Where are the saunas in Oslo?

KOK's saunas are located at Langkaia and Aker brygge. Add or remove existing text.

Do you have water? Water in the sauna

We sell water at both locations, in case you forget. You can buy 0.5 liter bottles of KOK water at both locations. It's a good idea to make sure you drink plenty of water before coming to the sauna to avoid dehydration, and that you also have at least 1 liter available to drink while in the sauna.

Food in the sauna at KOK?

Food is not allowed in the sauna at KOK, but you are welcome to enjoy snacks etc. in the changing room or outdoors.

Can I bring alcohol into the sauna?

On PRIVATKOK and KOKCRUISE you can enjoy alcohol, but on FELLESKOK it is not allowed. For the first two, we have a restriction of a maximum of 2 units per person. The alcohol restriction is first and foremost about safety. When you sweat as much as you do in a sauna, the alcohol will affect you more quickly. The combination of intoxicated people and the sea is a safety risk we take seriously, and our sauna masters and skippers therefore have the right to expel guests from the boat if they believe there is a risk to safety. Liquor is not allowed, for the above reasons. It is also important to avoid red wine, Aperol and other beverages with a strong color as this will stain the wood.

Is it safe to swim in the rain?

The municipality has given the water quality in the inner Oslofjord a thumbs up, but advises against swimming for 24 hours after heavy rain. Heavy rain is defined as more than 1 mm per hour. "Rainy weather is beyond our control, but it's natural to want to cool down after a sauna. We have showers at Langkaia and a rinsing hose at Aker Brygge (we're working on a shower there too), for those who don't want to swim when it's raining. However, if you do want to jump in, we recommend that you be careful not to put your head under the water or bathe with open wounds.

Are there any weather reservations?

In the winter, the ice may be too thick, and regardless of the time of year, the wind may be too strong for us to carry out KOKCRUISE. In that case, the booking will be completed at the quay at the same time and the difference refunded. In extreme cases we have to cancel all bookings at the quay as well. We monitor the weather forecast and try to give notice of changes in the booking well in advance, but ask for understanding that the weather does what it wants and weather conditions can change quickly.

Can I take a sauna while pregnant

Our experience with doing sauna when pregnant is good. In any case, we recommend that you contact your doctor before any visit to the sauna, just to feel safe that sauna when pregnant is safe for you and your baby.

Can we bring children to the sauna?

Children have a great time at KOK and are extra welcome with us. Safety is important, so all children under eighteen must be accompanied by an adult who must also be present during the entire stay. We have life jackets for the sauna cruise, so we cannot guarantee that there are life jackets available for your booking if you have booked a private sauna or are in s shared one by the quay.

Do you have life jackets at KOK?

On the sauna cruise we have life jackets for all adults in both locations. We also have 3 life jackets for kids at Aker Brygge, and 3 at Langkaia. If you or someone in the party needs a life jacket due to lack of swimming skills or the like, this must be brought on your own.

Forgotten | What happens if I forget something in the sauna?

Our sauna masters clean the saunas after each booking and if they find forgotten items, these are stored in the sauna for a period of time. If you have forgotten something, you can visit the sauna you have been in, and one of our sauna masters will help you.

Do you have swimwear/towels for rent or sale?

We have towels for sale! But not swimwear so remember to bring it with you. You can read more about your visit to KOK and what to bring here.

Do you have a toilet?

"We don't have a toilet. At Aker Brygge there are toilets at nearby restaurants, while at Langkaia the nearest toilet is at Deichmanske Library.

Do you have showers on board?

In winter, we don't have showers because the water can easily freeze. However, we find that many guests don't feel the need for a shower after visiting us and are comfortable with the feeling of salt water in their hair. The way a sauna visit works is that the more you sweat, the cleaner the liquid you sweat. That's also why it's so important to drink plenty of water along the way.

You can do that in the changing room. There is a common room where everyone who is going to a sauna changes together, but the rooms are not very large. First and foremost, these are for changing and resting along the way, not for more extensive care and grooming. A good trick to save both time and some changing space is to wear swimwear under your clothes before you get to the sauna. The time you book (e.g. 18:00 to 20:00) is the time you have available on board the boat. This means that changing should also take place during this time. As a rule, there are bookings both immediately before and after, and you will have disembarked from the boat before the booking time is over. The lifeguard and skipper will let you know when it's time to change.

Where can I store my stuff?

You can store the things you take with you to the sauna in the changing room. The sauna has two rooms, a changing room and the sauna itself. You can always see your things from the sauna itself.

Can we store things on KOK?

Our boats have limited storage space, and we therefore do not have the opportunity to store anything before or after the booking. During the booking you can store your belongings in the changing room.

Which sauna should I use?

On arrival you will be welcomed by either the sauna master or the skipper on the quay. They will show you to the sauna you are going to use, and you will get a short introduction to the sauna. You will recognize our employees by their logoed clothing, and that they are near the saunas at all times.

We are late for the booking, what do we do?

It's unfortunate that you don't get to use your entire booking due to a delay, but the booking is in the system, even if you are late. Please contact the pool attendant or skipper when you arrive at your location.

Do you have multiple locations?

Yes, we have two locations in Oslo. We are located at Langkaia and one at Aker Brygge. Read carefully which location applies to your booking, so you don't risk making a mistake and being late for your booking.

Can we be an extra person on the boat?

Maximum capacity per sauna boat is 10 people. If you are more than 10 people, we recommend booking two boats. Send an email with your preferred time, date and location to kundeservice@koknorge.no, and we will arrange it so that you get two boats next to each other, or more if you need it.

Do you have a drop-in sauna or do we have to book in advance?

We have drop-in saunas every day at all locations. The service that some people call drop-in, where you buy individual places in the sauna together with others, we call FELLESKOK. It is possible to take a chance and come to PRIVATKOK without booking, but we strongly recommend that you book in advance. Especially in the evenings and at weekends, it gets full quickly, so if you have a time in mind, we recommend securing it by booking in advance.

Can I be on a waiting list?

Unfortunately, we do not have the capacity to keep a waiting list at KOK. The solution is to take a look at the website once in a while to see if there are any available times.

I can't find a seat at the time I want. What can I do to help?

All our times are in the calendar. If you can't find the time you want, there is unfortunately nothing available. But if you find that an appointment has been booked far in advance, there may be a bug in the calendar. Then we would appreciate it if you let us know.

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