Is the wellness area also open to external guests?

Our wellness and spa area is primarily reserved for our hotel guests. However, we warmly welcome external guests if there is availability and a body treatment has been booked. Please contact us in advance to reserve your treatment.

What are the opening hours of the Rugard Royal Spa?

Our Rugard Royal Spa with pool area is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and the floating pool is open from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The sauna area is open daily from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Is there step-free access to the Rugard Royal Spa?

Our Rugard Royal Spa, including the pool area, is located on the lower ground floor and can only be reached via a small staircase with three steps. Unfortunately, there is no step-free access to the spa.

What is the minimum age for children to stay at the Rugard Royal Spa?

Our Rugard Royal Spa with pool area is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and the floating pool is available from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The sauna area is open daily from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Is the sauna area textile-free?

Our sauna area is textile-free, primarily for hygienic reasons. Swimwear is usually made from synthetic materials, which hinder the evaporation of sweat during a sauna session. As a result, sweat accumulates under the clothing. This is not only unhygienic – since the sweat is then released into the pool when swimming afterwards – but also less healthy, as it prevents the body from cooling down properly. We therefore kindly ask you to enjoy your sauna session without wearing textiles.

What treatments are offered at the Rugard Royal Spa?

In our wellness area, we pamper you with a range of luxurious treatments. Choose from facials, body treatments, massages, baths and body wraps, treatments for couples, the Rasul steam bath, and much more.

Which products and brands are used at the Rugard Royal Spa?

We care for your skin using exclusive cosmetics from Thalgo, Biodroga, Kurland, and Baehr.

Can beauty treatments also be booked by external guests?

External guests are warmly welcome to enjoy our beauty treatments, subject to availability. To ensure we can accommodate your preferred time, we kindly recommend arranging your appointment in advance.

Do beauty treatments need to be booked in advance?

To ensure we can provide your treatment at a time that best suits you, we kindly recommend reserving your appointment in advance.

Who can I contact if I have questions about the wellness and spa area?

If you have any questions about our wellness and spa area, feel free to contact us by e-mail at wellness@rugard-strandhotel.de. We are also happy to advise you by phone on +49 (0) 38393 56 699.

Bright indoor pool with mosaic floor, columns and murals in the wellness area of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel on Rügen.

Woman in a towel sits in a gemstone sauna with dark blue mosaic tiles during wellness at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Pool & sauna area Absolute relaxation for your wellness vacation in Binz

A refreshing escape from everyday life can work wonders every now and then and release new energy! Treat yourself and your loved ones to some soothing hours and leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind you. A world of peace and relaxation awaits you in the pool and sauna area of our Rugard Royal Spa. In addition, our wellness worlds invite you to simply let go and find yourself. Especially recommended after an active day on the island or for a moment of peace and quiet in between.

Sauna area - daily 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Swimming pool - daily 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Floating pool - daily 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Sauna area
Pool area
World of well-being

Two women enjoy the warmth of the Finnish sauna on wooden loungers during a wellness session at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Finnish sauna with Himalayan salt wall Powerful warmth meets healing minerals

Experience the power of traditional sauna culture with intense, dry heat. It promotes blood circulation, strengthens your immune system and cleanses the skin deep into the pores. The Himalayan salt wall enriches the air with natural minerals. The ions released can have an anti-inflammatory effect, clear the airways and support the body's own defenses.

Extras:

Automatic hourly infusion
Gentle, meditative sounds for relaxation

Temperature: up to 95°C
Wood: Canadian Hemlock Fir
Duration of application: 8 to 12 minutes

Close-up of dried herbs in the organic herbal sauna at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Organic herbal sauna Our gentle sauna option with a deep effect

A mild, low-irritant climate invites you to relax and sweat. Water evaporates over selected herbs - their soothing effect spreads throughout the room, calms the nerves, helps with colds and stimulates the senses. The automatic bucket system provides fresh herbal steam every 5 minutes for an all-round pleasant sauna experience.

Temperature: approx. 55°C

Duration of application: 8 to 12 minutes

Modern infrared cabin with a view into the interior is located in the light-flooded wellness area of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Infrared cabin Targeted deep action for muscle and joint aches

The deep heat of the infrared rays penetrates directly into your body - without heating up the surrounding air. Tension, joint pain, back pain and sore muscles can be noticeably alleviated. At the same time, your immune system is activated gently but effectively. You enjoy an intense feeling of warmth - without any major strain on your circulation.

