Sompasauna
Community-run, wood-heated public sauna in Helsinki, open 24/7/365 and always free to use.

šŸ“œ Helsinki's most public, volunteer-run, wood-heated sauna.
šŸ” Open 24/7/365, free for everyone, with three mixed-gender saunas and sea access for swimming.

Why Go

šŸ§–ā€ā™€ļø Authentic Finnish sauna experience and culture
🌊 Invigorating Baltic Sea dips and ice swimming in winter
šŸ†“ Always free and open to all
šŸ§–ā€ā™€ļø Mixed-gender, clothing-optional environment
šŸ¤ Strong community spirit, built and maintained by volunteers

Why Avoid

🚿 No showers or dedicated changing rooms
🚫 No staff, lifeguards, or BBQ/grilling facilities on-site; use at own risk
šŸŽ¶ No loud music, parties, or campfires permitted

Tips

šŸ”’ Bring your own lock for lockers to secure valuables
šŸ’§ Stay hydrated; bring your own water bottle and towel
🚌 Easily accessible by metro (Kalasatama) or bus #16 šŸ¤ Contribute by keeping area clean, sawing wood, or fetching water

Cost

šŸ’° Free to use, sustained by donations, membership fees, and volunteer contributions.

Hours

šŸ•’ Open 24/7/365, year-round.

Toilets

🚽 Dry toilet available.

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