With the invention of the railways Parisians built seaside resorts close to the capital and confirmed the domination of the beaches and baths of Normandy.
Little by little sea bathing centres were no longer simply a “machine” to heal, categorize, help or prevent dangers but also a place of pleasure, relaxation and distraction in a controlled way… In 1913 the first international thalassotherapy association was created.
Relaxation rooms, lounges or even casinos were installed in the heart of these new hydrotherapy centres, allowing a fun break in the health schedule.