Feel the coolness of the Baltic Sea on your skin.

Person sitting on a tub.

Take a dip in the deep blue Baltic Sea and feel the calmness rush over you. Saaristo has many maintained beaches and swimming spots, spotted across the islands.

People sitting on the beach and walking in the water.

©© Photo by Jarina Leskinen

Most saunas in the area also have direct access to the sea – making it easy to combine a traditional sauna experience with a refreshing plunge.

In winter, ice swimming is a beloved tradition in Saaristo, offering a refreshing experience that is a must for every visitor.

Most saunas in the area also have direct access to the sea – making it easy to combine a traditional sauna experience with a refreshing plunge.

A man swimming in the frozen sea

Ice Swimming Spots in Saaristo

Järvelä

This charming sauna retreat on the shore of Lake Littoinen offers an all-round sauna- and ice-swimming experience year-round.

Address: Järveläntie 133, 20540 Turku

Järvelä

Harjattula

Harjattula, located on the island of Kakskerta near Turku, features spacious saunas with sea views and direct access to the water for winter swimming.

The facilities include a wood-heated sauna, a modern electric sauna, and a sheltered swimming area.

Address: Harjattulanrannantie 44

Harjattula website (in Finnish)

Villa Wolax

Villa Wolax, situated on the island of Kuusisto near Turku, offers a stunning seaside retreat with a variety of activities and amenities.

The venue features a traditional Finnish sauna, a private beach, and opportunities for kayaking or fishing.

Sauna Fridays 3.1.-4.4.2025

Villa Wolax

Läbbnas

Labbnäs, located in the peaceful village of Dragsfjärd, offers a pop-up lakeside sauna experience surrounded by serene nature in the heart of Saaristo.

Address: Labbnäsvägen 66, 25870 Dragsfjärd

Labbnäs

Ala-Lemu Manor

The Ala-Lemu manor, situated near Turku, features a cozy wood-heated sauna with a private pier for swimming. The peaceful setting is complete with a cafe, jacuzzi and panoramic views of the water.

Address: Lemuntie 242, 20760 Kaarina

info@alalemunkartano.fi
040-653 5149

Ala-Lemu website (in Finnish)