Outdoor Saunas in Norway

Saunas set outdoors, often with a cool-down area in the open air.

etsauna lists 6 outdoor saunas in and around Norway, including Oslo (2), Lunde (1), Tromsø (1), Vang i Valdres (1) and Vassenden (1). Among the 5 that list a per-visit price, a session costs kr 150 to kr 260, with a median of kr 195. 5 have a cold plunge, 5 are on the water and 4 are wood-fired. etsauna shows open session times live for 3 of them, so you can check before you go.

6

outdoor saunas

kr 150–kr 260

per session

5

with cold plunge

3

with live availability

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Quick picks

Lowest prices

The cheapest per-visit sessions among Norway's outdoor saunas, by listed price.

Best for a cold plunge

Natural plunges (a lake, river or the sea) first, then cold plunge tubs.

On the water

Floating and waterfront saunas.

Wood-fired

Saunas heated by a wood stove.

Open late

Listings whose hours run to 10pm or later on at least some days. Check the hours shown.

Check open times live

etsauna pulls open session times from these saunas' booking systems.

Compare outdoor saunas in Norway

SaunaPriceCold plungeLive times
Eldmølla$1,000 for 240 minYes–
Jølstraholmen River Saunakr 150 for 60 min––
KOK Oslokr 240 for 90 minYesYes
Oslo Badstuforeningkr 260 for 90 minYesYes
Pust Sauna Tromsøkr 150 for 60 minYesYes
Skogens Romkr 195 for 90 minYes–

All 6 outdoor saunas in Norway

Eldmølla

Vang i Valdres

  • Wood-fired
  • Natural plunge
Eldmølla sauna building glowing at dusk above the Vang valleyWood-fired Harvia stove inside Eldmølla

Eldmølla is an outdoor, wood-fired sauna in Vang i Valdres. Sessions are $1,000 for 240 min. It has a natural cold plunge.

Wood-fired sauna suspended over the Drøsja waterfall at 922 metres on Lerholshøgden in Vang, Valdres. Rented privately for 4 hours for up to 5-6 people, booked by phone or email at least 2 days ahead. NOK 1,000 per group.

Price
$1,000 for 240 min
Address
Leirholshøgde 330, 2975 Vang i Valdres, Norway

Jølstraholmen River Sauna

Vassenden

  • Waterfront
  • Wood-fired
Jølstraholmen river sauna exterior by the water

Jølstraholmen River Sauna is a waterfront, wood-fired sauna in Vassenden. Sessions are kr 150 for 60 min.

River sauna open daily 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM, all year round. 150 NOK per person per hour. Available to both guests and non-guests. Swimming pool for cooling down. At Jølstraholmen Nature Hotel in Jølster, Norway.

Price
kr 150 for 60 min
Address
Jølstraholmen, 6847 Vassenden, Norway

KOK Oslo

Oslo

  • Floating
  • Wood-fired
  • Natural plunge
Friends enjoying the wood-fired floating sauna at KOK OsloKOK Oslo floating sauna on the fjord with the Oslo Opera House in the background

KOK Oslo is a floating, wood-fired sauna in Oslo. Sessions are kr 240 for 90 min. It has a natural cold plunge. Capacity is listed as 8 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.

Floating wood-fired saunas on the Oslo Fjord at two locations: Langkaia and Aker Brygge. Three experiences: FELLESKOK (shared sauna, 1.5 hrs, up to 8 people, 240 NOK/person), PRIVATKOK (private sauna, 2 hrs, up to 10 people), and KOKCRUISE (motorised sauna boat on the fjord). Cold plunge directly into the fjord. Bring swimwear and two towels.

Price
kr 240 for 90 min
Sessions
Co-ed
Clothing
Swimsuit required
Address
Langkaia, 0150 Oslo, Norway

Oslo Badstuforening

Oslo

  • Floating
  • Cold plunge
Oslo Badstuforening floating sauna at Sukkerbiten on the Oslofjord

Oslo Badstuforening is a floating sauna in Oslo. Sessions are kr 260 for 90 min. It has a cold plunge and showers. etsauna shows its open session times live.

