Public sauna and sauna sessions by the sea
Guided winter swimming and sauna by the sea in Puotila
It is easy to come to Hyvän Tuulen Sauna to practice winter swimming and enjoy the sauna in Helsinki. You do not need your own group or a private booking — just book a spot for a public session and join in.
During the winter swimming season our staff guides you and helps you get started with the hobby. After your dip you can enjoy the hot löyly.
The session lasts two hours. We are easy to reach by car or by public transport. During the winter season we are at the Puotila pier!
On the boat you have access to two saunas, changing rooms, toilet facilities and a terrace. In the winter season we have a large ice hole.
Our public sauna session is for you if you want to get to the sauna easily in Helsinki without booking your own sauna space.
Book your spot
Book your spot for upcoming sauna sessions
Book your spot, arrive at Meripellontie and enjoy a public sauna session by the sea.
NOTE: Own food for grilling is not allowed on public sauna sessions – the grill is operated by our sauna masters.
Kids coming along? Children get student pricing <3! (under 15)
1. Choose a session · 2. Book your spot · 3. Arrive at Meripellontie on time
Book a public sauna session
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Want privacy? Book a sauna boat for your own use!
Aalto and Virta serve as private winter saunas in Puotila. Rent one sauna or both — the ice hole is included.
Why come to a Hyvän Tuulen Sauna public session?
Two authentic wood-fired saunas with sea views
During the public session you have access to two wood-fired saunas. The terrace opens to a sea view over the Eastern Helsinki archipelago.
Guided winter swimming
Our staff guides you with winter swimming. You can also buy gear for winter swimming from us!
Affordable and easy hobby without a group booking
You can come alone, as a couple or with a group of friends — just book your spot and arrive at Meripellontie. The most affordable way to experience Hyvän Tuulen Sauna.
Sessions
Ice hole and sauna sessions in Helsinki
Public sauna sessions are organized in winter from Monday to Thursday and on Saturdays and Sundays. You can see free spots and availability in the booking calendar.
A large ice hole right next to the sauna
In winter the sea dip becomes ice swimming. Our large ice hole is kept open throughout the winter and the steps with handrails make getting in and out safe.
Read more about ice swimming — visit the ice swimming page.
What to bring?
- ✓Weather-appropriate clothing
- ✓Towel
- ✓Swimwear
- ✓Water bottle
Included in the price
- ✓Two wood-fired saunas
- ✓A large ice hole
- ✓Changing rooms
- ✓Toilet facilities
- ✓Terrace
- ✓Guidance for winter swimming
Important information for sauna guests (arrival, gear and instructions)
Arrival
Arrive at Meripellontie 11C, 00970 Helsinki. You only need to be there a few minutes before the session starts. If you know you will be late for the sauna session, let us know in advance.
What to bring
Weather-appropriate clothing, towel, swimwear and a water bottle.
Public session or your own winter sauna?
Public sauna session
Want to get to the sauna easily without booking a group? A public sauna session is the right choice.
Private winter sauna
Want a whole sauna entirely for your own group? Explore the private winter saunas Aalto and Virta.
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Winter moments
