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The World’s 100 Best Saunas & Baths

The Well

Sofiemyr, near Oslo, Norway

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SAUNAS & BATHS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 7 2026

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The Well

A large spa and hotel in the forest south of Oslo, with pools, jacuzzis, saunas and steam rooms spread across three floors. Saunas are textile-free, and only the venue's own swimwear is allowed in the pools.

Highlights

  • Saunas across three floors
  • Indoor and outdoor pools
  • Guided sauna rituals

Good to know

  • Saunas and steam rooms are textile-free
  • Own swimwear banned, venue swimwear sold
  • Parking and water bottles cost extra

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