Bastu NÄMDÖ
Nämdö, Sweden
About
Skärgårdsstiftelsen runs this wood-fired sauna on Nämdö and keeps it open to the public. The island lies in Värmdö's outer archipelago, reached year round by Waxholmsbolaget boat from Stavsnäs. Turns are not booked: it is first come, first served, and staff keep the woodpile stocked.
Good to know
- Wood-fired heat: softer, heavier löyly than electric, and the smell of the stove is part of the room.
- Right on the sea: expect saltwater dips between rounds, cold even in summer.
- Set in nature, away from the city, so bring a car or plan the transfer in advance.
Hours
- Hours not listed
Season: the foundation's saunas open on Valborgsmässoafton, 30 April 2026. No daily opening hours are published; turns are first come, first served and last one hour. Wood-fired saunas close during a fire ban (eldningsförbud).
Common questions
Do I need to book Bastu NÄMDÖ?
No. You can turn up during opening hours without booking.
How much does Bastu NÄMDÖ cost?
Sessions are typically under kr25 a person.
Does Bastu NÄMDÖ have a cold plunge?
Cold dips happen in open water beside the sauna.
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