Salsomaggiore Terme


Salsomaggiore Terme is a town and comune located in the Italian province of Parma, in the region of Emilia-Romagna. Located at the foot of the Apennines, its warm saline waters made this a popular Spa town.

History

In the first half of the 19th century, during the reign of Marie Louise, Duchess of Parma, the thermal waters of Salsomaggiore became attractive to visitors for having therapeutic purposes. The mineral waters of Salsomaggiore belong to the bromo-iodine group salty waters. A hypertonic and cold water extracted from artesian wells, deep, at a temperature of and at a density of 16° on the Baumé scale. The main focus of the town became its baths, notably the "terme" located in the center. These and the hotels affiliated with the town include:
  • Palazzo dei Congressi
  • Palazzo delle Terme Berzieri
The town remains attractive to visitors. Since 2007 Salsomaggiore is home of the European Festival called , a celebration of art, music and theater dedicated to women and their health. Around the central piazza are clothing shops and a gelateria. The town has a large number of villas and hotels some of whom, have events such Miss Italia competition, held here until 2010. Two nearby villages, Salsominore and Tabiano, also have thermal springs. Salsomaggiore Terme is a World Trade Center.

Climate

Sports

From March 27 to April 9, 2022, the 45th World Bridge Championship was held here.

People

Bargone, Cangelasio, Ceriati, Contignaco-Cella, Costa, Costamarenga, Fornacchia, Gorzano, I Passeri, Longone-Colombaia, Montauro, Pie' di Via, Pieve di Cusignano, Rossi, Salsominore, San Vittore, Scipione Castello, Scipione Ponte, Tabiano Terme, Tosini, Vascelli.

Twin cities