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172 farms with their own saunas: 89 in Austria, 57 in Germany, and 24 in Italy. What makes them special is that they are not wellness hotels, but family-run businesses. 155 of the 172 farms have a playground, 92 have a petting zoo, and 151 are specifically designed for families.
For towns, districts and postcode areas, the results can be sorted here by distance from the center.
Wellness on the farm: Sauna after the barn, not instead of it
Wellness on a farm works differently than in a wellness hotel. There's no quiet zone with time slots or bathrobe area, but usually a sauna in the main house or an outbuilding, which you share with the other guests. On the other hand, you can come directly from a hike, sledding, or even from the barn.
This also influences who vacations here. 151 of the 172 farms are equipped for families, and 155 have a playground. These aren't establishments geared towards adults without children, but rather ordinary farms that also happen to have a sauna. For parents, this is the perfect combination: the children are occupied, and there's peace and quiet in the evening.
Interestingly, all 13 courtyards with indoor swimming pools in the portal also have a sauna. Apparently, anyone building an indoor pool also includes a sauna.
Zieglinde recounted
23 of the 50 top farm awards for 2026 went to farms with saunas. That's almost half, even though they only make up one in six establishments. Apparently, being able to warm up in the evening significantly improves guest morale.
And my favorite detail: 147 of these farms are open in winter. Sauna and snow simply belong together, and 112 establishments also offer tobogganing. First down the hill, then warm up. I still prefer to watch.
The equipment in numbers
To help you know what to expect besides the sauna, we've counted all 172 courtyards on this page:
There is a separate overview of sauna courtyards for a total of 37 areas.
Frequently asked questions about wellness on the farm
Most farms have a sauna in the main house or an outbuilding, which you share with other guests. 62 farms have their own wellness area , 72 also have an infrared cabin , 41 offer massages , and 35 have a whirlpool . Details about each farm are listed on their website, and a phone call will clarify opening times and whether there are separate times for families and adults.
On most farms, yes, it's part of the house and open to guests. Some establishments charge for it separately or only heat it upon request, because heating it takes time and energy. Ask about it when you inquire, then you'll know right away whether you can use it on your arrival day.
Here, it's actually the norm. 151 of the 172 farms are equipped for families , 155 have a playground , and 92 have a petting zoo . Unlike in a wellness hotel, the sauna here is an addition to the farm holiday, not its main focus. For parents, this is a practical combination: the children are occupied during the day, and there's peace and quiet in the evening.
In winter, 147 of the 172 farms are open, 112 offer tobogganing , 102 are located near ski resorts , and 93 are suitable for cross-country skiing . But a sauna is also worth the money in autumn and spring after a wet hike. Experience shows that it is least used in the height of summer.
101 of the properties have swimming facilities , 32 of which have an outdoor pool and 13 an indoor pool . Remarkably, all 13 properties with indoor pools in the entire portal also have a sauna. It seems that anyone building an indoor pool also includes a sauna.
Dogs are welcome on 63 of these farms, and on another 68 by prior arrangement . That's roughly three out of four farms. Understandably, dogs are not allowed in the wellness area.
Find your farm with sauna now
Above you'll find all the farms with pictures, amenities, and guest reviews. Filter by region, season, or wellness offerings and contact the farming family directly. Be sure to ask about sauna hours, as each farm handles this differently.
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