The hottest public saunas in Tampere

Whether you are an active sauna-goer or a newbie interested in experiencing authentic Finnish sauna culture, Tampere – the Sauna Capital of the World – is the place to be! Tampere has the largest number of public saunas in Finland.

Rajaportti sauna – The oldest still operating public sauna in Finland and our historic gem. The sauna is located in the old workers area in Pispala and its roots date back to 1906.

Rajaportti sauna. Photo: Laura Vanzo / Visit Tampere

Rauhaniemi Folk Spa – Legendary sauna on the shore of Lake Näsijärvi right next to the city center. You can go swimming from the sauna both in summer and in winter. Please note that the sauna will close on 22.3. and will be closed for about a year due to renovations.

Kaupinoja sauna – Kaupinoja offers traditional sauna experience on the shore of Lake Näsijärvi. The upper benches of the sauna provide plenty of heat even for the most dedicated sauna enthusiasts. Kaupinoja also has a wood-heated Sauna Temple, built in a traditional yurt.

Kaukajärvi sauna – Take a dip in some of the cleanest waters in Pirkanmaa while enjoying the sauna in a nice company. The sauna also hosts quiet hours regularly.

Suomensaari sauna – In this sauna located in Lielahti, you can enjoy feisty sauna heat and exceptionally friendly service.

Tohloppi barrel sauna – The barrel sauna offers an atmospheric sauna experience at an affordable price. Relaxing sauna yoga is also organized in the sauna weekly.

Suolijärvi sauna – In Hervanta you can get an unique experience in delightful, portable “sauna cottages” by the lake.

Rauhaniemi sauna. Photo: Laura Vanzo / Visit Tampere

Sauna-Restaurant Kuuma – At Kuuma, located in the heart of the city center, you can take a dip in Lake Pyhäjärvi year-round from the sauna’s dipping pier. In addition to the sauna, you can also enjoy good Nordic food.

Flou sauna – A floating experience center that offers a modern sauna experience along with delicious food and drinks under one roof. During the summer season, the sauna is located in Ratina and during the winter season on the shore of Pyynikki.

Niemi-Kapee sauna – The smoke sauna located in Terälahti is heated for public sessions a few times a month. Traditional smoke sauna offers gentle and lingering sauna heat that is beyond comparison.

Viikinsaari sauna – Sauna in the most beautiful summer oasis of Tampere. Public sauna sessions are held during the summer season according to the ship schedule. More detailed information can be found here.

In Tampere, every day is a sauna day. We warmly welcome you!