You can talk in a Finnish sauna. In the case where saunas are mixed, bathers are required to wear swimming suits or towels, so don’t worry about being naked. I absolutely loved my trip to the Hammam in Turkey, which is the only experience I have that would compare to this. After some persuading I removed my towel and didn’t find it too bad. Deshalb beruft man sich hierzulande bei den Regeln für den richtigen Gebrauch der Schwitzstube häufig auf vermeintlich finnische Traditionen. ... with the exception that most mixed-sex saunas usually require some clothing such as a bathing suit to be worn. Or why the Finns are so crazy about it? Here’s everything to know about Finnish sauna culture, including the history and the best sauna’s to visit in Helsinki: In its primitive form, saunas were pits dug into slopes and heated with hot rocks. }). It has also three different saunas which is special for a Finn, and some other services, too. However, there are risks involved with jumping into freezing water, especially to those with any cardiovascular problems. Generally, nudity is less of an issue for Scandinavians. It’s not forbidden, although Finns are pretty quiet in the sauna despite saunas being described as a "social event". The first shock – surprisingly – was that many Dutch spas are no-swimsuit and mixed-sex spas. I got over the shock relatively quickly, because, well, I needed a new sauna. If it’s a public mixed sauna, you must always use a swimsuit or towel. I am so fascinated by Helsinki and can’t wait to hear more! Anticipating a possible fee for borrowing a towel I grabbed one from my hotel and walked to the hall,  and after some trouble found it hidden in a little alley- I expected to find a big sign which apparently does not exist. Did you ever wonder, what happens in the Sauna? 00160 Helsinki, Opening Hours
: Sunday 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, Opening Hours: It’s estimated that a third of the world’s – yes, the world’s – saunas are located in Finland, a stat that’s supported by the old Finnish saying “first build the sauna, then the house.” While saunas are so numerous in the Nordic nation that there’s roughly one sauna for every two Finns, not every house in Finland has a sauna, but the majority of them do. The heat from the sauna and a sudden cooling gives you an extreme rush of hormones like endorphin. Fine. A Finnish sauna is not like a Turkish hammam, which involves more of a bath-and-scrub-like ritual. Don’t know the etiquette of a new sauna? In der gesamten Geschichte gibt es kein Finnland ohne Sauna. The sauna was a  little bit of the same. other things I learned while visiting Finland, https://spindriftglobal.com/2012/12/26/at-home-in-a-finnish-sauna/. You won’t. It’s normal to be naked if your new sauna neighbors are of the same gender as you. It's very common to have a drink after a sauna session. Finns don’t sweat and run; they have multiple steam sessions punctuated by a cold swim, shower or beers. In addition to women giving birth in saunas, the space was also used to prepare the dead for their final rites. Where they may differ is in their etiquette, architecture, or levels of humidity or steam. Plus, a soapy pre-wash removes dirt and oil from your skin making it easier to sweat. I presumed I’d got over my fear and would be fine the next time, but for some reason I was even more chicken (even though it was just the two of us again), that I wore my bikini in there, haha! Unlike in most places, public saunas in Finland are not just about heat and humidity, but are more of  a social event where strangers and friends come together to discuss whatever is relevant or not at the time. I guess it just takes a bit to overcame the embarassment and you’re good to go! In Finland, sauna’ing is a social affair that should be enjoyed slowly. When in a mixed group that is about to go to sauna, it is perfectly fine to ask people and discuss who should go with who. It usually isn't as hot close to the door. Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 9:00 pm Thanks for sharing your experience Nestor! The entrance was covered, trapping the warm air inside so people could bathe in winter. Jeder Finne und jede Finnin genießt die Sauna auf seine/ihre Art, aber stets werden Geist und Körper gereinigt. For an athletic activity? Want to learn more about Nuuksio National park?CHECK THIS OUT:- https://youtu.be/gNRmW5SA7wkVisit the hotels website here... https://www.hotellinuuksio.fi/en When going to a sauna in Finland you may see or hear about a whipping ritual that includes a bunch of leaves. Today, Finns use the sauna weekly to relax and connect with family and friends. If it’s too hot for you, sit lower. Lassen Sie sich inspirieren, denn B+S Finnland Saunas sind ein echter Trumpf im Wettbewerb! While I used to travel solo extensively I now enjoy adventure and family travel and show you how to do it too. If you want to understand the Finns, first go to a Finnish sauna. Echte finnische Saunen sind schwach beleuchtet, es gibt keine Musik und keinen Duft außer dem nach frischer Birke und natürlichem Teer. Context is everything. Sauna traditions in Estonia are almost identical to Finland as saunas have traditionally held a central role in the life of an individual. Few traditions are as rooted to the Finnish way of life as the sauna experience. Pretty much all places have separate saunas for women and men, specially in hotels and swimming halls. Public saunas have a specific disposable sauna tissues available; there should be a roll or a pile of them near the sauna. Here are six recommendations on the best public saunas in Helsinki: Hernesaarenranta 4 Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall is a mixed gender nude sauna, but there’s a different schedule for each gender. 

