Important Notice: SALT Oslo opening hours and prices vary based on season and events. Information verified December 2024 via SALT.no and public sources. Some experiences are free, others require payment. Check SALT's official website for updated information on availability, events and booking options.
SALT Oslo - Sauna, Art & Culture
SALT is an iconic floating structure at Langkaia 1 in Bjørvika, easily accessible via metro to Jernbanetorget. Combines traditional Norwegian sauna culture with modern architecture, art and cultural events on the Oslo Fjord. More than just a sauna - it's a public cultural house providing democratic access to the fjord through sauna, concerts, food and social meeting places.
About SALT Oslo
SALT was established as a temporary art project and has become one of Oslo's most famous cultural landmarks. The spectacular wooden structure is designed by the renowned architecture firm Rintala Eggertsson Architects and reflects traditional Norwegian coastal architecture with a modern twist.
The venue offers a unique combination of experiences: floating sauna with direct fjord access, concert stage for music and performances, restaurant with local food, bar, and outdoor areas for socializing. SALT operates with a vision to make the fjord accessible to everyone through free and paid activities year-round.
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SALT Oslo Experiences
Public Access
Free/Affordable
- ✓ Access to outdoor areas
- ✓ Cold plunge in fjord
- ✓ Some free sauna sessions
- ✓ Restaurant and bar
- ✓ Social meeting places
Sauna Sessions
100-300 NOK
- ✓ Floating sauna
- ✓ Spectacular fjord views
- ✓ Direct fjord access
- ✓ Social sauna culture
- ✓ Architectural experience
Events
Varies
- ✓ Concerts and music
- ✓ Art exhibitions
- ✓ Cultural events
- ✓ Private bookings
- ✓ Special experiences
SALT operates with varying opening hours and offerings throughout the year. Check their website for updated event calendar and prices.
Why visit SALT Oslo?
Iconic Architecture
Spectacular wooden structure designed by award-winning architects. Reflects Norwegian coastal culture with modern design and sustainable materials.
Culture & Art
More than a sauna - experience concerts, art exhibitions, food and drinks. A living cultural house on the fjord all year round.
Democratic Fjord
SALT makes the Oslo Fjord accessible to everyone with free cold water plunge and public areas. Meeting place for the whole city.
Frequently Asked Questions about SALT Oslo
How much does SALT Oslo cost?
SALT Oslo offers both free and paid experiences depending on season and events. Public sauna sessions may be free or cost 100-300 NOK per visit. Special events, concerts and private bookings have varying prices. SALT operates partly as a cultural commons and partly as a commercial sauna. Check SALT's website for updated information on opening hours, prices and event calendar.
Where is SALT Oslo located?
SALT is located at Langkaia by Akershuskaia in Oslo city center, right by the Opera House and harbor promenade. The iconic wooden structure is easily visible from both land and sea. The area is easily accessible by public transport (Metro to Jernbanetorget, then 10 min walk) or on foot from Oslo Central Station. SALT periodically moves to other locations as part of the art project.
Do I need to book SALT Oslo in advance?
It depends on the type of experience. For general access to the area and some public sauna sessions, no booking is required - first come, first served applies. For guaranteed sauna access, special events, concerts or private bookings, advance reservation is strongly recommended. SALT often has limited capacity and popular times fill quickly. Check their website or social media for daily opening hours.
What makes SALT Oslo special?
SALT is more than just a sauna - it's a combination of art, culture, architecture and wellness. The unique wooden structure is designed by Rintala Eggertsson Architects and functions as a public cultural house with sauna, concert stage, restaurant, bar and outdoor areas. SALT offers democratic access to the fjord with free cold water plunge, spectacular architecture, cultural events and a social meeting place that combines traditional Norwegian sauna culture with modern art experiences.