Extras:

Light therapy
Aromatization

Temperature: approx. 50°C
Wood: Canadian Hemlock Fir
Duration of application: 20 to 30 minutes

Woman leans back and relaxes with her eyes closed during a wellness session in the caldarium at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel in Binz on the island of Rügen.

Caldarium Targeted deep action for muscle and joint aches

Temperature: 40 to 45°C

Duration of application: 10 to 15 minutes

Girlfriends in towels relax next to each other in the gemstone grotto during wellness at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Gemstone steam grotto Steam bath experience with gemstone energy on Rügen

The rock crystal - a symbol of clarity and inner peace - awaits you inside this steam sauna. It can dispel anxiety, relieve nervousness and help you to breathe deeply. In combination with the warm, humid steam, the climate has a particularly beneficial effect on respiratory diseases and brings body and mind into harmony.

Temperature: 45°C

Duration of application: 6 to 8 minutes

View of heated mosaic loungers with armrests in the quiet tepidarium of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Tepidarium Gently warming sauna in the Roman style

Even in ancient times, the tepidarium was part of Roman bathing culture - a place for lukewarm relaxation. Today, a mild form of sauna that is easy on the heart and circulation awaits you here. The ergonomically shaped heated loungers radiate gentle, even heat that penetrates deep into the body and helps it to regenerate. Ideal after any kind of exertion - physical or mental.

Temperature: 37 to 38°C

Duration of application: at least 30 minutes

Shared sauna time: two women enjoying wellness and relaxation.

Roman stone sauna Sauna with tradition right by the Baltic Sea

This traditional form of sauna dates back to Roman bathing culture. Warm stone blocks give off even radiant heat. In combination with the natural aroma of Canadian hemlock, a relaxing climate is created - beneficial for the back, joints and respiratory tract. Meditative melodies accompany your stay and promote deep relaxation. Natural. Powerful. Regenerating.

Temperature: 55°C
Humidity: approx. 65 %
Duration of application: 5 to 7 minutes

View of the ice fountain with lion's head and statue in the wellness area of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Ice lion How to strengthen your blood vessels after the sauna

The heat from the saunas dilates your blood vessels - this is healthy, but also puts a strain on your circulation. Rub your body with ice to close your blood vessels, stabilize your circulation and create a refreshing counterbalance to the heat. If you have any questions, our sauna master will be happy to help you.

Young woman in a white towel sits with her eyes closed in the sauna at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Step by step towards deep relaxation The most important sauna rules at a glance

Take off your jewelry beforehand to avoid burns from heated metals. Next, take a shower and dry off well - this will help you to perspire. A warm foot bath makes it easier to get started. Start with a mild sauna and stay for 8-12 minutes, always on a towel.
Then you should get some fresh air before taking a cold shower (starting away from the heart) and taking a rest break, which should be at least as long as the sauna session itself.
Three sauna sessions per day are ideal in order not to overstrain your body and circulation and yet to strengthen them in the long term.

Guests relax in the blue pool with white-copper-coloured columns in the background.

Swimming pool Relaxation and swimming fun at the hotel-owned pools

Dive in and let yourself drift or really work out - both are possible in our swimming pool. Whatever the weather and surrounded by impressive images of Rügen's beautiful nature, you can swim a few lengths in our 18×6 meter salt water pool at a pleasant 28 °C or relax and daydream. The mild salt and brine content (0.5%) makes the water particularly soft and caresses your skin. You can also experience complete weightlessness under a starry sky in our 10 m² floating pool. The high buoyancy in the 30 °C water (5.25 % salt and brine content) relaxes your joints and muscles. Your skin will feel wonderfully smooth and soft after bathing.

Opening hours:

Swimming pool: daily 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Floating pool: daily 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

A relaxation room with several loungers along the walls.

Wolrd of well-being Regeneration and tranquillity for body and mind on Rügen

After a relaxing swim in our saltwater pool or an extensive sweat session in our soothing saunas and steam baths, you can discover a new sense of vitality and well-being in our cozy relaxation and quiet zones. The beautifully designed wellness worlds in various styles invite you to linger, switch off or browse through your favorite book undisturbed.

Silencium relaxation room (in the textile-free sauna world)
Room of silence (in the pool area)

Kneipp water treading pool with playful metal area in the wellness area of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Kneipp walk Vitality through hot and cold water treading

A health classic - developed by Sebastian Kneipp in 1849 - is still an integral part of a holistic wellness experience today. Alternately treading water in warm and cold water after a sauna session promotes blood circulation, strengthens the blood vessels and is particularly helpful for heavy legs.

