Thermes Bérot in Dax

Thermes Bérot is a family-founded thermal establishment in Dax, in the Landes. Its establishment profile describes programmes in rheumatology and phlebology, together with a specific approach to fibromyalgia. The property also developed accommodation for people attending courses.

A family thermal centre

The centre was established in 1973 by the Bérot family. Jean-Louis and Roland Bérot are the two names connected with its development in the directory entry, which also identifies Jean-Louis as a former rugby player. An on-site hotel with 100 rooms was built in 1977, followed by 240 studios in 1985. This phased growth linked the thermal facilities with longer-stay accommodation.

Those figures form part of the property’s history. They should not be read as a current room inventory, and travellers need to check which accommodation is operating before making plans.

Rheumatology and phlebology programmes

The rheumatology course described in the directory entry uses a range of thermal-water treatments for conditions such as osteoarthritis and polyarthritis. The phlebology course is concerned with chronic venous insufficiency in the lower limbs and includes applications in a pool or bath using Dax thermal water.

These programmes are presented here by area of care, without repeating the directory entry’s claims about results. Suitability depends on a person’s medical circumstances. Prospective patients should consult an appropriate healthcare professional and ask the establishment for up-to-date details about supervision, prescription requirements and the content of each course.

Fibromyalgia and independent courses

The directory entry describes a dedicated fibromyalgia programme that combines thermal care with multidisciplinary support. It refers to muscular and joint pain and to sleep disturbance as matters considered within that programme. No particular benefit can be assumed from this description.

It also records independently booked, non-contracted courses. At the time covered by the directory entry, these required a medical appointment beforehand. Current eligibility, referral arrangements and reimbursement rules should be verified rather than inferred from the older account.

Location and planning

Thermes Bérot is placed in Dax on Rue Louis-Barthou. The town is within reach of both Biarritz and Pau, but journey times depend on the route and transport used. Prices, contact details and booking conditions in the original French material may now be out of date and should be confirmed directly.