Weekend sauna rituals are turning up the heat at the Helikon Hotel in Keszthely, with themed Saturday nights that mix aromatherapy, atmosphere, and a touch of theater on the shore of Lake Balaton. Address: 8360 Keszthely, 5 Mikus Gyula Promenade (Mikus Gyula sétány). Mark your calendar and pick your vibe—autumn glow, high-stakes sauna showdowns, or a winter hush with candlelight and calm.
Nov 15: Chestnut Festival – Autumn Sauna Night
Autumn takes over the steam room with sweet chestnut, spiced warmth, and flickering firelight. Expect gentle scents evolving hour by hour:
– 7:30 PM – Roasted Chestnut Magic: sweet, warm aromas by firelight
– 8:15 PM – Forest Walk: pine, cedar, and fresh leaf-litter notes
– 9:00 PM – Honeyed Chestnut Indulgence: silky honey with toasted chestnut
– 10:00 PM – Spiced Night: cinnamon, clove, and orange warmth
– 11:00 PM – Autumn Harmony: herbal cleanse capped with chestnut smoke
Nov 21–23: Helikon Sauna Challenge
International sauna masters compete and perform the most creative steam rituals at the 4th Helikon Sauna Challenge—equal parts show, craft, and sensory journey. Watch signature pours, dramatic heat waves, and choreography as they chase top honors. Hotel guests join for free. External visitors are welcome based on availability, with program-based tickets and day passes offered. Day pass: 16,900 HUF per person per day. Secure a spot early for the exclusive events after the competition.
Nov 29: Night of Saunas | Silent Night – Soul at Ease
Breathe in winter’s first chill and settle into a sanctuary of calm with soft music, candlelight, and warm herbal aromas:
– 7:30 PM – Winter Breath: eucalyptus and pine
– 8:15 PM – Honeyed Dreaming: vanilla, honey, and warm milk
– 9:00 PM – Candlelight Harmony: lavender and almond
– 10:00 PM – Snowflake Silence: cool mint-lime, crisp and clean
– 11:00 PM – Starlight Ritual: incense, warmth, and total release
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
