Why Sól Is Different
What is Aufguss?
Aufguss (pronounced owf-gooss) is a German word meaning "to pour on". It refers to the practice of pouring water onto hot sauna stones to create steam.
At Sól, Aufguss is a guided, multi-sensory sauna ritual that engages the whole body and all the senses. Steam infused with natural essential oils fills the space, music creates atmosphere, and waves of heat are carefully circulated throughout the sauna by the sauna master.
Many of our Aufguss sessions also incorporate leaf whisking, an ancient Baltic practice of gently stroking and tapping the body with fragrant bundles of leaves and herbs to stimulate the senses, support relaxation and deepen your connection with nature.
In a world that constantly pulls our attention outward, Aufguss invites you back into your body. It creates space to slow down, soften, breathe deeply and reconnect with yourself. It is a held experience, a ritual, and for many people, a profound reset for body, mind and spirit.
What is Leaf Whisking?
Whisking is a traditional Baltic practice using bundles of fragrant birch, oak or linden leaves. Gentle brushing, tapping, slapping and sweeping movements stimulate circulation, awaken the senses and deepen relaxation.
The aroma of fresh leaves fills the space while the warmth and touch create a uniquely grounding experience. Many people describe whisking as deeply restorative — a chance to reconnect with their body and the natural world.
At Sól, whisking forms part of our commitment to preserving authentic sauna traditions and connection to nature while creating meaningful experiences for modern life.
Why Sól Is Different
Every Sense Is Engaged
Heat is only one part of the experience. At Sól you'll experience:
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Essential oil scents & freshly foraged plants and herbs
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Waves of steam & Aufguss
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Fresh air and nature around you
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Cold water immersion & time and space to rest
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Herbal tea to hydrate you
Connection Is Part Of The Practice
Many wellness experiences are individual. Sól is intentionally communal. People arrive as strangers and often leave feeling connected — to themselves, to nature and to those around them. In a world where so much happens through screens, shared experiences matter.
Nature Is Part Of The Experience
We believe wellbeing belongs outdoors.
The sound of the wind, fresh air on your skin and connection with the elements are all part of what makes Sól special. Not a gym. Not a sterile spa. Nature is our therapy room.
More Than Wellness
Sól was created as a place for people to gather, connect and feel better together. Alongside regular sauna sessions, we offer:
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Friday Night Aufguss sessions
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1:1 Sauna whisking treatments
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Private hire & Community events
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Open Door sessions through social prescribing referrals
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Seasonal ceremonies and special gatherings
Because wellbeing should be accessible, inclusive and shared.
How You'll Feel
People rarely leave talking about the temperature. They talk about how they feel.
Calmer.
Lighter.
Clearer.
More connected.
More alive.
That's the Sól experience. Come as you are.