 But anyway, it’s probably nicer when visited with a friend with whom you can spend time there. First things first: Finnish public nude saunas in spas and swimming halls are gender separated. It was interesting, but after 20 minutes I was board. I also would think this could be great if done on a regular basis, although honestly, not by me. Finnland. Perhaps a sauna experience in a nice hotel is something entirely different? Das Sauna-Gefühl. If you want to learn more about what to expect in a Finnish sauna continue reading, otherwise you may want to read about other things I learned while visiting Finland. Thus if you were hoping to find something like in the picture above, keep dreaming. Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm It was an interesting experience nevertheless! Being British I’m a bit of a prude so I wasn’t looking forward to going to the sauna in Hamburg. Huge thanks for Day With A Local Helsinki for the incredible trip ️Can book a tour with them here: https://daywithalocal.com/ People go there to swim, not to have a sauna, and they won’t chat, either, if they don’t have anything to say. There are two saunas, one slightly hotter than the other, and each had about 5 -8 males sweating and letting time go by, no discussions or friendly conversations as I had been told is the norm. It’s also nothing like a Japanese onsen, which involves a long soak in a natural hot spring. Why Visit Loyly Sauna Helsinki (Hint: it Does Have a Twist), Natural and Tasty: Finnish Food That Will Drive You Crazy. One was for couples and families and you have to wear bath clothes and other area for adults and mandatory nude. Come with me to the Finnish Sauna and find out! The place was the Caracalla terms and the organization was ten points. Will we ever agree on anything? This is a common question. It’s all about the people and the setting though… maybe you just need a different sauna , A couple of weeks later I was also in a Hammam in Morocco… a different experience but unique as well. This refers to the vasta – also called a vihta – a bundle of fresh birch used inside the sauna, particularly in the spring. Sauna. Afterwards you feel light and happy. 02594 965-960 Termin vereinbaren. https://www.scandinaviastandard.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-finnish-saunas Unsere Finnland-Saunas – der Inbegriff für Premiumqualität. She is Scandinavia Standard’s Copenhagen Food Contributor and the writer/photographer behind the culinary travel blog www.towhatplace.com. Public saunas by the lake tend to be mixed, but everyone wears swimming suits. Alvar Aalto, Finnlands berühmtester Architekt und Designer, sagte einmal: „Form muss einen Inhalt haben, und dieser Inhalt muss mit der Natur verbunden sein.“ Helsinkis neugebaute Saunen am Meer können als Manifestierung dieser Geisteshaltung angesehen werden. Well it’s not really a “sauna”, it’s a swimming hall, and every swimming hall in Finland has a sauna. For perspective, Finnish families sauna naked together – as in everyone, from grandparents to tots as young as four months old. window.fd('form', { Been there, done that. The general rule is: steam, cool, repeat! Essentially, the sauna used to be the site where Finns both started and ended their lives. Here are six more tips on what to do, and not do, in a Finnish sauna: Always take a warm shower before; it helps to keep the space (and yourself) squeaky clean. Thursday 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm Die Sauna ist für Finnen ein heiliger Ort. Any mixed sauna in Finland follows the same unwritten rules, which do differ from those in other countries. In Finland, anybody can throw water on the stove; the person sitting closest to the water bucket is responsible. So much, in fact, that most hotels have them (even if they are North of the Arctic Circle, where I also experienced one) and even families tend to have one in their homes, when they can. I repeated the process two or three times, and after about 30 minutes later I had had enough; I currently live in the tropics and preferred the cold weather outside than the steam in the hall. Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, Opening Hours
: I married a Finn and she likes the California hot tub and I am Swedish and I like the Finland sauna. Travel tip: Visit Finland! The saunas are on the right and left sides at the end of the pool. Most detached houses in Finland have saunas, as do terrace rows, summerhouses, and winter cabins. If people want to go to a public sauna then they go to one that really is a public sauna, and “only” a sauna. And while in traditional sauna culture it’s important to respect that people come to saunas to relax, private saunas can be a popular spot for drinking and chatting with friends, especially on a Friday night. It’s a necessity for the locals, not part of a luxurious lifestyle as people think in other parts of the world.There’s more than 3 million saunas per 5 million inhabitants in Finland so pretty much a sauna per