Paris has a solid gay sauna scene with several established venues, most of them reasonably close to Le Marais or accessible by metro. They run all week, not just weekends, and the busiest times tend to be weekend afternoons from around 2pm onwards and weekday evenings after 7pm.


Entry typically costs €15–€25 depending on the venue, the day, and whether you want a locker (cheaper, shared changing area) or a private cabin with a bed. Towels are generally included. Most venues have a dry sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and a dark area or maze. Some have bars, gym equipment, or sun terraces.

The saunas

    • Euro Mens Club — Very clean, Mature clientele. Good jacuzzi.
    • IDM Sauna — Paris gay sauna in the 9th arrondissement near Pigalle — multi-floor, notably diverse crowd, central location that pulls men from right across the city.
    • Le King Saun - Closed? — Closed for a long time without communication, many of us broke our noses in front of the door. That's incorrect, I won't go anymore
    • Le King Sauna — A long-running Paris gay sauna in the 17th arrondissement — slightly off the beaten Marais track but with a loyal crowd and solid facilities.
    • Sauna Mykonos — Sauna Mykonos Paris is a well-known establishment located in the heart of Paris, specifically in the Marais district. It is renowned as a popular gay sauna and offers a range of facilities and services catering to the LGBTQ+ community. As you enter Sauna Mykonos Paris, you'll find a clean and welcoming environment designed to provide relaxation and a sense of community. The sauna features a variety of amenities, including spacious steam rooms, dry saunas, Jacuzzis, private cabins, and
    • Sun City — Very good place in the center of Paris. The facilities are really nice. They are cleaning constantly the whole place. The sauna includes steam rooms, jacuzzi, a swimming pool, dark rooms, private cabins and more

Practical notes

Paris saunas are generally well maintained. Several have been running for over twenty years and have loyal regular clienteles. The atmosphere tends to be less frenetic than comparable venues in Amsterdam or Berlin — more relaxed, more French about it.

Most venues now accept cards, but bringing some cash is sensible in case. Entry includes unlimited time — there is no clock ticking. Most visitors stay two to three hours.

The busiest periods during the year are Paris Pride week (late June) and certain long weekends in summer. During those times, some venues get crowded enough to feel uncomfortable in smaller areas. Weekday afternoons in lower season are the easiest option if you want space to breathe.

For the full city picture: Gay Paris Guide.