Oslo's community-run sauna association at Sukkerbiten on the Oslofjord waterfront. Multiple saunas and experiences including shared sauna sessions, sauna boat fjord cruises, rituals, meditation, and queer sauna sessions. Member price 150 NOK, non-member 260 NOK. Sessions also at Kroloftet and Sagene Folkebad locations.

Price
kr 260 for 90 min
Sessions
Co-ed
Clothing
Swimsuit required for shared sessions; nude sessions also available
Address
Sukkerbiten, Langkaia, 0150 Oslo, Norway

Pust Sauna Tromsø

Tromsø

  • Floating
  • Natural plunge
Aerial view of Pust floating saunas in Tromsø harbour at duskInside the Lavvo sauna at Pust Tromsø with panoramic harbour views and warm lightingInside the Original sauna at Pust Tromsø with guests pouring water on the stones

Pust Sauna Tromsø is a floating, electric sauna in Tromsø. Sessions are kr 150 for 60 min. It has a natural cold plunge and showers. Capacity is listed as 12 people. etsauna shows its open session times live.

Floating sauna on Tromsø's inner harbor with Arctic Ocean cold plunge. Two saunas: Original (Quiet, 12 capacity) and Lavvo. Inspired by the Arctic Cathedral. Open 365 days a year. Regular from 150 NOK, student/youth from 113 NOK. Advance booking recommended.

Price
kr 150 for 60 min
Hours
Daily 6am-11pm (hotel guests 7-11am, public from 11am)
Sessions
Co-ed
Clothing
Swimsuit required
Address
Sjøgata 41, 9008 Tromsø, Norway

Skogens Rom

Lunde

  • Floating
  • Wood-fired
  • Natural plunge
Skogens Rom floating sauna on the Telemark Canal, aerial viewSkogens Rom sauna raft on the canal

Skogens Rom is a floating, wood-fired sauna in Lunde. Sessions are kr 195 for 90 min. It has a natural cold plunge. Walk-ins are accepted.

Architect-designed floating wood-fired sauna raft on the Telemark Canal at Lunde. Arrives pre-heated with a personal welcome; canal ice-bathing straight off the raft. Shared drop-in sessions plus private rentals for up to 10 people. Advance reservation required.

Price
kr 195 for 90 min
Address
Vrangfossvegen 534, 3825 Lunde, Norway

Frequently asked questions

How many outdoor saunas are there in Norway?

etsauna lists 6 outdoor saunas in and around Norway.

How much do outdoor saunas in Norway cost?

Listed per-visit prices run from kr 150 to kr 260, with a median of kr 195. The lowest are Jølstraholmen River Sauna (kr 150 for 60 min), Pust Sauna Tromsø (kr 150 for 60 min) and Skogens Rom (kr 195 for 90 min).

Which outdoor saunas in Norway have a cold plunge?

5 saunas have a cold plunge: Eldmølla, KOK Oslo, Oslo Badstuforening, Pust Sauna Tromsø and Skogens Rom. At Eldmølla, KOK Oslo, Pust Sauna Tromsø and Skogens Rom you cool off in natural water.

Are any outdoor saunas in Norway wood-fired?

Yes: Eldmølla, Jølstraholmen River Sauna, KOK Oslo and Skogens Rom use a wood stove.

Are any outdoor saunas in Norway on the water?

Yes: Jølstraholmen River Sauna, KOK Oslo, Oslo Badstuforening, Pust Sauna Tromsø and Skogens Rom. 4 of them float on the water.

Can I check availability for outdoor saunas in Norway online?

etsauna shows live open session times for KOK Oslo, Oslo Badstuforening and Pust Sauna Tromsø. Open a listing to see today's times.

Which outdoor saunas in Norway are open late?

By their listed hours, Pust Sauna Tromsø stays open until 10pm or later on at least some days.

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