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Norway’s Best Winter Experiences
Heit Telemark Sauna. Photo: Heit Telemark Sauna
A sauna with a view of Norway’s idyllic fjords Finland is historically famed for its saunas, and the same tradition is strong is Sweden. But for some reason, only in the last few years has neighbouring Norway realised the joy of saunas. Not that saunas didn’t exist there before – but they were mostly at gyms and swimming pools. The real Nordic sauna experience – outside in nature, where you can cool down by jumping into cold water – was harder to find. By Hanna Margrethe Enger |
Beautiful and peaceful Luckily there are options for those seeking true peace and quiet. Heit Sørfjorden Issue 149
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Heit Sørfjorden Sauna opened in June 2020. It found quick success and expanded to six Heit Saunas in different loca-
Photos: Heit Sauna
It was in bigger cities, like Oslo, that the Norwegian sauna renaissance began. This might seem ironic for an activity so deeply associated with nature, but the cities on Norway’s enormous, fjord and lake-scattered coastline proved ideal sauna territory. However, though you might find pretty views in Norway’s urban saunas, the sounds of the city will always be in the background.
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both summer and winter, it offers a great nature experience.”
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Sauna is nowhere near a city. Its relatively remote location enjoys beautiful views of Foglefonna National Park across the fjord, and it’s just a short drive from the iconic rock formation Trolltunga. Many hikers finish their day with a session in the sauna and a dip in the fjord. “Heit Sauna is based on the desire to give people a breather during the day, in combination with a nature experience,” says Guro Kvalnes, a partner in Heit. “At Heit Sørfjorden Sauna, you are close to the fjord, the mountains and Foglefonna. In
Heit Telemark Sauna. Photo: Heit Telemark Sauna