Founded in 1996 by the Ponteins family, the Calicéo Group is now recognised as the French specialist in water-based leisure and wellness centres, offering a unique concept focused on aquatic well-being and fitness. Calicéo centres combine balneotherapy, spa, and beauty treatments in high-end environments, with three main service areas: relaxation pools, fitness-oriented aquatic spaces, and spa/beauty/massage services. Located on large, easily accessible sites near major French cities, the group currently operates six centres (Toulouse, Perpignan, Pau, Lyon, Nantes, Bordeaux) and welcomes over 1.2 million visitors each year.