Wildhut Sauna Magazine

We were lucky enough to attend a screening of Smoke Sauna Sisterhood with the director, Anna Hints, this week. The film follows a group of Estonian women who regularly meet in the woods to share intimate emotions within a traditional Estonian smoke sauna cabin. We can heartily recommend the film and in celebration of its release wanted to share some insight about the culture of sauna in Estonia, a very proud country with a long history of traditional sauna bathing. Cultural

2023 is Estonia's Year of the Sauna , and for good reason. Saunas have been used for thousands of years for their therapeutic benefits and have recently gained popularity as a way to unwind and improve overall health. This year, the Estonian sauna industry is celebrating the sauna's status as a cultural heritage, and we're excited to share why home saunas are becoming the ultimate self-care investment. Benefits of Home Saunas and Why Sauna Use is on the Rise in Europe Owning

When it comes to creating a home outdoor sauna experience, there are a few different options to choose from. While traditional Finnish, Estonian and Nordic saunas are well known and highly sought after, cheaper barrel saunas are quickly becoming a popular choice for those looking for a more budget friendly outdoor home sauna. But what other differences are there between barrel saunas and more traditional luxury outdoor saunas ? We'll explore how they differ, along with pros

There's no escaping the fact that it's winter and for many of us that means hunkering down, wrapping up and spending less time outdoors. It's a time to crave warmth and comfort. It's a time to think about the pleasures of saunas. However, whilst it's perfectly understandable why we might associate sauna bathing with the chilly months, in Finland the tradition of sauna doesn't stop when it's summer. It's a year-round activity for the Finns and absolutely integral to their cult

With the new year comes renewed determination to get fitter and healthier but did you know that incorporating regular sauna bathing sessions as part of your new healthy regime can have serious performance and recovery benefits? In this post, we will take a look at some of the benefits of using a sauna for athletes (or indeed anyone taking regular exercise). We will also discuss different types of saunas, how to use a sauna during exercise, and tips for getting the most out of