How it works:

Walk through the pools in the so-called stork walk - start in the warm water and then switch to the cold water. Stop briefly in each pool between changes (tip: count 5 deep breaths). Simple. Natural. Beneficial.

Woman in a bathrobe taps fresh Rügen water with citrus fruits at the spa bar of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Rügen water Natural mineral water for your regeneration

Your body loses a lot of fluid and important minerals when you take a sauna - so drinking afterwards is particularly important! Rügenwasser helps you to balance your fluid levels, stimulates your metabolism and supports your circulation. Treat yourself to a glass after every sauna session - your body will thank you for it. If you have any questions, our sauna master will be happy to help you.

Let us inspire you Discover our pool and sauna area

Close-up of a Kneipp path with sunken basin and decorative cast iron railing at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Water flows from the lion's head fountain over several levels in the wellness area of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Two women sit in the caldarium of the Rugard Strandhotel on heated stone benches with mosaic cladding

Interior of the blue gemstone grotto with round bench and steam spring at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Lion's head with ice fountain under blue lighting, part of the wellness area in the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Two women sit in the red-lit Finnish sauna at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Guests sit in the bubbling indoor pool and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere in the spa at the Rugard Thermal Hotel.

View of the herbal sauna with infusion pot and dried herbs in the spa of the Rugard Thermal Hotel.

View of the indoor pool with loungers, flower arrangements and warm light in the relaxation area of the Rugard Thermal Hotel.

Two guests enjoy the wellness pool in the dark, illuminated by starlights on the wall at the Rugard Strandhotel.

Two women relax in the Roman sauna with traditional sauna stove at the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Elegant relaxation area with bright loungers, glass doors and natural light in the spa of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Two women in bathrobes relax on loungers in the bright relaxation room of the Rugard Thermal Strandhotel.

Spacious pool with Mediterranean mural and mosaic ornament in the wellness area of the Rugard Strandhotel

Elegant relaxation room in the tepidarium with heated stone loungers in the Mediterranean style of the Rugard Strandhotel.

Water station with glass dispensers, fresh fruit and drinking cups in the spa area of the Rugard Thermal Hotel.

Frequently asked questions Good to know

Is the wellness area also open to external guests?

Our wellness and spa area is primarily reserved for our hotel guests. However, we warmly welcome external guests if there is availability and a body treatment has been booked. Please contact us in advance to reserve your treatment.
What are the opening hours of the Rugard Royal Spa?

Our Rugard Royal Spa with pool area is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and the floating pool is open from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The sauna area is open daily from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Is there step-free access to the Rugard Royal Spa?

Our Rugard Royal Spa, including the pool area, is located on the lower ground floor and can only be reached via a small staircase with three steps. Unfortunately, there is no step-free access to the spa.
What is the minimum age for children to stay at the Rugard Royal Spa?

Our Rugard Royal Spa with pool area is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and the floating pool is available from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The sauna area is open daily from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Is the sauna area textile-free?

Our sauna area is textile-free, primarily for hygienic reasons. Swimwear is usually made from synthetic materials, which hinder the evaporation of sweat during a sauna session. As a result, sweat accumulates under the clothing. This is not only unhygienic – since the sweat is then released into the pool when swimming afterwards – but also less healthy, as it prevents the body from cooling down properly. We therefore kindly ask you to enjoy your sauna session without wearing textiles.
What treatments are offered at the Rugard Royal Spa?

In our wellness area, we pamper you with a range of luxurious treatments. Choose from facials, body treatments, massages, baths and body wraps, treatments for couples, the Rasul steam bath, and much more.
Which products and brands are used at the Rugard Royal Spa?

We care for your skin using exclusive cosmetics from Thalgo, Biodroga, Kurland, and Baehr.
Can beauty treatments also be booked by external guests?

External guests are warmly welcome to enjoy our beauty treatments, subject to availability. To ensure we can accommodate your preferred time, we kindly recommend arranging your appointment in advance.
Do beauty treatments need to be booked in advance?

To ensure we can provide your treatment at a time that best suits you, we kindly recommend reserving your appointment in advance.
Who can I contact if I have questions about the wellness and spa area?

If you have any questions about our wellness and spa area, feel free to contact us by e-mail at wellness@rugard-strandhotel.de. We are also happy to advise you by phone on +49 (0) 38393 56 699.