household Hey Tyty, I guess you are right, though they do market it as a sauna as well…and they do have them. To cool in between each sauna session, it’s common to jump into some freezing cold water. Sunday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm. Even large companies have saunas – businesses have been known to conduct networking sessions within the walled sudatory of this Finnish standard – and the Finnish prime minister and president both have their own official saunas. One of the Finnish traditions is to build sauna even before the house itself. My search didn’t yield too many options and I opted for the Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall, a public bath house in the center of Helsinki that opened in 1928 and for decades was the only indoor swimming pool in the city. The only thing that makes this one special is that it’s so old and has a nice architecture and you can swim nude because that’s how it’s always been. 00150 Helsinki Just go in and observe how others are behaving. Saunas are so woven into the culture, that one was even erected for Finnish peacekeepers in Eritrea. formId: '5f4e085b782ca6002a476993', Finnen gehen nackt in die Sauna – und oft gemeinsam mit der Familie. Each sauna session usually goes for 5 to 20 minutes. It may have been this Helsinki public sauna in itself as I had heard that there is another popular sauna. 00500 Helsinki This is what gives you that rejuvenated post-sauna glow that the Finns find irresistible. Saturday Closed It’s rude to stare, and never has this saying been truer than in a sauna… Keep your eyes forward or at eye level, ogling is a big no no. Heck, if you're lucky you might even be able to have it while in the sauna! Though I do understand that after a year in cold weather and fully clothed they enjoy the freedom…, actually i was expecting very interesting post..:-P. Still kinda curious about the sauna culture. Sehen Sie sich die Fotos an und gewinnen Sie einen Eindruck von der Präsenz der Sauna im modernen Leben Finnlands. In the end, I think I just wrapped a towel around me…. I saw the swimming hall being mentioned everywhere not only because of the sauna and swimming experience, but because of the architecture as well, and was not aware of that reputation (though everyone seemed to mined their own business)…thanks for this other recommendation! They’ve been used to heal the sick, for curing meat, and even as the site for childbirth. Yes, Kids. Since heat rises, lying on the upper benches will give a hotter experience, as will keeping to the corners. I went to a very nice place in Baden Baden, Germany. The 90 year old swimming hall. Sunday 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Harjutorinkatu 1 It’s believed that hitting yourself with it increases blood circulation and smoothes the skin. There is, however, one exception, which you can learn more about here. Because it’s a communal space, check with others before changing the temperature or pouring water onto the rocks. If not, will often visit the closest one for a good dose of extreme heat and humidity. Haha…I understand you. Finnland gilt als das Heimatland der Sauna. A more contemporary Finnish sauna was a wood house with a stove, called a kiuas, and a pile of stones, or kiuaskivet. Be prepared to get naked, but you can use a towel if you’re feeling a little shy. If shy, use a towel. Some Finnish saunas are mixed-sex while others are not. Unsurprisingly, the Finnish capital has an impressive selection of different types of saunas, ranging from the traditional to the world’s first Ferris wheel sauna. From what I know saunas and bath houses in Germany are not as popular as in Finland though, right? Throwing water on the kiuaskivet increased the sauna’s humidity by creating steam or löyly. New Amsterdam Travel Video- Sauna Deco is a sparkling diamond hidden away in the heart of the city. Yup, I have the feeling too it had to do with the place itself…. In the sauna, people begin to relax and share what’s on their minds. Finnen gehen natürlich auch zusammen mi Maybe that’s the secret to being the happiest people in the world! Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Jaughna is NYC-born and Caribbean-bred, now living in Denmark. Tuesday – Friday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am – 10:00 am & 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm Before entering a sauna in Finland, it’s important to know a bit about Finnish sauna rules. There was only me and my friend there and she had no problem letting it all hang out. In any case I can understand that if you’re spending a few days in the city swimming a few laps without clothes in a warm environment can be soothing and rewarding, even an experience on its own, but if I have just one or two days to spend in Helsinki I wouldn’t go again. Dass es in Finnland aber beim Saunieren aber keineswegs derart „streng“ zugeht wie bei uns, hat der Besuch von TRAVELBOOK-Redakteurin Angelika Pickardt in dem nordischen Land gezeigt. 

