Great Glen Sauna

A wood-fired sauna set in the heart of the Great Glen

🏊 Loch swim 🌲 Woodland

Wood-fired outdoor sauna lit at night under a starry sky in the Scottish Highlands

River beside Great Glen Sauna surrounded by trees, used for cooling off in the Scottish Highlands

Outdoor seating area at Great Glen Sauna with chairs overlooking the Highlands, used for resting between sauna rounds

Images credit: Great Glen Sauna

About this sauna

Set beside the Bridge of Oich in the Great Glen, this is a simple, wood-fired sauna shaped by its surroundings.

The focus is on a stripped-back experience of heat, cold and fresh Highland air, with direct access to the landscape and an outdoor, back-to-basics feel.

A quiet sauna experience grounded in one of Scotland’s most iconic settings.

What to expect

Move between heat, cold and rest at your own pace
Step out between rounds and spend time in the open air beside the Great Glen
Take in the surrounding wilderness before returning to the sauna

Experiences and sessions

Social sessions offer a shared sauna experience with up to 6 people in a relaxed setting (16+)
Private sessions allow you to book the full sauna for your own group of up to 8 people
Children aged 7–16 can join private sessions when accompanied by a responsible adult
Longer bookings and group events can be arranged on request

Plan your visit

Booking Book online in advance Getting there Head to the Bridge of Oich car park on the A82 (look for the brown sign). From there, continue on foot via the metal gate at the back of the car park. Follow the track for a short distance and the sauna will be on your right. Please note there is no vehicle access beyond the gate. Facilities Come-as-you-are approach (no dedicated changing area) Toilets No toilets onsite, with public facilities available in nearby villages What to bring

Changing robe
Swimwear
Two towels (one to sit on, one to dry off)
Flip flops or sandals
Warm layers for after
Water bottle

What’s nearby

Close to Fort Augustus, with cafés, shops and places to stop before or after your session. Within easy reach of Loch Ness, one of Scotland’s most iconic landscapes. Set along the Great Glen, with access to walking and cycling routes nearby. Surrounded by Highland scenery, with plenty of spots to explore along the A82.

Before you go

If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help

Do you have to go in the water?

No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes — you can take everything at your own pace.