Overall, I really dug the variety of pools--about 4 different temperatures, the ability to swim…read morefrom inside to out, and a nice patio area outside. I also liked that you could go on an upper deck and catch some warm sun through the windowed roof. It was a refreshing venture while in Stuttgart and super easy to get to on the tram.

I love me a thermal bath. Been lucky enough to visit some great ones in Hungary, Canada and…read moreIceland. This is right up there in terms of facilities, cleanliness and general enjoyment. I visited twice during my week in Stuttgart. The first time I used both the swimming baths and sauna area (on 2nd visit, sauna was female only. Check before visiting). Sauna area is nude. Something I've never experienced before but quickly became used to it. Make sure you check the 'ausguss' timetable in the sauna area for when you can take part in the ritual of having red hot steam blasted into your face by a towel twirling attendant (more fun than it sounds). Swimming area is not nude and has a brilliant outdoor section with a small, fast flowing lazy river. I visited both Leuze and Canstatt mineral baths during my time in Stuttgart and in my opinion, Leuze has the best sauna area but Canstatt has the best and more modern swimming area. Definitely worth a visit during your time in Stuttgart and I hope I can come back one day.

Merkel'sches Bad is popular swimming pool of high quality for reasonable price, ideal place for…read moreunforgetable relaxation in Esslingen am Neckar (founded by Oskar Merkel in 1907). Saunas, Jacuzzi, wellness-area, chill-out rooms, cafeteria just everything for swimming and spa pleasure :) Day ticket for mineral- and sport-baths, wellness-area costs 13,50 EUR.

Super clean, super relaxing and a great way to observe Germans in their natural habitat…read more Do bring a swimsuit and towel. The locker rooms are co-ed so don't freak out. The shower rooms are men/women. Do take a shower before you get in the water ad bring some water shoes to wear to the water's edge. This warm water spa features indoor and outdoor areas with varying temperatures. Start inside and work your way outside. I don't recommend staying in for more than two hours or your body will turn into a prune. Take a quick shower afterwards to get the mineral water out of your hair and body.

Lovely spa environment is a treat & an escape from a rough day/week. The saunas have attendants who…read morego by a schedule, stirring the air with soothing, therapeutic aromas. Saunas are themed and are set at different temperatures. They have two steam rooms as well. Just grab yourself two towels and head on over. One towel's for sitting on (to sweat on), the other is for your shower afterwards. (Note to Americans, it's textile-free at the saunas.) The sauna garden has its own mineral water pool to relax in. The general pool area has a mini restaurant and is nice if you can relax while hearing kids at play in the water. "Classic Sauna": included with admission to the general pool area. "Sauna Garden": 5€ more and has its own bar/cafe with delicious food. You simply order what you want, they bring it to you, you just tap your wrist band on the sensor. You pay your tab when you leave. (Cash only) Standard Rate: 10,50€/ 3.5 hrs Summer Rate: 10,50€/ 4.5hrs (massage services by appt)

Ah, thermal baths. Why, oh, why aren't there more of them in the United States?…read more Limes-Thermen has a nice selection of swimming and soaking opportunities. There are several hot spring pools with a variety of massaging jets and fountains. There's also a cold plunge, which only adds to the experience. The spa also features a lot of massage and therapeutic programs, a sauna, and a restaurant. There are also plenty of nearby hiking paths after you've finished your soak. If you're a guest in the hotel next door, rates are by duration spent in the baths, the minimum charge being €5.10 for up to 90 minutes. If not, entry fees start at €9.00. Either way there's an extra charge to use the sauna, which has slightly more limited hours than the baths themselves. There's no nudity à la a Korean bathhouse, and the patrons are mostly the retired and elderly (at least during daytime bathing hours). All in all, a worthwhile diversion.