Historic site
Roman Thermae of Maximinus
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The Roman Thermae of Maximinus are among the best-preserved public bath complexes in Portugal, discovered in the 20th century during urban excavations. The site showcases the typical bath sequence: a cold room (frigidarium) with a pool, a warm room (tepidarium), and a hot room (caldarium) with underfloor heating (hypocaust). Visitors can walk on elevated walkways above the original floors, viewing intricate geometric mosaics and the remains of marble-lined pools. The baths offer a vivid picture of daily Roman life and engineering prowess in ancient Bracara Augusta.
Don't miss
- Walk the elevated walkway to view the frigidarium pool and mosaic floors.
- See the hypocaust system beneath the caldarium floor.
- Observe the geometric mosaics and marble fragments.
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