 8. Swimming laps naked doesn’t sound like my idea of a good time! While saunas do exist in other cultures, Finland has put the concept on the map – and into the English language: the word sauna is old Finnish and means “earth” or “snow pit.”. In Finnland gibt es 3 Millionen Saunas und 5 Millionen Einwohner. I'm Federico Arrizabalaga Sandoval, born in Chicago, raised in Spain and have lived in Belgium and Australia as well. The SkySauna is scheduled to reopen in Spring 2020, Opening Hours
: I recently got to enjoy some natural hot springs in Ecuador that your story kind of reminds me of. This is probably a better place if you just want to experience a traditional Finnish sauna: https://spindriftglobal.com/2012/12/26/at-home-in-a-finnish-sauna/. Many apartment buildings have communal saunas, although more and more Finns are now installing a private one in their flats. Don’t be loud, discuss controversial topics, or bring anything inside to eat or drink. You sit on a towel while in the sauna. So, if you’re worried about your löyly skills, sit farther away (or by the door for a quick escape). containerEl: '#fd-form-5f4e085b782ca6002a476993' These tips will help you understand what Finnish sauna culture is like. Friday 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm If heat is not your thing (like it isn't for me) you might want to take the seat closest to the sauna's door. These birch-lined steam houses have been central to the national identity for two thousand years. But it also does have a bit of a reputation of being popular among the gay population, so the regular (straight, slightly older) clientele might be a bit warier (maybe especially when it comes to foreigners who may or may not understand the Finnish sauna culture). Die Sauna ist eine Lebensart. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Katajanokanlaituri 2 Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 11:00 am In Finland, public saunas and pools have different dressing rooms and saunas for men and women, and in the pool areas, you always wear swimming suits. Darüber hinaus scheuen Sie sich nicht uns anzusprechen, um Fragen zu Ihrem möglichen Projekt zu klären. It sounds strange, but is really good for your skin – you’ll feel the smoothness afterwards. Gerne beraten wir Sie persönlich: Unsere Kundenberater helfen Ihnen gerne bei Ihren Vorüberlegungen und Fragen! Opening Hours
: Original. https://www.maitravelsite.com/naked-in-helsinki-baring-it-all-in-a-public-sauna 5 surprising Finnish sauna traditions: 1. These are uncommon, however, as most saunas are either small private rooms or in the changing rooms of health clubs or gyms. In this part the people did not socialize at all with others and the silence seems to be a cemetery. While I haven’t made it to any nude saunas yet, I think I would enjoy trying it at least once. It’s customary to wear a bathing suit in mixed-sex saunas, however, in same-sex saunas it is not. While saunas are popular around the world – thanks, in part, to Finnish athletes – there’s nothing quite like the original. Don’t skip it. Kontakt B+S GmbH Industriestraße 15 48249 Dülmen. I looked online for a public mixed sauna in Helsinki that would offer the quintessential experience during my visit; I’m not much of a fan of saunas but nonetheless wanted to see what the big deal is here anyhow. 4. About Finland About Finland. It was not as interesting as I had thought it would be, or as entertaining as my improvised sauna session a few days before in Inari, where I did have some fun (and beers) with a few locals excited about speaking with a traveler who was North of the Arctic Circle at that time of the year. Once I found it I stepped into an old, dark wooden room- it did not even feel right. Saunas were usually constructed first, which meant Finnish families lived in the room while the remainder of the house was built. This means that while the same swimming hall or sauna is open to both genders, they will not be in the sauna at the same time. It’s Finnish custom that whoever sits near the water bucket, or kiulu, is in charge of throwing water on the hot rocks. Not for me! An honest review! This can be a beer, soda, juice...whatever! Staying in a sauna too long can be dangerous. There were pools and sauna and two different areas. It’s really true that regardless where you are from that the new or different captures your attention. For example, it was once called the “poor man’s” pharmacy, prompting the Finnish proverb “If liquor, tar, and sauna won’t help, an illness is fatal.”