Ice swimming in Helsinki
Ice hole and sauna by the sea
Ice swimming at Hyvän Tuulen Sauna is the most authentic way to experience a Finnish winter. The sauna warms you up, the ice hole wakes you up — and the sea air of Aurinkolahti does the rest.
You can join a public sauna session or book the whole sauna spot for your own group. Ice swimming is included in the public sessions whenever there is ice — and when there is not, the sea is open for a swim anyway.
First-timer? Do not worry — most of our guests try ice swimming for the first time with us.
Why come ice swimming with us?
Genuine ice hole
A real hole in the sea ice — no pool, no shortcuts. The Baltic right there.
Wood-fired sauna
A hot Harvia heater keeps you warm before and after the dip.
Sea view terrace
Cool off on the terrace with open views over the winter archipelago.
All year round
Ice swimming in winter, sea swimming in summer — the sauna never closes.
Private bookings
Book the sauna spot for your own group — birthdays, team days or just friends.
How a winter session works
- 1Book a public sauna session online or ask about a private booking.
- 2Arrive at Kalkkihiekantori, 00980 Helsinki — the boat takes you to the sauna spot.
- 3Heat up in the wood-fired sauna.
- 4Take a dip in the ice hole at your own pace — as many times as you like.
- 5Cool off on the terrace and enjoy the winter archipelago.
Winter moments
