What is the difference between a sauna and a steambath ?
The biggest differences between a sauna and a steam cabin relate to the heating capacity and the level of moisture. Temperatures in a sauna reach about 95°C, whereas the temperature in a steam cabin never exceeds 48°C. Furthermore, the level of moisture in a steam cabin is much higher than in a sauna, namely 100% as compared to 20-25% in a sauna. This is why we advise you to start with a steam cabin on your very first visit to a sauna.
Other questions in the category ‘Sauna experience’
- Are the bathing suit area and the nude area of the baths always completely separate?
- Is a bathrobe compulsory?
- Are bath slippers compulsory?
- I've forgotten my swimsuit? How can I get it back?
- What does infrared radiation do with your body ?
- Are children allowed in the thermal baths?
- What type of swimwear am I allowed to wear?
- Is Thermae Boetfort wheelchair accessible?
- Can I hire a bath linen set or do I have to buy it?
- How long can I stay in the public baths? Is there a time limit?
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