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Doldenhorn Sauna World

Dry sauna

The sauna, where the temperature can rise to about 90 °C (194 °F) and the humidity usually does not exceed 15 %, should be completed with a single session of 8 to 12 minutes. After that, it is advisable to cool your body under a cold shower or in a cold bath and then rest. It is recommended to repeat this procedure 2-3 times, alternating heating and cooling.

How to use dry saunas?

A dry sauna is a great way to improve your health and well-being. However, to achieve the desired effects, it is important to know how to use a sauna. Before each treatment, you should clean your body thoroughly and then dry it completely. According to Scandinavian tradition, many saunas have a nude area, which means that you should enter the dry sauna naked to ensure proper heat exchange. It is also recommended not to wear a bathing suit in the dry sauna, especially if it is wet, as it can cause skin burns. Instead, bring a towel with you to the dry sauna and spread it over your entire body, including your feet.

How long can you stay in a dry sauna?

A single session should last between 8 and 12 minutes. Afterwards, you should gradually cool down your body by taking a cold shower or bath or, according to Finnish tradition, go outside first to get some fresh air. Thanks to the alternating effects of heat and cold, the body undergoes thermoregulatory processes, improved blood circulation and muscle relaxation. After cooling down, it is important to rest for at least half an hour. You can repeat this series as part of a sauna visit maximum three times.

Herbal sauna

This is a kind of sauna where the power of aromatherapy plays a crucial role. The careful selection of essential oils and herbs creates a mixture with exceptional properties. A herbal sauna strengthens the body, stimulates and gives energy, promotes relaxation, facilitates breathing and has a beneficial effect on the skin. The temperature can reach about 75 °C.

Arven Bio Sauna 

Swiss stone pine (Arve) is the queen of the Alps; its unique aroma supports breathing and purifies the air. The mild temperature of about, 65 °C and the pleasant humidity strengthen body and soul.

Saltarium

Salt chambers offer the experience of Dry salt therapy, in which the air in a room releases microscopic salt particles from a halogenerator to become relax and heal.

Dry salt is super absorbent and has natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Once inhaled, the salt makes your mucus thin and liquefy, making it easier to loosen and expel - along with pathogens, dirt and pollutants.

A recommended session should be between 20 and 30 minutes last.