Salty Witch Sauna
Wood-fired sauna on the Belfast waterfront!
15 Front Street, below the Bayview Event Center (home of the Sturgeon mural)
THANKS TO ALL WHO JOINED US FOR OUR RIBBON-CUTTING! NEXT BIG HAPPENING: BELFAST ICE FEST FEB. 27-MARCH 1!
Offering community & private sauna in a beautiful marine environment
The sauna Melusine is constructed of aromatic
Maine white cedar and pine.
She seats up to six. All are welcome, ages 8 and up.
Afternoon, sunset, evening,
including full moon sessions
available Wednesday - Sunday,
December - May.
Our Services
Community Sauna
Offered daily , Wed-Sun -
Options include afternoon, evening and
at the full moon.
Sessions are1.25 hours.
Private Sauna
By appointment.
Contact us directly to schedule.
Do you have an idea for a regular or
semi-regular group? Be in touch!
Row & Roast
A winter wellness combo made in heaven! Join a community session after your row. Imagine a hot sauna waiting for you after a Full Moon Row this winter! Select "Sauna Add-on" when you book!
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Purchase a bundle of sauna sessions at a discounted price
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Gift the gift of heat and deep relaxation with a gift card. Easy to personalize and deliver. Doesn't expire!
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YOUR SAUNA
What to expect
Salty Witch Sauna is located right on the Belfast waterfront, about 150 ft from a public beach and next to the Belfast Harborwalk. It's a short walk from the downtown. There is parking in the lot right next to the sauna.
The sauna has a changing room to disrobe and store your clothing, footwear and water. Bathing suits or swimwear must be worn in the sauna--nudity is not allowed.
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Sauna temps range between 150-180 degrees.
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When the sauna is at optimal temperature, water can be poured on the rocks on top of the wood stove to create steam. This is called "löyly."
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The sauna gets very hot! Cool off by stepping outside the sauna or venture down to the nearby beach. Play in the snow!
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There are bathrooms nearby.
What to bring
A bathing suit. We recommend you wear this under your clothes.
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A towel to sit on, on the benches
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Plenty of water to stay hydrated
Water shoes if you plan for activity outside. A robe or wrap to stay cozy in between cooldowns and heat-ups.​
Sauna Rules &
Safety Requirements
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Bathing suits or appropriate swimwear must be worn at all times. Nudity is not permitted.
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Enter and exit the sauna carefully to avoid slipping, falling or touching the woodstove.
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Footwear is not allowed in the sauna chamber. Please leave your shoes/boots in the changing room or on the porch. Socks and indoor slippers are ok!
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Please bring your own towel and use it to sit on the bench.
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Do not touch the woodstove, sauna rocks or stove pipe.
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Maintain respectful behavior inside and outside the sauna.
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Bring your own water and stay hydrated before and after sauna use. No glass containers inside the sauna chamber.
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Please silence your phone and leave it in the changing room. If you need to make/take a call, please do so outside of the sauna.
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Items not allowed in the sauna: food, alcohol, glass containers, candles, lotions, oils and other unguents. Smoking and vaping not allowed in or around the sauna.
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Respect session time limits, including being on time for the start of your session and exiting the sauna when your session is over. You will receive a 10 minute notice when you are approaching the end of your session.
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If at any time you feel unwell, overheated, dizzy or uncomfortable, please exit the sauna immediately.
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All instructions provided verbally or in writing by Salty Witch Sauna must be followed.
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The operators reserve the right to refuse entry, cut short or cancel sessions for any reason that may be deemed a health and safety risk, if there are concerns about risky behavior, or if any of the above rules are not followed. Refunds will not be offered to anyone refused admission.