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7 October 2026

Sauna Trio Explained: Finnish, Infrared & Turkish Steam Differences at the Wellness Dome

If you want more from your holiday than just a place to sleep, the Sauna Trio at the Wellness Dome adds a welcome layer of rest and recovery to your stay. At Camping de Lakens, guests can unwind with three distinct heat experiences: a Finnish sauna, an infrared sauna, and a Turkish steam bath. Each one feels different, works differently, and suits different moments in your day.

This guide explains the key differences between the Finnish sauna, infrared sauna and Turkish steam bath at the Wellness Dome, so you can choose the right option for your mood, your routine, and your ideal way to relax. You will also find practical tips on how to make the most of the sauna facilities during your stay.

What is the Sauna Trio at the Wellness Dome?

The Wellness Dome at Camping de Lakens brings together several wellness options in one place. During your stay, you can use the wellness facilities and enjoy a more restorative holiday rhythm.

The sauna offering includes:

Alongside the sauna facilities, the wellness offer also includes:

This combination makes it easy to pair active days with proper recovery. If you also enjoy movement during your stay, there is an on-site gym, and guests can use both the fitness facilities and the sauna at all times during their stay.

Quick answer: what is the difference between Finnish, infrared and Turkish steam?

Here is the short version:

Facility Heat experience What it feels like
Finnish sauna Traditional dry heat Intense, classic sauna warmth
Infrared sauna Gentle radiant heat A more direct, milder heat sensation
Turkish steam bath Warm steam Soft, humid, enveloping warmth

In simple terms:

  1. Choose the Finnish sauna if you want a classic sauna experience.
  2. Choose the infrared sauna if you prefer a gentler, more targeted heat feeling.
  3. Choose the Turkish steam bath if you enjoy humid warmth rather than dry heat.

The Finnish sauna: the classic sauna experience

What is a Finnish sauna?

A Finnish sauna is the best-known traditional sauna style. It is typically associated with dry heat, creating that unmistakable sauna atmosphere many guests look for when they think of wellness.

At Camping de Lakens, the Finnish sauna appears in two places:

What does the Finnish sauna feel like?

The Finnish sauna usually feels:

It is a good fit after an active day outdoors, a fitness session, or simply when you want to slow down and clear your head before the evening.

When might you choose the Finnish sauna?

The Finnish sauna is often the right choice when you want:

If you like to build a wellness routine into your stay, the Finnish sauna can be the centrepiece of that ritual. A cool rinse afterwards can make the experience feel even more refreshing.

The infrared sauna: gentler warmth, different sensation

What is an infrared sauna?

An infrared sauna offers a different style of warmth than a traditional Finnish sauna. Instead of creating the same classic dry-heat environment, infrared heat is generally understood as a more direct and gentle form of warmth.

At Camping de Lakens, the infrared sauna is available in de Wastobbe for guests staying in an accommodation.

What does the infrared sauna feel like?

Guests often choose an infrared sauna when they want:

Because it feels different from classic sauna heat, it can appeal to guests who are curious about wellness but do not necessarily want the strongest heat experience first.

When might you choose the infrared sauna?

The infrared sauna can be a practical choice if you want to:

It works especially well as part of a broader self-care plan that may also include massage, beauty treatments, or yoga sessions at the Wellness Dome.

The Turkish steam bath: humid warmth and a softer atmosphere

What is a Turkish steam bath?

A Turkish steam bath is defined by warm steam rather than dry heat. That creates a very different environment from a Finnish sauna and a different overall sensation from infrared.

At Camping de Lakens, the Turkish steam bath is available in de Wastobbe for guests renting an accommodation.

What does the Turkish steam bath feel like?

The Turkish steam bath typically feels:

For many guests, this is the most distinctive contrast within the Sauna Trio. If dry heat feels intense to you, the steam bath may offer a more comfortable route to relaxation.

When might you choose the Turkish steam bath?

The steam bath is a strong option when you want:

It also fits beautifully into an evening wind-down, especially after a day of being active on site.

Which sauna facilities can you use during your stay?

The sauna access depends on the type of stay you book.

If you stay on a camping pitch

You can use:

If you rent an accommodation

You can use de Wastobbe, with:

Access and convenience

Useful details include:

Why having three heat experiences matters

Not every guest relaxes in the same way. That is exactly why a Finnish sauna, infrared sauna and Turkish steam bath work so well together.

More choice, better fit

One guest may prefer the classic feel of a Finnish sauna. Another may enjoy the gentler nature of infrared. Someone else may love the soft, humid warmth of steam. Offering all three means you can choose the experience that suits:

A more complete wellness stay

A varied wellness offer helps turn a normal stay into a more balanced one. You can move between activity and recovery more naturally, especially when wellness is available on site.

At Camping de Lakens, that broader wellness experience can include:

That mix supports the kind of holiday where rest is not an afterthought. It becomes part of the plan.

How to choose between Finnish, infrared and Turkish steam

If you are unsure where to start, use this simple guide.

Choose the Finnish sauna if you want:

Choose the infrared sauna if you want:

Choose the Turkish steam bath if you want:

Practical tips for enjoying the Sauna Trio

To get the most from the Wellness Dome sauna facilities, keep these tips in mind.

1. Match the sauna to your mood

Do not think of one option as better than the others. The best choice depends on how you feel that day.

2. Use the cool-down spaces well

After your session, make use of the rinse-off area and outdoor rest space. Cooling down is part of the rhythm of the experience.

3. Bring slippers

This is especially useful because there are foot basins and shared wellness areas.

4. Store your belongings securely

Use the lockers in the sauna buildings so you can fully relax.

5. Build a full wellness day

You can combine your sauna visit with related experiences such as:

This is also a natural internal route for planning the rest of your stay: explore the wellness options, look at the broader facilities, and shape a routine that fits your holiday.

Sauna Trio at the Wellness Dome: a simple way to upgrade your stay

The Sauna Trio at the Wellness Dome gives guests three distinct ways to relax: the traditional Finnish sauna, the gentler infrared sauna, and the humid Turkish steam bath. Together, they create more flexibility, more comfort, and more ways to recharge during your stay.

Whether you prefer classic sauna heat or something softer and steam-based, the wellness facilities at Camping de Lakens make it easy to add recovery, calm and comfort to your holiday rhythm.

Ready to make wellness part of your stay?

If you are planning your time at Camping de Lakens, explore the wellness options and facilities in advance so you can make the most of your stay. Whether you are coming to camp or booking an accommodation, a sauna session can be the perfect way to end the day.