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    Aufguss.

    The sauna ceremony.

In the sauna’s rising heat, steam swirls to the sweep of a towel, carrying the scent of pure essential oils through the air. This is Aufguss, a European wellness tradition brought to life at BASIN by award-winning masters trained by Lasse Eriksen.

Each ritual is a choreographed journey for the senses: the rhythm of movement, the shift in temperature, the inhale of aroma, the quiet release that follows.

Step inside. Witness the art of heat.

A woman relaxing in the bio sauna at BASIN Glacial Waters

What is Aufguss?

Where heat becomes art.

Born from European sauna tradition, Aufguss weaves essential oils into rising steam, then, guided by the Aufguss master, sets it on a journey through the air in rhythmic, deliberate motion. Shared in a small group, it’s not just felt, it’s witnessed. Heard. Inhaled. Absorbed.

Masters of the flame and fan.

At BASIN, each ceremony is guided by award-winning Aufguss masters, trained by globally acclaimed sauna innovator Lasse Eriksen. Every gesture, every breath of heat, is an act of precision, a performance designed to stir both body and mind

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The Benefits.

More than warmth.

Each ceremony is more than a moment in the sauna, it’s a reset for body and mind. The combination of heat, scent, and rhythm unlocks natural benefits that linger long after you leave.

  • Loosens deep-held tension
  • Stimulates circulation
  • Aids in detoxification
  • Lifts mood and mental clarity
  • Heightens the senses
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when to join.

Your ritual awaits.

From sunrise to nightfall, Aufguss unfolds in countless variations. No two are ever alike. Step into the heat. Surrender to the moment. Leave changed.

Monday – Thursday  >> 10:45 AM | 1:30 PM | 3:30 PM | 5:30 PM
Friday – Sunday >> 10:15 AM | 11:45 PM | 1:15 PM | 2:45 PM | 4:15 PM | 5:45 PM | 7:15 PM

*Timings are subject to change

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Let your journey begin.

Reserve your access to BASIN Glacial Waters – where hot, cold, rest, and breath awaken a deeper sense of well-being. Advanced bookings required at all times.