for travelers who want a big, dependable thermal baths experience with long opening hours and a clear split between family thermal bathing and a more adult sauna world. It’s also a good option for mixed groups, because some people can swim and soak while others build a sauna-focused routine.

Families
Children from age 3 are admitted to the thermal bath if they are no longer wearing diapers, which is a useful detail for parents planning with toddlers. Children under 13 are not admitted to the sauna world. If you’re visiting as a family, it usually works best to treat the thermal bath as the main event and keep the schedule simple.

Couples and friends
Great for couples who like long, unhurried spa time, especially on a calmer weekday. Friends will have an easy day here too, just keep the volume down in rest zones so the place stays pleasant.

Mobility realities
No hike, but expect wet floors, thresholds, and steps into pools. I’m not claiming wheelchair access without verified step-free routes and assisted pool entry. If step-free access is essential, contact the facility and ask about accessible changing rooms, the easiest pool entries, and whether any pool has ramp or lift access.

Expectations vs reality
Think modern thermal complex, not a wilderness soak. It’s at its best when you accept the structure, time-based tickets, clear rules, and a steady pace.

Heat pacing keeps the session enjoyable
Warm water plus sauna can dehydrate you faster than you expect. Do shorter rounds, rest between heat sessions, and drink water. If you feel dizzy or unusually tired, step out early and cool down, that’s the kind way to finish a spa session.

Time-based tickets help, use them
If you’re on a timed entry, do not rush the hottest rooms first. Start with a gentler pool, then sauna, then rest. You’ll get more comfort out of the same time.

Slip prevention is simple but worth doing
Wear sandals outside the pools and saunas, walk slowly on tile, and keep one hand free when moving around. Most real injuries in thermal baths are slips, not anything dramatic.

Sauna world rules and age limits
The sauna world has age limits (no under 13; 13–16 only with an adult) and it’s usually quieter and more etiquette-driven than the main thermal bath. If you’re unsure what to do, follow the calmest person in the room and you’ll usually get it right.

Shared-space etiquette
It goes best when everyone shares space and keeps things moving. Don’t block doors or steps, keep benches tidy, and avoid loud conversations in relaxation areas. Photos are easiest when you keep other guests out of frame.

Kind cautions
If you’re pregnant, heat-sensitive, or managing cardiovascular concerns, choose shorter rounds and avoid strong hot-to-cold contrasts. A gentler circuit is often the most enjoyable one.

What are the current opening hours?

The hours page lists thermal bath hours as Mon–Thu 08:00–22:00, Fri 08:00–23:00, weekends and public holidays 08:00–22:00. Sauna world hours are Mon–Thu 10:00–22:00, Fri 10:00–23:00, weekends and public holidays 10:00–22:00. Last admission is 60 minutes before closing.

How does pricing work?

Admission is time-based (for example up to two hours with additional half-hours), with different weekday and weekend pricing, plus day tickets. Decide your likely duration before you buy so you’re not watching the clock.

Can toddlers come?

Children from age 3 are admitted to the thermal bath if they are no longer wearing diapers. That detail matters for families planning with younger kids.

Can kids go in the sauna world?

No under 13. Ages 13–16 are only admitted when accompanied by an adult. If you want sauna time as a parent, plan to take turns.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Don’t assume it. It’s an easy-access facility, but pool entry and wet transitions can still be limiting. If you need step-free routes and assisted water entry, contact the facility for current, specific access details.