Participating in World Sauna Forum feels like spending time with your friends while talking about sauna ideas and business. The event is casual, relaxed, and spiced up with high-quality sauna bathing. The participants receive new ideas and meet business partners to help to develop their businesses, and at the same time have fun and enjoy the benefits of the Finnish sauna.
We have selected a number of different locations for you to experience the Finnish Sauna before and after the main event.
Sunday, June 1st 2025 | 5.00 PM – 9.00 PM
Join us at the scenic Furuvik! The world-famous Furuvik Seaside Sauna, Courtyard Sauna, Sauna Van, Telephone Booth Sauna, and other unique saunas are warming up! There are hot and cold tubs, as well as a fantastic opportunity to hop from the dock into the Baltic Sea! Furuvik’s founder and sauna influencer Tea Lindberg will be there with her amazing sauna team from saunat.fi, visit sauna.com and World Sauna Day. You can enjoy the sauna with her and her team, and learn more about Finnish sauna culture and sauna business.
Evening Programme Includes:
Price: 99€ / person (incl. VAT)
Tickets are non-refundable, but you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else.
Tickets only for World Sauna Forum participants.
During your visit to Jyväskylä, you are welcome to visit the Aalto2 Museum Centre on your own or book a guided tour of exhibition; Alvar Aalto work and life. Aalto2 is a unique meeting place of architecture, design and cultural heritage in Jyväskylä, in the heart of Central Finland, and it fulfils Alvar Aalto´s wish to create a forum to bring together a variety of art forms. It combines two buildings designed by Alvar Aalto: the Museum of Central Finland and the Alvar Aalto Museum.
We warmly invite you to visit us, enjoy the cozy atmosphere at Aalto2 Café, explore design treasures at Aalto2 Shop, and experience the impressive exhibitions.
AALTO – Work and Life
The guided tour of the exhibition enhances the exhibition experience by going deeper into Alvar Aalto’s personal history and his work as an architect and designer. The guided tour also discusses Aalto’s wives, the architects Aino Aalto and Elissa Aalto, who were also his colleagues, and the importance of the architects and collaborators at his office. The main perspective is Aalto’s idea of the power of architecture and good design in solving the problems of human life and society. In addition to Aalto’s fascinating life story, the guided tour presents architectural drawings, photographs, scale models, and design objects from the Alvar Aalto Foundation’s collection.
You can visit the museum on your own, at a time that suits you.
By presenting your event pass, we offer all event guests admission to the Aalto2 Museum centre at a reduced price of €15.
Opening hours Tue-Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Visit Aalto2 museum’s website
Monday, June 2nd 2025 | 9.00 AM – 3.00 PM
Schedule:
9:00 am
Bus transportation (with the sign “Cariitti”) from Lapland Hotel Bulevardi ( Bulevardi 28, 00120 Helsinki )
~9:10 am
Pit stop at the museum Kiasma
Mannerheiminaukio 2, Helsinki
9:40 am
Arrival at Cariitti showroom
Niittyrinne 2B, Espoo
9:40- ~ 11:30 am
Showroom tour: Sauna lighting, sauna interiors and sauna cabins all made by Cariitti in Finland. The tour also features sauna heaters from Tulikivi.
Refreshments available
~11:30 am
Bus transportation from Cariitti to Löyly
Hernesaarenranta 4, 00150 Helsinki
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Pre-Tour 2.6.2025
Welcome to visit Löyly – the most famous sauna in the world!
Löyly was the first new-style sauna complex to open in Helsinki. Known for its striking architecture and seamless blend of relaxation and socializing, Löyly redefined the modern sauna experience and became an instant success. Designed by Avanto architects and fashioned from more than 4,000 planks of precisely cut heat-treated pine, not only has Löyly been named one of the World’s 100 Greatest Places by Time Magazine, but it has also won countless awards and accolades for its architecturally striking design.
