IDM Sauna, Gay sauna in the 9th arrondissement, Paris, France
IDM Sauna is a gay sauna for men in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, on Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, close to the city center. The space spreads across several floors and holds around 40 areas, including a steam room, a hot pool, lounges, private cabins, and a workout room.
IDM Sauna has been part of the Paris gay scene for several decades and built its reputation as one of the largest venues of its kind in the city. Over the years it expanded its facilities and introduced themed nights to keep up with a changing crowd.
IDM Sauna holds a steady place in the Paris LGBT scene as a spot where men feel free to socialize without judgment. On select evenings, HIV and STI screening sessions are organized on site, combining health awareness with the social side of the visit.
The sauna sits close to the Grands Boulevards metro station, making it easy to reach from most parts of Paris. It opens daily from noon, but the steam facilities only run in the afternoon and evening, so timing your visit accordingly makes for a better experience.
Despite the size of the complex, with maze-like corridors and dozens of rooms, there is a bar inside where guests can simply sit, have a drink, and talk without any pressure to explore further. It is one of the few venues of this type in Paris that opens seven days a week and brings such a broad range of spaces under one roof.
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