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Oslo Badstuforening

Oslo

A member-run bathhouse on Sukkerbiten in Oslo offering communal and private saunas, a boat sauna, and fjord-side cold dips, open daily 7am–11pm.

Modern waterfront bathing facility with wooden dock and changing rooms by harbor
  • Floating wooden sauna structure on water with copper-colored metal roof
  • Oslo Badstuforening photo 3
Photo: Sørenga Badstuflåte Oslo Fjord Sauna via Google

At a glance

Price
$
Hotel guests only
No
Adults only
No
Couples treatments
No
Walk-ins
No
Visit website22 29 07 00
Access
Day passMembership availableWalk-ins welcome
Amenities
Cold plungeSauna
Good for
Adults onlyFamily friendly
Price
Affordable

Oslo Badstuforening runs a no-frills bathhouse on the small peninsula of Sukkerbiten in Gamle Oslo, right on the water. The setup is simple: a communal sauna open every day, a private sauna that can be booked separately, sauna rituals, and a floating boat sauna moored nearby. Clothing is optional inside the saunas, and the adjacent water is monitored for bathing quality, so a sauna session typically pairs with a plunge straight into the fjord.

It operates as a voluntary membership association rather than a standard commercial spa. Day passes are available for anyone who wants to try it once, though the organisation is built around members and encourages signing up — membership for new members runs 400 NOK as of 2026. Sessions are sometimes split by gender, so check the schedule before planning a visit, especially if you're coming with a mixed group.

The venue is family friendly rather than strictly adults-only, which is worth knowing if you're bringing kids along. Parking is street parking only, so arriving by foot, bike or transit is the easier option. Staff and signage work in both Norwegian and English. Hours run long — 7am to 11pm, seven days a week — which makes it workable for an early dip before work or a late sauna session after.

Good to know

Is Oslo Badstuforening open every day?
Yes, it's open daily from 7:00 to 23:00.
Do I need to be a member to visit?
No, day passes are available, though the organisation operates as a membership association and membership (400 NOK for new members in 2026) is encouraged.
Is the sauna clothing-optional?
Yes, clothing is optional in the saunas; confirm specific session rules with the venue if that matters to you.
Are there gender-specific sauna times?
Yes, some sessions are split by gender, so it's worth checking the current schedule before you go.
Where can I park?
Only street parking is available near Sukkerbiten, so walking, cycling or public transit may be easier.

Details checked October 2, 2026. Prices and hours change; confirm before you go.

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