Poliisien kesäkodin sauna
Helsinki, Finland
About
Three wood-fired saunas on the sea at Länsiulapanniemi in Lauttasaari, run by the Helsinki police summer home association but open to anyone. Public two-hour sessions are booked and paid for online in advance, and the saunas can also be hired privately by a group that heats them itself. A dock by the shore is used for swimming and winter dipping.
Good to know
- Cold plunge available on site: use it between rounds for the classic contrast cycle.
- Set in nature, away from the city, so bring a car or plan the transfer in advance.
- Right on the sea: expect saltwater dips between rounds, cold even in summer.
- Set up outdoors: weather is part of the experience, so dress for the walk between cabin and water.
- Wood-fired heat: softer, heavier löyly than electric, and the smell of the stove is part of the room.
Hours
- Hours not listed
Public 2-hour shifts, prepaid booking only, one or two days a week: winter and spring Tue from 15:00 and Sun from 17:00; summer usually one shift a week, Mon or Tue, from 15:00. Exact times in the booking calendar.
Common questions
Do I need to book Poliisien kesäkodin sauna?
Yes. Sessions are booked in advance, usually as a timed slot. The whole sauna can also be hired privately.
How much does Poliisien kesäkodin sauna cost?
Sessions are typically under €25 a person.
Does Poliisien kesäkodin sauna have a cold plunge?
Yes. There is a cold plunge on site for contrast rounds.
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