Löyly Sauna Guide
Heat Up Your Helsinki Holiday: Experience Authentic Finnish Sauna at Löyly Guide
Escape the city bustle and immerse yourself in Finnish culture at Löyly, a stunning architectural marvel and public sauna located on the Hernesaari peninsula. Löyly offers a unique and authentic sauna experience, combining traditional Finnish practices with modern design and breathtaking views of the Baltic Sea. Whether you're a seasoned sauna enthusiast or a first-timer, Löyly promises a rejuvenating and unforgettable experience. Löyly, meaning "steam" in Finnish, opened its doors in 2016 and quickly became a popular destination for both locals and tourists. The building's striking wooden structure, designed by Avanto Architects, blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. The sauna complex features both traditional smoke saunas and wood-burning saunas, offering a variety of heat experiences. The design emphasizes sustainability and environmental consciousness, using responsibly sourced wood and energy-efficient technologies. At Löyly, you can experience the traditional Finnish sauna ritual, which involves alternating between the intense heat of the sauna and refreshing dips in the Baltic Sea (or a cold plunge pool). The complex also includes a restaurant serving delicious Finnish cuisine, allowing you to refuel after your sauna session. Try traditional Finnish dishes like salmon soup or reindeer stew. Remember to book your sauna time in advance, especially during peak season.
Transportation
You can reach Löyly by bus. Take bus line 14 from the city center to the 'Hernesaari' stop. From there, it's a short walk to Löyly. Alternatively, you can take tram line 9 to the 'Saukonpaasi' stop and walk for about 15 minutes.