. I’ve hung out in a sauna with my good girlfriend but I can’t imagine strangers! After about ten minutes I went to the pool and swam a few laps, and made my way back to the sauna. Shedding clothes in a locker or sauna? Hey And then kids mean more disagreements anyhow…haha. If 80°C (175°F) is a bit too much, choose a seat on a lower bench. The kiuas was wood burning and used birch to heat the room for long periods of time. The reserved Southerner in me had a hard time with this the first time I was in Finland and Estonia! Thanks for stopping by! You’ll also want to take a cold shower after, to help “close” the pores and increase blood flow. Tuesday – Sunday 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm, SkyWheel Helsinki But I then saw a booth, and proceeded with the standard routine: pay 4 € (saved one because I had my own towel), walked to locker number 88, got rid of my clothes, placed the key-bracelet on my ankle and decided to go to the sauna first. It’s better to maintain it or gaze at the view outside than let your eyes wonder. 7. Single-sex saunas have segregated spaces or designated hours for women and men, and in this case, you do wear your birthday suit. I hear you, as you read I found it kind of boring too. If you’re very keen, Finns recommend starting training for this in the summer months so that when winter arrives your body is more acclimatised. If no one talks, then it probably isn’t a very chatty sauna space and it’s best to respect that. Es heißt, dass wichtige Entscheidungen in Finnland eher in der Sauna als in einem Sitzungsraum getroffen werden. This said, you don’t usually wear a swimsuit, because it has chemicals that react with the warmth of the sauna. 5. Although, I must admit that it being single sex would actually make me more uncomfortable I think. Am besten jedoch erlebt man Finnland mit allen Sinnen gleichzeitig, und zwar an dem Ort, der wie kein anderer für die finnische Seele steht – in der Sauna. Over the ages, the sauna has served a multitude of functions for the Finnish people. An interesting read! Don’t think I’ll be trying out the one in Helsinki, hehe! Thanks for dropping by! Saunas are usually heated to be around 80 Celcius degrees, around 175 Fahrenheit. I guess since I spend a lot of time in the ocean a pool is not that exciting…thanks for dropping by Jason! Lassen Sie sich von der Qualität unserer echten authentischen Finnland Saunas überzeugen und erfahren Sie, worauf es bei einer qualitativ hochwertigen Premium Sauna von B+S Finnland Sauna ankommt. Hey Tity, thanks for dropping by and sharing this info. Mixed-gender saunas do require bathing suits, unless they're private parties, where presumably everyone involved is happy to steam nude together. A ‘vasta’ or ‘vihta’ (the name depends on the region) is a bundle of fresh birch twigs that you gently whip yourself with. So thanks for trying it out and reporting back so that I know it’s ok to skip it if I’m ever in Helsinki , Yeah, it isn’t that exciting, really. As I made my way to the sauna I realized that unlike what I had expected, all swimmers were by themselves and not socializing, swimming back and forth in their lanes- butt naked. Buntes Licht, aromatische Düfte und entspannende Musik haben mit finnischer Sauna nichts zu tun. Opening Hours (public sauna)
: The general rule is to conduct oneself as one would in a church; that is, be on your best behaviour. If you feel uncomfortable, wear a towel. But it was further away from the hotel, and I didn’t feel like making my way there. The bigger the change in the temperature, the stronger the effect is too. Public wood heated saunas are quite rare in Helsinki, and it’s probably one of the best and maybe the only one in a swimming hall. Telefon: +49 (0) 2594 965-960 Telefax: +49 (0) 2594 965-90 E-Mail: vertrieb@finnland-sauna.de Anfahrt After all, the sauna is sacrosanct in Finland, and if you misbehave the sauna elf, or saunatonttu, will burn it down. Monday – Wednesday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm Es heißt, dass es in Finnland so viele Saunen gibt, dass alle 5,4 Millionen Finnen darin gleichzeitig Platz haben. 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