Estonian Smoke Sauna Ritual at the Viking Village!
Step into a Viking-era smoke sauna, where ancient wisdom and the art of sauna bathing come together to create a timeless experience!
Inspired by Viking traditions, this steam ritual offers true pleasure for both body and mind, helping you let go of everyday worries.
But visiting the smoke sauna at the Viking Village is more than just relaxation—it’s a step back in time to when our ancestors experienced sauna bathing as a deeply personal and spiritual ritual. This smoke sauna experience is a unique journey that connects you with nature, history, and your inner self.
During the ritual, your senses are pampered with the gentle touch of aromatic sauna whisks, your skin is nourished with moisturizing honey, and you’ll enjoy calming herbal tea—creating an indulgent yet peaceful experience.
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The brave-hearted can refresh themselves in the Pirita River. During the ritual, the sauna master gradually raises the temperature, leads the whisking, and cools the body—an enjoyable experience suitable for people of all ages.
The smoke sauna experience is ideal for up to 8 people at a time (duration ~2.5–3 hours); with larger groups, the session will be extended accordingly.
Order the full experience with a sauna master, rune singing, and a shaman drum!
Smoke sauna experience with full program:
€540 (Mon–Thu)
€590 (Fri–Sun)
Hot tub rental available upon request for €90
Prices exclude VAT.
The Viking Village saunas are members of the Sauna Route (Saunatee).
The mission of Saunatee is to preserve and promote Estonian sauna culture so that future generations will also appreciate and value our sauna traditions. Saunatee helps introduce this unique cultural heritage to locals and offers new and unforgettable experiences.
The smoke sauna is a living example of our centuries-old sauna traditions, allowing you to enjoy sauna moments just as our ancestors did. In fact, the Võrumaa smoke sauna tradition is included in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Discover more exciting Estonian saunas at: https://www.puhkaeestis.ee/en
The Viking Village smoke sauna retreat is one of the most unique in Estonia—and the closest smoke sauna to Tallinn.
