Sauna Experiences in Lapland

Discover sauna experiences in Northern Lapland, from traditional Finnish saunas and smoke saunas to riverside saunas, tent saunas, ice swimming and relaxing moments after a day outdoors. Sauna is an important part of Finnish culture and a natural way to slow down, warm up and enjoy the Arctic surroundings in every season.

Kaksi puukahvaista kauhaa lepää kahden kupariämpärin reunoilla, jotka on täytetty vedellä ja vihreillä lehdillä ja asetettu puupinnalle. Pehmeä valo luo heijastuksia veteen.

Saunas in the Lapland North region

A rustic old smoke sauna with a covered porch sits by a small pond, surrounded by green trees and shrubs under a cloudy sky.

Kuurakaltio smoke sauna

Legendary Kuurakaltio smoke sauna in Kiilopää is ranked among the top five saunas to experience in Finland. During public sauna sessions, the smoke sauna is open to both guests staying at Kiilopää and for other visitors. A natural swimming spot and smoke sauna along the Kiilopuro stream guarantee complete relaxation after a day of outdoor activities.

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Modern wooden sauna interior with a central heater.

Igloo Sauna and Traditional Sauna

In Saariselkä, you can find two different types of saunas at Northern Lights Village resort year-round. The Igloo Sauna combines warmth with views of the night sky. The traditional Finnish Sauna is an ideal option for the more adventurous travellers: take turns in relaxing in a sauna and taking a dip in ice-cold water.

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Perinteinen puulämmitteinen tynnyrisauna Ivalossa joen rannalla.

Barrel Sauna

The barrel sauna at Aurora Village Ivalo is a small, traditional wood-fired sauna located by the riverside. In winter, you can also enjoy ice swimming.

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Puinen sauna, jossa on lasiseinät ja -katto sekä keskellä sijaitseva metallinen kiuas, ja josta avautuu näkymä vihreään metsään osittain pilvisen taivaan alla auringonlaskun aikaan – moderni saunapaikka, joka on suunniteltu rentoutumiseen luonnon keskellä.

Panoramasauna & Jacuzzi

The modern glass-roofed panorama sauna at Aurora Village Ivalo adds a whole new dimension to the sauna experience. Relax in the warmth of the sauna while enjoying the surrounding Arctic nature, then unwind in the outdoor jacuzzi on the scenic terrace. On autumn and winter evenings, you may even admire the northern lights from the sauna or the warm outdoor jacuzzi.

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Juutua River Panorama Saunas

The panorama sauna at Wilderness Hotel Juutua in Inari offers an ideal setting for relaxation. Experience the tranquillity of a traditional Finnish sauna and unwind in the outdoor jacuzzis overlooking the Juutua River. The sauna building features two saunas, two outdoor jacuzzis and a meeting room. Larger groups can also reserve the entire facility for private use.

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Health benefits

Sauna bathing on a regular basis has several health benefits. It is proven to improve cardiovascular health, reduce stress, enhance sleep quality, support muscle recovery and strengthen the immune system.