Discover the essence of Finnish well-being through a multisensory, culturally immersive sauna experience. This workshop is designed for those seeking an authentic connection to nature and the simplicity of traditional sauna culture.

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Spend the day exploring the roots of the Finnish sauna tradition. Through guided sessions, herbal elements, and traditional sound practices, you will deepen your understanding of what sauna can truly offer.

Learning about smoke sauna culture and experiencing the löyly of an authentic smoke sauna will connect you with the original spirit of the Finnish sauna tradition.

Included:

• Lunch
• Introduction to guiding a sauna ritual
• Overview of Finnish sauna cultural heritage
• ABC of safe sauna practices
• Experience of a traditional Saunotus ritual
• Access to the Sipoonjoki Heritage smoke sauna and pools at the end of the workshop
• Transport from Kerava train station

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Finnish Sauna Design & Construction Workshop in Helsinki, June 13th

Saunologia organizes a half-day workshop on Finnish sauna design and construction in association with World Sauna Forum 2026. This workshop is held in Helsinki, unlike the main event.

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Workshop description: Finnish Sauna Essentials training

Learn the principles of Finnish sauna design and construction.

Identify the essential components of sauna technology and their functional roles. Learn to plan safe, functional, and enjoyable sauna environments for clients. Learn to communicate with customers and contractors using correct terminology and professional standards.

The workshop instructor, PhD, sauna designer and top-selling sauna author, Lassi Liikkanen (he/him) will run the approximately three-hour design workshop which is followed by an optional sauna experience.

Pricing
250€ per person (incl. 25.5 VAT). Must be purchased online in advance.

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Experience Finnish nature and traditions together with locals. During the day you will enjoy a traditional smoke sauna, the peace of the forest, local food, and small experiences that tell the story of the Finnish way of life.

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Upon arrival, the host couple will warmly welcome you and introduce the Kinkamo area and the history of the smoke sauna. You will receive a short introduction to Finnish sauna culture and the program of the day. Our company holds a Green Key certificate, which we consider in all our services and operations.

Heating the Smoke Sauna with the Host

If you wish, you can participate in the traditional process of heating the smoke sauna together with the host. You will learn how a smoke sauna is prepared and heated slowly for several hours. The smoke sauna is a Finnish sauna tradition that dates back thousands of years and was the dominant type of sauna until the late 1800s. You will also hear stories about how it was used in the past and how this tradition has continued to the present day.

Visit to the Reindeer and Walk along the Elf Trail to the Kota

A short excursion to the nearby area to meet the reindeer. You will hear about their life, care, and their role in Finnish culture.

Afterwards, enjoy a peaceful walk along the Elf Trail through the forest. Along the path you will see different elf figures – but beneath the ground lies their own hidden world that we humans cannot see. The trail leads to a traditional kota (Lapland-style hut), where you can rest and enjoy the quiet of nature.

Bathing in the Smoke Sauna

The gentle heat of the smoke sauna embraces bathers in the softly darkened sauna room. Between sauna sessions you can refresh yourself in the clear waters of Lake Poskijärvi, and in winter – depending on weather conditions – you may try ice swimming.

During the sauna experience, stories will be shared about building the smoke sauna and the stages of its construction, including the famous “bear claw” marks in the log walls. The soft steam is created by pouring pure water onto one spot of the stove, allowing the sauna heater to breathe out smooth and gentle heat.

Campfire Meal at the Kota

At the kota we will prepare traditional delicacies together over an open fire with the hostess and helpers. The menu includes flame-grilled salmon, wild salad made from local herbs, potatoes, and nettle bread rolls, with ingredients gathered from the surrounding yard.

For dessert we bake stick buns over the fire, and coffee prepared in a soot-blackened pot served in a traditional kuksa wooden cup completes the meal.

Highlights

• Live Like a Local – an authentic local experience
• Green Key certified company
• Traditional smoke sauna by the lake
• Opportunity to help heat the smoke sauna with the host
• Finnish sauna culture the Kinkamo way
• Swimming in Lake Poskijärvi and ice swimming in winter (weather permitting)
• Visit to the reindeer and walk along the Elf Trail to the kota
• Flame-grilled salmon and local campfire delicacies

Suitability
The Live Like a Local – Sauna Day is designed for small groups of 10–18 people.The event takes place in the Kinkamo cottage area, where the terrain includes forest paths and varying elevations. The reindeer visit and Elf Trail walk are located nearby and are approximately 1 km long.

Please wear clothing suitable for forest terrain.

Languages
Finnish and English

Accessibility / Location
The event takes place at Kinkamon Pirtti, Kinkamontie 80, 42700 Keuruu, Finland.

Timetable

8.00 AM
Bus Jyväskylä Hotel Alba via Travel Centre – Kinkamon Pirtti (60 min)

15 PM
Bus Kinkamon Pirtti – Jyväskylä Travel Centre and Hotel Alba (60 min)

Price
203 € / person Minimum group size: 10 persons Maximum group size: 18 persons

Included

• Participation in heating the smoke sauna and learning about its history
• Bathing in the smoke sauna
• Towels, seat covers, sauna hats, and washing products
• Please bring your own swimsuit
• Visit to the reindeer and nature experience at the kota
• Campfire meal at the kota (guests may participate in cooking)
• Transportation by bus from Jyväskylä

Booking
Available for booking through our website at least 3 days in advance.The event will take place if there are at least 10 participants.

Cancellation Policy
The Live Like a Local – Sauna Day must be cancelled at least 7 days before the event.

Kinkamon Pirtti: Mervi and Hannu Lahtinen, Kinkamontie 80, 42700 Keuruu, Finland

Website: www.kinkamonpirtti.fi
Phone: +358 40 595 8260

Finnish Sauna Day is celebrated annually on the second Saturday in June, dedicated to celebrating Finland’s 3+ million saunas, sauna culture, and the tradition of ‘löyly’ (steam).

Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Café: Open throughout the evening

Entrance: €20/person
Guided Tour: €10/person at 4:00 PM

All 19 saunas will be heated to honor Finland’s sauna heritage.

More information can be found here.

SaunaBus – Shuttle service between Jyväskylä and Sauna Village
The SaunaBus transports from Jyväskylä and Jämsä to the Jämsä Sauna Village – on Finnish sauna culture day, June 13, 2026. 

More information about shuttle bus service can be found here.

In Saunakylä, you can enjoy the warmth of 19 smoke saunas on the shore of Lake Päijänne. Between the saunas, you can take a dip in the water and enjoy the services of the café. About 2-3 hours have been reserved for the visit, depending on your starting point (Jyväskylä / Jämsä).

On the day of transportation, in addition to the traditional open sauna event, guidance is organized in the area, and there are also free traditional sauna hosts demonstrating their skills. The transportation prices do not include the services of the area, but they are purchased separately on site.