There are many ways to enjoy a sauna in Gothenburg and its surrounding archipelago. Whether you want to combine sauna bathing with cold plunges, winter dips or year-round wild swimming, there are plenty of options. Here we’ve gathered some of the best sauna experiences in Gothenburg:

Sauna and swimming in the harbour

The sauna in the harbour Frihamnen, has won architectural awards and is a well-known landmark in Gothenburg. You can alternate sauna sessions with a dip in one of the harbour pools in the river Göta älv, both completely free and offering a unique view of central Gothenburg. The sauna and one of the saltwater pools are open year-round, but the sauna must be booked in advance via goteborg.se.

Kajkanten Vrångö – floating sauna open year-round

Kajkanten’s floating sauna raft, located in Vrångö harbour, is open all year. It features a wood-fired sauna, a hot tub and a ladder for winter or sea swimming. You can order dinner delivered directly to the raft, or bring your own food to prepare onboard.

Sauna and spa boat at Salt & Sill on Klädesholmen

The floating hotel Salt & Sill is located on the picturesque island of Klädesholmen, just off Tjörn north of Gothenburg. Moored at the hotel dock is the sauna boat S/S Silla, complete with sauna, relaxation areas and a swimming platform with ladders into the sea. When you book a sauna session, you also get access to a heated hot tub and sun deck.

Wood-fired sauna at Hällsnäs herrgård

Hällsnäs Hotel in Mölnlycke is just 20 minutes from Gothenburg, beautifully located by the lake Landvettersjön and home to the star. On a lakeside peninsula sits the spa area, with a wood-fired floating sauna, infrared sauna and two outdoor hot tubs. Access is included in a day spa package, which also includes lunch. In 2026, Hällsnäs will open 32 brand-new hotel rooms, including four suites with private saunas and lakefront terraces.

Nääs Fabriker – sauna and swimming by lake Sävelången

Just outside Gothenburg, you’ll find Nääs Fabriker, beautifully located by Lake Sävelången. Here you’ll find a bathhouse with two saunas, outdoor hot tubs and the chance to take a refreshing dip in the lake. Children aged 4–12, accompanied by an adult, are welcome at certain times (see the website for details), while children aged 13 and above are welcome at any time.

Havskatten Hönö – sauna with a sea view

Havskatten Hotel and Hostel, located on the northern side of the island Hönö, features a new, modern spa area right by the sea with a sauna and hot tub available for private hire.

Nimbus Öckerö – sauna at the end of the pier

The hostel Nimbus on the island Öckerö in the Gothenburg archipelago offers a sauna for hire. The sauna is located at the far end of a pier by the sea.

Klädesholmen’s sauna Tjörn – something out of the ordinary

This newly built sauna on Klädesholmen is nestled among the rocks with views westward over the sea. The facility is accessibility-adapted and can be booked via the Klädesholmen Sauna Association. It features a sauna, seawater hot tub and generous social areas.

Björholmen Tjörn – sauna on the cliffs

At Björholmens Hotel & Restaurant on Tjörn, north of Gothenburg, you can book a wood-fired sauna and hot tub nestled among the coastal rocks. Enjoy views over the archipelago and alternate cold dips with warming sauna sessions. Bookings via bjorholmensmarina.se.

Treetop Spa – Wood-fired sauna in the heart of Gothenburg

Located on Hisingen, just 20 minutes by car from central Gothenburg and with nearby public transport, Treetop Spa offers a wood-fired sauna with a jacuzzi and views over the city. The sauna is set in a secluded spot on a hill and can be booked for groups of up to 20 people.

Fotö Sauna – stunning coastal location

Fotö Sauna is newly built and located right by the water’s edge on Ussholmen, in the northern part of the Gothenburg archipelago. The sauna accommodates up to eight people and can easily be booked in advance at fotohamn.se.

Dyrön Sauna – a coastal gem open year-round

Just a few metres from the sea on the southern tip of Dyrön island, this sauna has been named Sweden’s best electrically heated sauna and is available to book year-round at dyron.se. Perfect for combining sauna sessions with cold dips in the sea. Dyrön is located between Tjörn and Marstrand and is accessible by ferry from Rönnäng or Rökan/Rörängen – see dyron.se for more details.

Långholmen sauna on Hönö – stylish design and sea views

Långholmen island is located just outside the harbour in Klåva on Hönö and can be reached by private boat or pre-arranged pick-up. The Långholmen sauna sits right at the water’s edge with sweeping views over the sea. Book at honobastu.se