Dip into a hole in the ice – experience the thrill of winter swimming!
You can try winter swimming at several swimming spots in Jyväskylä Region, the Capital of Sport in Finland. Experience the thrill of the icy water like a brave adventurer! Discover swimming and dipping spots where you can dive into a refreshing hole in the ice and safely enjoy the stunning scenery. Get ready for an unforgettable winter swimming adventure in Jyväskylä Region, Lakeland Finland.
Try out a public Sauna
Public saunas offer the chance to try winter swimming, maybe even under the glow of the Northern Lights. Encourage yourself or take friends with you to a lake where the cold water meets the warmth of the sauna. In the Jyväskylä Region, there are public saunas at the Revontuli Resort in Hankasalmi, Haikusauna in Muurame, and Juurikkasaari in Säynätsalo, among others.
Winter swimming in Jyväskylä
Many winter swimming experts advise you to try dipping into a hole in the ice right from the sauna. At Sataman Viilu on the shore of Lake Jyväsjärvi, you can enjoy several saunas in the Sauna World and take a dip in the lake in the ice under the stars. Kankaan sauna has a cold water pool and different types of saunas. Designed by Alvar Aalto, the AaltoAlvari Aquatic Centre allows you to combine culture with swimming and a cold water pool experience. Scandic Laajavuori spa hotel is an excellent choice for families with children.
Book a Sauna
There are numerous winter swimming destinations in the Jyväskylä Region, such as Tupaswilla in Laukaa, where you will find Finland’s largest smoke sauna. Piispala in Kannonkoski and Savutuvan apaja in Haapasaari offer not only holes in the ice but also stunning lake views. You should also check out Taulun Kartano in Toivakka, Varjola in Laukaa and Himos Sauna Yard in Jämsä – All of them offer their own special features and the opportunity to enjoy safe winter swimming on request.
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