Experience something different with SvalBad.
Let the peace wash over you and relax in our floating sauna located in Adventfjorden, Svalbard. Enjoy good conversations with friends and strangers, or simply enjoy the silence and the spectacular view of our bay.

Private booking 
By booking SvalBad for as a private booking, the sauna is reserved for your own group of up to 14 people – or just yourself.

Order Drop-in 
Drop-in has room for 10 people in each time slot and the slot is shared with others who have booked at the same time. Strangers are only friends you haven't met yet!

Enjoy the view 
Through the large windows you can enjoy the beautiful view of Hiortfjellet, or, if you're lucky, perhaps get a glimpse of the northern lights and starry sky during the dark hours.

Sustainable history
SvalBad is a floating sauna in Longyearbyen harbour, Svalbard. The floating pier and the sauna are constructed from reclaimed building materials from old buildings (from Longyearbyen and Svea) and is a local collaboration between The Oslo School of Architecture and Design, LPO Architects and Longyearbyen. There is literally local history in SvalBad's walls – and a great example of local circular economy!

Practical information

• For up to 14 people (Private booking) or 10 people (Drop-in)
• Bring two towels, one to sit on inside the sauna and one to dry off with.
• Water for consumption is available: Bring your own bottle or a cup!
• Bring wool socks to wear after swimming.
• The age limit is 18 years. Children are allowed in the sauna if accompanied by a guardian or a parent.
• If a private booking is made, moderate alcohol consumption is allowed. Alcohol consumption is not allowed during drop-in sessions. Avoid breakable glass bottles or cups. Avoid colored drinks that can leave stains on wood.
• Food is not allowed in the sauna.
• Access code to open the door is sent by SMS.

After you have paid and the booking is confirmed, you will receive an SMS with an access code to the door.
Remember that you will need the code to re-enter when you move outside the sauna or have a swim

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