Lapelland Sauna at Eurovision 2025 – Center Stage for Finnish Sauna Culture
In May 2025, Finnish sauna culture took center stage at one of the world’s most-watched events: the Eurovision Song Contest. From our factory in Pyhäntä, Northern-Finland to the bright lights of Basel, Switzerland, Lapelland’s Sauna M – Model C became an unexpected but unforgettable highlight of Eurovision 2025 and it became widely known as the ”Eurovision Sauna”.
Selected as the official sauna of choice by our partners in the event, Finnish Sauna Society, City of Tampere, and the Municipality of Vöyri, Lapelland was chosen to deliver a sauna worthy of the international spotlight. And it delivered – with a premium Finnish outdoor sauna that combined the warmth of tradition with the ease of Lapelland`s innovative foundation, which guarantees the most effortless mobility on the market.
Set up at the Finland Lounge in the Kaserne Park of Basel, Lapelland`s Sauna quickly became a beloved meeting point for artists, press, and Eurovision guests. With its elegant structure, the most spacious sauna room in its class, sweeping panoramic window, and comfortable thermo alder benching, the Eurovision Sauna delivered an authentic, luxurious Finnish experience, while the quality of heat was guaranteed by Finland`s famous heating master, Ari-Pekka Paavola.
“We wanted to offer an authentic Finnish sauna experience. With Lapelland, it was immediately clear that we would deliver even a better sauna in Basel than the Finnish Sauna Society has themselves,“
— Hanna Pakarinen, Finnish Sauna Society
Memorable highlights from the Eurovision 2025
– A surprise performance by Eurovision favourite KAJ singing Bara Bada Bastu directly from the sauna.
– Visits from Eurovision stars Käärijä and Erika Vikman.
– Daily sauna sessions from that drew international media attention and glowing reviews from participants across Europe.
Now, after capturing hearts during the Eurovision, the story of the ”Eurovision Sauna” continues in Switzerland, where it found a new home, and will continue impressing visitors with its exceptional and authentic Finnish löyly.
As a leader in the local market, our official partner, ”Sorglos Design” ensures that Lapelland Saunas are available locally in Switzerland with world-class service, expert knowledge of Lapelland`s Saunas, and uncompromising professionalism.
Lapelland Sauna at Eurovision wasn’t just about showcase – it was a statement. It proved that Finnish Sauna is the universal language of well-being which brings people together – across borders and in the case of Lapelland Saunas, they are designed to be effortlessly located anywhere while delivering an unforgettable sauna experience.
More of Lapelland`s Eurovision Sauna
Why is there a pop up Sauna in the middle of Basel? (BBC)
Finland Lounge in Basel Attracts Crowds – Dozens of International Media Already Visited the Area “Tampere Hailed as a Host City for Eurovision 2026” – Visit Tampere (Visit Tampere)
Thanks to Eurovision stars KAJ, saunas are being celebrated at the song contest in Basel (Associated Press Video)
Experience Finnish Sauna Culture at Eurovision Basel | TikTok (Visit Finland)
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