Over the years I’ve heard some good things about Helsinki. Sadly it’s not somewhere I’ve managed to see yet, but given I haven’t travelled anywhere near as much as I would like, that’s no surprise. Wandering around the world wide web during my lunch today I stumbled across this gem, called Yrjonkadun Uimahalli from the 1920’s tucked away in Helsinki and for the nudists amongst us, it’s hanging on dearly to it’s old fashioned ways.
Over four floors, this pool is open on separate days for different genders and up until recently, nude swimming was mandatory, not optional. If you dared wear swimwear you used to be escorted out of the premises. Now they are a little more relaxed but from what I can find online, nudity is still the preferred choice!
You can hire a personal change room or a private cabin with bathrobe, sauna seat cover and bed, where you can relax and soak up the “Serene Roman baths atmosphere” while you order from the cafe menu. Sounds pretty darned good to me!
I am thrilled that you included Yrjönkatu uimahalli. I have so many wonderful memories from there. It is a wonderful place to be and though sex is not allowed, it is definitley a place to meet men. I miss the small pool which is on an upper floor which had even more ambiance. The saunas are hot. I could keep on and on but the best is for you to come and see for yourselves. Thanks Brenton!
How cruisy is that facility and is hooking up at least tolerated by the management?
It is very cruisy. The management knows it is going on so they do check saunas at intervals.