Agenda
12:00 pm
Welcome remarks by Ville Hara, architect of Löyly, and Juha Kvist, CEO of AITO Sauna.
12:15 pm
Lunch; Jasper’s Salmon Soup
1:00 pm
Let’s relax in the saunas at Löyly and experience new AITO Sauna on the Löyly deck, offering a stunning panoramic sea view. There is also a possibility to test ICY cold pool.
Price 40€, payment in Löyly
The event is organized by AITO Sauna and Löyly
Tuesday, June 3rd 2025 | 2.30 PM – 21 PM
Experience 13 traditional smoke saunas in a one day!
Experience real Finnish smoke sauna! We heat 13 old, historical smoke saunas from different parts of Finland. Make a journey to the sauna history. We will promise, that you will became a smoke sauna enthusiast or even a semi-professional after spending a day in Saunakylä. Try out all our smoke saunas to find you favorite kind. We have a dirt pit sauna, huge malt sauna from 18th century, tiny smoke sauna Kerttula and whisking sauna. Mixed gender in saunas, so we use swimsuits. Possibility to swim in lake Päijänne and shower under the sky in traditional Finnish way.
The day also includes history tour of the Saunakylä collection and Finnish sauna history and culture by ms. Saija Silen ( 30 minutes) as well as guide how to bath in a traditional smoke sauna. Finnish sauna culture has been inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Heritage List 2020.
Bring your own swimsuit, flip flops / crocs etc. for sauna. Soaps and shampoo are provided by Saunakylä.
All saunas have fresh water to drink. We have a coffee shop open for buying snacks and sweet treats, sauna sausages to barbeque and soft drinks and coffee /tea. You can also bring your own food and drinks and have a picnic.
Price: 55,00 euros per person + vat 25,5%
Smoke saunas are open from 2.30 pm. to 9 pm.
Includes bathing, light dinner, bus transportation from Jyväskylä – Sauna Village – Jyväskylä
Journey – From Jyvaskyla to Sauna Village in Jamsa and back to Jyvaskyla
Starting From Jyvaskyla – Hotel Alexandra & then Hotel Alba
Starting time – 14:30
Return time – 20:00
Tuesday, June 3rd 2025 | 9.30 AM – 11.30 AM
The Experimental House is a studio and summer apartment designed by Alvar and Elissa Aalto for themselves, located on the west shore of Muuratsalo island, about 30 minutes by car from the Aalto2 museum centre. The Experimental House is in a beautiful location on the cliff of Päijänne, but still sheltered by the forest. Here, Aalto had the freedom to experiment with different materials, shapes, techniques and proportions. As a model, the villa has an ancient atrium house. Read more about the building’s stunning architecture on the website of the Alvar Aalto -foundation.
Guided tour on Tuesday 3.6.2025 at 9.30-11.30 am. (Side-event program is organized if there are at least 10 participants per group. Maximum 15 people. )
Price 75 € /person
Includes transportation from Aalto2 museum centre to Experimental House in Muuratsalo (30 minutes) and back.
The guided part of the visit lasts about 45 minutes, and after that you can tour the area on your own. Please note that the Muuratsalo Experimental House is partly accessed via a difficult forest path, so the destination is not barrier-free.
Sauna Tour for Media/ Press only – Experience the Sauna Region of the World!
Tuesday, June 3rd 2025 | From 11 AM
Join Visit Jyväskylä for an exclusive Sauna Tour designed for media professionals! Discover the heart of Finnish sauna culture in the Sauna Region of the World, experience unique lakeside saunas, and enjoy the authentic Finnish way of relaxing. Read the whole programme here.
Date: June 3rd, 2025
Location: Jyväskylä Region, Finland
Spaces are limited– Sign up here to secure your spot!
If you have any questions about the World Sauna Forum event feel free to contact: Tomoko Lahdenoja: tomoko@saunafromfinland.fi
We are happy to help with interview requests for our speakers or any other quoestions!
