Floating sauna "Frank"
Rent the floating sauna boat,Frank, at Klosterøya vest in Skien. Enjoy a relaxing moment and a little everyday luxury.
About
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the water combined with soothing, deep heat in the floating sauna Frank at Klosterøya Vest in Skien. Frank is a charming and spacious self-service sauna boat accommodating up to 10 people—perfect for groups of friends, family, colleagues, or a relaxing sauna session for two.
The sauna is heated using traditional firewood for an authentic sauna experience. Featuring its own changing room and a private rooftop terrace, everything is set for a relaxing break from everyday life.
Amenities & Features
- Capacity: Up to 10 people at a time.
- Heating: Authentic wood-burning stove providing rich, soothing heat.
- Rooftop Terrace: Enjoy the views over the water from the sauna's own rooftop deck.
- Changing Room: Spacious and convenient room for changing clothes.
- Self-Service: You are your own sauna master. If there are no guests right before your slot, you will need to light the fire and heat up the sauna yourself 45–60 minutes before your booking starts.
- Please note: The sauna currently does not have electricity installed.
Pricing & Booking
More information regarding rates and booking can be found here.
Minimum Charge: A minimum payment equivalent to 2 adults applies on weekends, public holidays, and after 5:00 PM on weekdays.
Payment: Easy single payment via a link sent by SMS 1 hour prior to arrival.
Practical Information
- Opening Hours: Open 365 days a year from 09:00 to 23:00.
- Parking: Parking is available in the parking garage at Tømmerkaia 1, 3732 Skien. From there, it is approximately a 5-minute walk to the sauna. (Note: Driving on the pedestrian path leading down to the sauna is strictly prohibited).
Location
Klosterhagen 41, 3724 Skien
Practical information
- Recreation/Treatment centre
- Sauna
- Spa
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