Kongsbadet is Kongsvinger’s renovated public swimming hall, operated by SVOM (the local sports and leisure administration) and offering one of the best-value aquatic and sauna experiences in eastern Innlandet county. With a 25-metre competitive pool, a sauna, a therapy pool, a solarium, and a 45-metre waterslide, it covers the full range of aquatic recreation from serious lane swimming to family fun — all at public pool prices.
Public swimming halls with sauna have long been a cornerstone of Norwegian community welfare, providing affordable access to the health benefits of swimming and heat bathing for residents of all ages and income levels. Kongsbadet continues this tradition, functioning as both a leisure facility and a genuine community asset for the Kongsvinger area.
The Pool and Waterslide
The 25-metre main pool is suitable for lane swimming and fitness sessions, with regular lane swimming hours that allow serious swimmers to train effectively. The 45-metre waterslide is the facility’s most playful feature, and its length — substantial for a regional public facility — makes it a draw for families with children. The combination of a proper lap pool and an exciting slide in a single facility gives Kongsbadet a breadth of appeal that is difficult to find elsewhere in the district.
Sauna and Therapy Pool
The sauna at Kongsbadet is a classic Finnish-style heated room operating at standard sauna temperatures, integrated into the changing and bathing area to allow smooth movement between swimming and heat sessions. The therapy pool provides warm water with hydrotherapy jets, ideal for muscle relaxation and low-impact exercise. Combined with the sauna, the therapy pool creates a compact but effective thermal bathing experience at a fraction of the cost of private spa facilities.
Access and Value
Operated by SVOM, Kongsbadet follows public facility pricing, making it one of the most affordable sauna and pool experiences listed on Norwegian Saunas. Season tickets are available for regular visitors, and the facility is well-equipped for families, school groups, and individual swimmers. Current opening hours and prices are available on the SVOM website.