During your visit to Jyväskylä, you are welcome to visit the Aalto2 Museum Centre on your own or book a guided tour of exhibition; Alvar Aalto work and life. Aalto2 is a unique meeting place of architecture, design and cultural heritage in Jyväskylä, in the heart of Central Finland, and it fulfils Alvar Aalto´s wish to create a forum to bring together a variety of art forms. It combines two buildings designed by Alvar Aalto: the Museum of Central Finland and the Alvar Aalto Museum.
We warmly invite you to visit us, enjoy the cozy atmosphere at Aalto2 Café, explore design treasures at Aalto2 Shop, and experience the impressive exhibitions.
AALTO – Work and Life
The guided tour of the exhibition enhances the exhibition experience by going deeper into Alvar Aalto’s personal history and his work as an architect and designer. The guided tour also discusses Aalto’s wives, the architects Aino Aalto and Elissa Aalto, who were also his colleagues, and the importance of the architects and collaborators at his office. The main perspective is Aalto’s idea of the power of architecture and good design in solving the problems of human life and society. In addition to Aalto’s fascinating life story, the guided tour presents architectural drawings, photographs, scale models, and design objects from the Alvar Aalto Foundation’s collection.
You can visit the museum on your own, at a time that suits you.
By presenting your event pass, we offer all event guests admission to the Aalto2 Museum centre at a reduced price of €15.
Opening hours Tue-Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Visit Aalto2 museum’s website
Friday, June 6th 2025 | 9 AM – 3 PM
Welcome to a summer day trip to Serlachius and the awarded Serlachius Art Sauna!
Serlachius Art Sauna was opened in summer 2022 and is a must-see to all sauna, art, and architecture lovers.
Private Serlachius Art Sauna Experience includes
Please note that towels, sauna bench covers, and shower products are waiting for you, just remember to bring your swimsuit.
Refreshments are for sale on site (card payments only). Fresh water is served for free.
After the sauna bathing, you will be pampered with a delicious three course menu at Restaurant Gösta in the heart of the museum. The menu is prepared from seasonal, local ingredients by our awarded top chef Henry Tikkanen and his talented team.
TIMETABLE
PRICE: 120 €/person, under 18-year-olds 95 €/person
INCLUDED: Return bus ticket Jyväskylä–Serlachius, Mänttä–Jyväskylä, a private Serlachius Art Sauna experience, 3-course menu, entrance to Serlachius exhibitions
GROUP SIZE: The maximun group size is 24 people. The trip will take place when there are at least 10 participants.
CANCELLATION POLICY: In case there are not enough participants and the visit cannot be implemented, the payments will be refunded. Otherwise, the tickets are non-refundable.
PLEASE NOTE: The day trip will take place if there are at least 10 participants. The trip is confirmed to all participants on Wed 4 June by 12 o’clock.
Any questions? We’re happy to help!
Serlachius International Sales Service
sales@serlachius.fi
tel. +358 3 488 6801 (weekdays 9 am–3 pm)
Tupaswilla Excursion on Friday June 6th 2025
Welcome to Tupaswilla courtyard in Laukaa, 30 minutes drive from Jyväskylä city. We offer a memorable day for you within our area of expertise: Finnish cultural traditions and the Finnish smoke sauna experience with natural peat treatment. Beautiful surroundings and charming log houses create a relaxing atmosphere –welcome!
Programme included in the ticket:
The World’s Largest Smokesauna
Our smoke sauna takes 150 persons in. This is a unique building made of old logs and recycled materials. There are separate changing rooms and showers for men and women; the sauna room is common with swimsuits on. There’s a cosy fireplace on the porch. Swimming in the forest pond with cold springs is refreshing throughout the year.
The Tupaswilla smoke sauna was chosen as the best smoke sauna in Finland 2016 by the International Smoke Sauna Club. The quality of the humid heat is special due to the huge oven. It weighs about 5000 kilos and takes 5-6 hours to heat using birch and alder wood.
