Saltsjöbadens friluftsbad, Public bath in Saltsjöbaden, Sweden
Saltsjöbadens friluftsbad is a wooden bathing structure built directly in the sea, offering separate swimming areas and sandy beaches along the Stockholm archipelago coast. The facility extends on stilts into the water, creating a direct connection between the rocky seabed and the bathing spaces.
The bathhouse was designed by architects Torben Grut and Knut Gyllencreutz and opened in 1906 as part of Saltsjöbaden's development as a seaside destination. The structure has served generations of visitors as a central gathering point for sea bathing experiences.
This facility embodies a long Swedish tradition of public bathing directly on the sea, where visitors move through spaces created for community swimming. One can observe how locals and tourists use the different bathing areas and enjoy the social aspect of open-water swimming.
The facility is easily reached by public transportation from Stockholm and offers the best experience on warm days. Visitors should pay attention to tide times and water temperature while using the changing facilities and showers available on site.
The distinctive wooden structure resembles a small castle rising from the water, and it is frequently photographed by visitors who appreciate its architectural form. Few realize that the design and stilts construction were deliberately planned to preserve the natural landscape while strengthening the connection to the sea.
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