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Lose track of time in this historical spa experience Often, we can feel like our daily lives happen a bit too fast; there’s always something to do and somewhere to be. But, at Slotssø Badet’s spa in Kolding, you’re invited to take the time to reset in peaceful surroundings that will take you back in time. By Karen Gilmour Kristensen
“The idea is that when you come here, you should be able to relax and shut off your brain,” explains Susan Søndergaard, head of the spa. “You don’t have to worry about what time your treatment Issue 144
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At the spa, there are several different facilities, such as a sauna, a steam bath, a saltwater pool and a hammam room. There are two types of hammam – one Turkish and one Moroccan-inspired. In both, you lie on a warm marble plate and are scrubbed with soap foam to remove dead skin cells.
All therapists at the spa are qualified in different therapies and massage, and they continue to take on new courses within the field of wellness. At the same time, the team likes to be a little innovative. “We like to invent new treatments ourselves,” Susan explains. “And we care about using Danish produce.
| Photos: Slotssø Badet
At the reception of Dronning Dorothea’s Badstue (Queen Dorothea’s Spa), guests are expected to leave their phones to avoid distractions – but don’t worry, the staff will take care of all the practicalities, allowing you to enter a state of deep relaxation.
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is or what time you need to eat. Our employees will guide you through everything and keep track of time for you.”
“In the hammam room, there’s room for two people, which makes it the ideal treatment for a couple, two friends or a mother and daughter,” Susan says. “But all our treatments can be done as couple treatments. In fact, couple treatments make up over 95 per cent of our treatments in total. It’s really a lovely experience to share with someone.”
July 2022