Natural Peat Treatment in the Warm Sauna
Natural peat treatment is a health promoting experience. The ancient peat, dug from a deep swamp, is 100% natural ingredient. It contains various nutrients and minerals. Peat used as a mask on your skin helps to clean and soften the skin as well as to clean metabolic waste from the body. Remember hydration: drink 1-2 litres of water before peat sauna treatment.
Craft Demonstrations
Have a guided walking tour through the Tupaswilla courtyard and see the artisans at their work.
There are souvenir products for sale, including smith work, dyed yarn, and cosmetic peat care products by Lehtopeat-shop.
During your visit to Jyväskylä, you are welcome to visit the Aalto2 Museum Centre on your own or book a guided tour of exhibition; Alvar Aalto work and life. Aalto2 is a unique meeting place of architecture, design and cultural heritage in Jyväskylä, in the heart of Central Finland, and it fulfils Alvar Aalto´s wish to create a forum to bring together a variety of art forms. It combines two buildings designed by Alvar Aalto: the Museum of Central Finland and the Alvar Aalto Museum.
We warmly invite you to visit us, enjoy the cozy atmosphere at Aalto2 Café, explore design treasures at Aalto2 Shop, and experience the impressive exhibitions.
AALTO – Work and Life
The guided tour of the exhibition enhances the exhibition experience by going deeper into Alvar Aalto’s personal history and his work as an architect and designer. The guided tour also discusses Aalto’s wives, the architects Aino Aalto and Elissa Aalto, who were also his colleagues, and the importance of the architects and collaborators at his office. The main perspective is Aalto’s idea of the power of architecture and good design in solving the problems of human life and society. In addition to Aalto’s fascinating life story, the guided tour presents architectural drawings, photographs, scale models, and design objects from the Alvar Aalto Foundation’s collection.
You can visit the museum on your own, at a time that suits you.
By presenting your event pass, we offer all event guests admission to the Aalto2 Museum centre at a reduced price of €15.
Opening hours Tue-Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Visit Aalto2 museum’s website
Welcome to Savutuvan Apaja – World Sauna Forum Closing Celebration!
Friday 6th of June 2025 from 4.30 PM at Savutuvan Apaja.
Embrace an experience that combines the essence of Finnish sauna traditions, exquisite cuisine, and a truly unique atmosphere in the scenic embrace of Lake Päijänne. The charming saunas of Savutuvan Apaja invite you to unwind in the heart of Finland’s lake nature. The warmth, aromas, and serene surroundings provide the perfect moment to escape the everyday. Our saunas’ authenticity is highlighted by the Authentic Finnish Sauna Experience Nature certificate awarded by the Sauna From Finland association.
At Savutuvan Apaja, tradition and the tranquility of nature meet the luxury of modern sauna culture. Refresh yourself after the sauna with a dip in the cool waters of Lake Päijänne or relax in the bubbling comfort of outdoor jacuzzis.
The evening is crowned with Menu Suvi, a culinary journey prepared outdoors by the lake. Featuring locally sourced ingredients, it showcases the finest seasonal flavors. This night offers a perfect harmony of enjoyment for all your senses.
You are warmly welcome to an unforgettable closing celebration where the Finnish sauna experience and delicious cuisine come together in a festive delight!
Evening programme includes
Dinner – Menu Suvi
Menu Suvi features locally sourced delicacies, where grilled salmon from Rossin Kala pairs perfectly with summer’s pan-seared vegetables, potatoes, and refreshing sour cream. Seasonal salads, such as Green Goddess cabbage salad and marinated mozzarella with toasted nuts, complete the experience. For dessert, white chocolate mousse and rhubarb provide a delightful finish inspired by the flavors of the season. The menu is prepared before our guests’ eyes, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Its purpose is to encourage enjoyment of togetherness and the outdoors in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere.
