Sauna world at Valavier

A sauna experience high above the rooftops. On the fifth floor, heat meets the horizon. Leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life far down in the valley. Here on the fifth floor of the Valavier Aktivresort in Brand, cosy warmth blends with an unrivalled panoramic view over the Brandnertal valley. Step into our rooftop sauna, feel the power of the Alpine landscape and enjoy relaxation at its very best. And all those jostling thoughts? They simply stay down below.

Bio-sauna in the Brandnertal valley. A gentle 60°C for soothing relaxation.

Enjoy a soothing warm-air bath at the Valavier Aktivresort in Brand, perfectly tailored to your circulation. Our bio-sauna – also known as a ‘saunarium’ – combines gentle alpine warmth with a stunning view over the Rätikon mountains in Vorarlberg.

Compared to the classic Finnish sauna, you’ll find a pleasantly mild temperature of 60°C here. Thanks to these temperatures, which are gentle on the circulation, you can extend your sauna session to up to thirty minutes without any infusions and savour the tranquillity to the full.

Your Bio-Sauna at a glance

Opening hours: Daily from 1.00 pm to 7.00 pm (the perfect way to round off your active day in Vorarlberg)
Temperature: A gentle 60°C
Humidity: Consistently high for an optimal, humid warm-air bath
Benefits: A long, relaxing sauna experience without any infusions – ideal for beginners and gentle recovery

Your moment of well-being on the 5th floor: let your gaze wander over the rooftops of Brand whilst the gentle warmth relaxes your muscles and calms your mind.

Physio.Therm.Cabin

The deep heat radiator works gently and evenly without overheating the epidermis. The body sweats from the inside out, so to speak, and not as a defence reaction to overheated external media such as air or steam as in a sauna.

Breathing in hot air, which is harmful to the circulation, is also avoided.

This is why people with poor circulation often choose to visit an infrared cabin.

Temperature: 27°C - 37°C

Effect: deep heat

Steam.Bath

The steam bath is becoming increasingly popular. The biggest differences to the classic Finnish sauna are the higher humidity and the lower temperature, which makes the steam bath gentler on the circulation and better for the respiratory tract. Due to the high humidity in the steam bath, the 40°-55°C feel almost as hot as the 90°C of the Finnish sauna.

Temperature: 45°C

Effect: a benefit for the respiratory tract

Sea.Climate.Cabin

Brine - microfine dry salt mist - cleanses the respiratory tract, improves the complexion and inhibits inflammation

Ionisation - allergen-free, clear breathing air - neutralises pollutants in the air and stimulates the metabolism

Oxygen - increased oxygen concentration - promotes concentration, delays cell ageing and strengthens the immune system

Temperature: 38°C - 42°C

Effect: SeaClimate Technology (marine climate)

Hay.Sauna

The hay sauna strengthens the immune system and is pure training for the cardiovascular system. The alternation between extreme heat and cold trains the blood vessels and keeps them elastic. Regular sauna sessions teach the body to maintain its core temperature, regardless of whether it is winter or midsummer outside. So if you go to the hay sauna regularly, you won't freeze as quickly in sub-zero temperatures and will find it easier to cope with tropical temperatures in summer.

Temperature: 90°C

Effect: strengthens the immune system, trains the cardiovascular system

Pine.Sauna

"For thousands of years, people have been utilising the precious tree species Swiss stone pine."

Thanks to its antibacterial effect, this type of wood is also used for building saunas and infrared cabins.

Due to its high content of resins and essential oils, Swiss stone pine wood has a pleasant odour, which makes it a wood with a special feel-good character.

Temperature: 90°C

Effect: Swiss stone pine - the wood with a special gift for the heart

Bright bio sauna with wooden benches, soft lighting and outside view at 60 degrees.

Physiotherm infrared cabin with wooden loungers and gentle deep heat panels at 27 to 37 degrees.

Modern steam bath with red lighting, seating benches and central steam outlet at around 45 degrees.

Sea climate cabin with reclining bench and mountain view at 38 to 42 degrees.

Hay sauna with wooden benches and warm lighting at 90 degrees for an intense sauna experience.

Wooden sauna with large panoramic window overlooking the surrounding mountain landscape.

Fitness room with Technogym equipment and large windows overlooking the mountains at Valavier.

Fitness room in the Brandnertal. 33 m²
packed with energy and stunning views.

Work out with a view – small but mighty

Get your body and mind moving – right in the heart of the Valavier Active Resort in Brand. Our 33 m² fitness room proves that true strength doesn’t need a huge space, but rather the perfect setting. Here, state-of-the-art equipment meets the unrivalled natural beauty of the Rätikon in Vorarlberg.

Thanks to the large floor-to-ceiling windows, you’ll always be working out with a view of the countryside. Best of all: simply open the door, breathe in the fresh, crisp mountain air and take a deep breath. This turns every workout on holiday into a real break for the senses.

Your workout at a glance

Size: 33 m² – compact, private and exclusive
Opening hours: Daily from 07:00 to 20:00 (perfect for early cardio sessions or an evening workout)
Facilities: High-quality Technogym equipment for your personalised training programme
Focus: Everything you need for an intense, all-out session or a gentle full-body workout

Your moment of well-being: Whether it’s a morning cardio session with a view of the Alps waking up or a late-evening workout to unwind – here, keeping fit on holiday is a real pleasure.

Finnish sauna with wooden benches and panoramic window overlooking the autumn mountain landscape at Valavier.

Sauna rules

Can I use the spa area with the whole family?

We offer the opportunity to enjoy a family time-out from 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. with your family. However, we ask you to be considerate of other guests seeking peace and quiet and not to leave your children unattended. Children up to the age of 16 are only permitted to enter the sauna area when accompanied by their parents until 2.00 p.m.. Thank you for your understanding.

When is adult time out at the spa?

At the Valavier Aktivresort in Brand, guests aged 16 and over can enjoy their own peaceful wellness escape. Our sauna area is reserved exclusively for adults from 2:00 PM, while the Himmelbad (indoor pool) becomes adults-only from 3:00 PM. This creates a tranquil atmosphere for relaxation and uninterrupted moments of well-being, surrounded by stunning views of the Brandnertal mountains.

Families with children are welcome to enjoy the sauna area and Himmelbad together until the respective adults-only hours begin. Our heated outdoor pool and children's pool remain open to families throughout the day.

How many sauna sessions should you take?

Three are perfect. The first for arriving. The second for letting go. The third to savour. Take time in between to rest, cool down and drink. You set the pace - without a compulsory programme, but with a gut feeling.

Why should you shower before the sauna?

Because it's better for you - and for sweating. Clean skin absorbs heat better and the pores work more freely. So take a quick shower, dry off and then: off to the sauna. Clear, simple, sensible.

What happens during the infusion?

Water on the hot stone - and suddenly it gets more intense. The steam spreads the heat, often accompanied by fragrances. It's more than just hot. It's an experience.

How do I enter the sauna area?

Out of consideration for other guests, we would ask you not to wear any textiles in the sauna. Please use your hammam towel from your bathing bag for your sauna session or place a towel on the seats.