Quick FactsOverview
About Terme di Hissar
Terme di Hissar, Bulgaria is a mineral pool complex located 700 metres from the centre of Hisarya (Hissarya), Plovdiv Province, in central Bulgaria. The complex covers 14 decares and is set in gardens with palm and olive trees. All pools are supplied with mineral water from the Bancheto-Miromir spring, which is classified as thermal, low-mineralized, hydrocarbonate-sulphate, sodium, fluorine, and silicon water with a total mineralization of 270 mg/l. The water is documented as having therapeutic and prophylactic properties.
The five mineral pools are: a large outdoor relaxation pool, a semi-Olympic outdoor sports pool, two outdoor children's pools with supervised animation, and one indoor mineral relaxation pool. The Relax Zone, included in the standard entry fee, contains a Finnish sauna, steam bath, salt room, and the indoor relaxation pool. An outdoor jacuzzi is also available. Food and drink facilities include a restaurant and three bars, including a water bar positioned within the pool. All payments within the complex use a waterproof electronic wristband system. Sun loungers and umbrellas are provided free of charge subject to availability, and qualified medical personnel are on-site. Villa accommodation and a campsite with 39 spots for campers and caravans are available for overnight stays.
Location & Access
Getting to Terme di Hissar
Terme di Hissar is at ul. Kamilite 1A, Hisarya 4180, Plovdiv Province, Bulgaria, 700 metres from the centre of Hisarya. By car from Plovdiv, the drive is approximately 45 kilometres north-west and takes approximately 45 minutes. From Sofia, the distance is approximately 170 kilometres south-east and takes approximately two hours by car. Hisarya sits in the Thracian Valley at the foot of Sredna Gora Mountain, and is one of the oldest balneological resorts in Bulgaria, known since Roman times as a centre for therapeutic mineral water.
Hisarya is accessible by bus from Plovdiv with regular services throughout the day; the journey takes approximately one hour. From the Hisarya bus stop, the complex is within walking distance at 700 metres. Free parking is available at the complex for day visitors and overnight guests. The outdoor pools are seasonal; check the official website for current opening dates and hours before visiting. Day entry tickets are purchased on arrival. The complex operates daily without a weekly rest day during the season. A campsite with 39 spots is available for visitors wanting to stay overnight or combine the pools with a base for exploring the Hisarya area, which includes Roman ruins and the nearby Starosel Thracian temple complex.
Suitability & Accessibility
Who Terme di Hissar Suits
Terme di Hissar suits a broad range of visitors who want a full-day mineral pool experience in an attractive outdoor setting near Plovdiv. The five-pool layout spanning outdoor sports and relaxation pools, two dedicated children's pools with animation, and an indoor relaxation pool with a full Relax Zone makes it one of the most comprehensive day-entry mineral complexes in central Bulgaria. The combination of sports, family, and relaxation zones in one facility means different members of a group can use the space in different ways.
Families with children are particularly well-served by the two children's pools with animation programmes and the on-site medical personnel. The semi-Olympic sports pool suits lap swimmers and active visitors. The Relax Zone with sauna, steam bath, and salt room suits those seeking a thermal circuit alongside pool time. The villa accommodation and campsite make it viable for overnight stays, turning a day visit into a multi-day base for exploring Hisarya's Roman baths, the Thracian Valley, and nearby Plovdiv.
Wheelchair accessibility is not specifically documented; the complex is on a flat garden site but contact the complex directly before visiting if mobility access is a priority. The electronic wristband payment system means no cash or cards are needed at the poolside.
Safety & Etiquette
Terme di Hissar Safety Tips
Terme di Hissar is generally safe as a managed commercial complex with qualified medical personnel available on-site and security staff present during operating hours. The main safety considerations are pool depth variations, prolonged sun exposure during peak summer, and the thermal circuit in the Relax Zone.
The outdoor pools include a semi-Olympic sports pool suitable for lap swimming; verify depth markers and pool signage before entering any pool. Sunbeds and umbrellas provide shade, but the outdoor areas receive intense summer sun during peak season; apply sun protection before spending extended time poolside and drink water regularly throughout the day. The wristband payment system means personal belongings should be secured with the safe at reception before you enter the pool areas; do not leave valuables unattended by the pools. Qualified medical personnel are on-site throughout operating hours to provide first aid if needed.
In the Relax Zone, the Finnish sauna and steam bath involve high temperatures; limit sessions to 10 to 15 minutes and cool down in the indoor relaxation pool between rounds. The salt room is not suitable for people with certain respiratory conditions; if in doubt, consult the on-site medical staff before use. Children must be supervised at all times, including in the children's pools which have animation staff present but not dedicated lifeguards. Do not use the sauna or steam bath immediately after meals or alcohol. During peak summer days and weekends the complex can become busy; arriving early in the day improves access to sunbeds and pool space.