Saturday, June 7th 2025 | from 2 PM to 8 PM
Kinkamo Sauna and Bathing Day | Sauna Region Week, June 6–15, 2025
Join us at Kinkamo Cabin during Sauna Region Week for an unforgettable sauna experience surrounded by beautiful nature!
During this special day, you’ll experience four different authentic wood-fired saunas, each offering relaxing steam sessions. Immerse yourself in the genuine tradition of sauna culture, relax deeply, and savor the variety each sauna brings. You can also grill your own snacks in our cozy grilling hut between sauna sessions.
Enhance your experience further by joining Hannu in heating up the traditional smoke sauna. If interested, arrive at Kinkamo at 10 AM on the sauna day to participate.
Don’t forget our family-friendly hiking trails, perfect for enjoying a walk before soothing yourself in the warmth of our saunas.
Your sauna ticket grants you access to all Kinkamo saunas, located around the stunning Poskijärvi area:
Additionally, traditional sauna treatments provided by an experienced sauna therapist are available during the event. Reserve your session at info@aistienkeho.fi (limited availability).
Location: Kinkamo Cabin, Kinkamontie 80, 42700 Keuruu
Date: June 7, 2025, from 2 PM to 8 PM (sauna use freely available)
Price: €60 per person, children aged 4–12 €30 per person
Bring along: Swimsuit, towel, sauna slippers, and snacks to enjoy in the grilling hut.
Come experience the magic of sauna and enjoy the best steam sessions of the summer!
Reserve your sauna spot on our website!
Saturday, June 7th 2025 | from 1 PM to 3 PM
Hakwhill tour including introduction of our saunas and sustainable way of operations including guided walk around Hawkhill forest trail.
Hawkhill tour is included in accomodation rate.
Reservation Offer for World sauna forum 2025 Participants
Escape to the tranquility of nature after and experience true Finnish lakeside sauna experience surrounded by most beautifull Finnish nature.
Hakwhill Resort offers cozy, fully equiped cottages by the lake, just a 45 minutes drive from the Helsinki or Helsinki airport.
Special Discount for Event Guests:
Enjoy 10% off standard cottage prices with code Worldsauna25.
Offer valid for stays between June 1st and June 10th, 2025.
All cottages include private sauna, direct access to the lake, rowing boat, fireplace outdoors and indoors, fully equipped kitchen we are surrounded by beautiful silent forest with safe marked trails.
How to Book:
Reserve directly on our website
www.hawkhill.fi/en using the code WORLDSAUNA25
Haukkamäentie 97
Tervalampi Vihti
+358456251191
info@hakwhill.fi
During your visit to Jyväskylä, you are welcome to visit the Aalto2 Museum Centre on your own or book a guided tour of exhibition; Alvar Aalto work and life. Aalto2 is a unique meeting place of architecture, design and cultural heritage in Jyväskylä, in the heart of Central Finland, and it fulfils Alvar Aalto´s wish to create a forum to bring together a variety of art forms. It combines two buildings designed by Alvar Aalto: the Museum of Central Finland and the Alvar Aalto Museum.
We warmly invite you to visit us, enjoy the cozy atmosphere at Aalto2 Café, explore design treasures at Aalto2 Shop, and experience the impressive exhibitions.
AALTO – Work and Life
The guided tour of the exhibition enhances the exhibition experience by going deeper into Alvar Aalto’s personal history and his work as an architect and designer. The guided tour also discusses Aalto’s wives, the architects Aino Aalto and Elissa Aalto, who were also his colleagues, and the importance of the architects and collaborators at his office. The main perspective is Aalto’s idea of the power of architecture and good design in solving the problems of human life and society. In addition to Aalto’s fascinating life story, the guided tour presents architectural drawings, photographs, scale models, and design objects from the Alvar Aalto Foundation’s collection.
You can visit the museum on your own, at a time that suits you.
By presenting your event pass, we offer all event guests admission to the Aalto2 Museum centre at a reduced price of €15.
Opening hours Tue-Sun 10 AM – 6 PM
Visit Aalto2 museum’s website
