historic Latvian bathhouse (illustrative)Illustrative photo
Photo: historic Latvian bathhouse (illustrative) · Dezidor · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Verified Saulkrastu nov., Vidzeme

Pirts muzejs

A private open-air museum founded in 2008, about 45 minutes’ drive from Riga. Seven bathhouses — six relocated historic ones and one newly built — including black (smoke) and white saunas, with a guided story and sauna sessions led by a pirtnieks, plus workshops and activities for children. Admission €2; visits may be limited in hard frost or deep snow.

What to expect

  • Towels and robes usually included
  • Book treatments in advance
  • Allow time to explore without rushing

Good to know

Address
“Birzes”, Loja, Sējas pagasts, Saulkrastu nov.
Season
All year
Price
Prices on the business website
Kids
Yes
Outdoors
Yes

Details checked: October 2026. For current prices and opening hours, see the business website. Source: latvia.travel.

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