Looking for a café in Oulu where you can actually slow down for a moment? A place where there’s no need to rush and where the coffee somehow tastes a little better just because of the surroundings?
The café at Olosaunan, on the banks of the Hartaanselkä river, offers a peaceful setting where you can enjoy great coffee, treats, and a riverside view. You’re welcome to stop by even without a sauna booking — come in for a coffee whenever you need a break from the everyday.
Artisan coffee and treats by the river
At the Olosaunan café, quality shows in both the drinks and the food. The menu features carefully prepared artisan coffee, premium teas, and refreshing beverages to suit any occasion.
Alongside your coffee, you’ll find nourishing snacks and a selection of small sweet and savory treats — the perfect complement to a moment spent by the water.
The menu includes, among other things:
- Artisan coffee and premium teas
- Nourishing snacks for everyday moments, recovery, and sauna sessions
- Sweet and savory bites for when you need a little something
- Sauna drinks for the dock and the sauna, including sparkling water, juices, soft drinks, beer, and sparkling wine
Bringing your own drinks is not permitted, but the café offers a wide selection of options to suit every occasion.
A café visit without the rush
You can visit the Olosaunan café without a reservation and without any particular reason. All it takes is the desire to sit down for a moment and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere.
The riverside scenery of Hartaanselkä makes every visit feel a little different depending on the season. In summer, the terrace and river views invite you to linger; in autumn, the surrounding nature glows with color; in winter, silence and snow dominate the landscape; and in spring, light returns to the waterside after the long winter months.
Although the café is located close to the center of Oulu, the atmosphere feels a world away from the bustle of the city.
Café, sauna, and events all in one place
The Olosaunan café is part of a broader experience that brings together sauna, wellness, culture, and community. Your coffee visit can easily be combined with other activities if you’d like.
At Olosaunan, you’ll find:
- A year-round sauna and the opportunity for ice swimming
- A versatile space for yoga, meetings, and small groups
- Live music, cultural events, and a rotating program of experiences
- The option to rent the venue for private events and corporate gatherings
You can come just for coffee or spend an entire evening at Olosaunan — both are equally natural choices.
Stop in for coffee or plan your own event
The café welcomes all visitors without a reservation, so you’re free to drop by spontaneously whenever you’re in the mood for good coffee and a relaxed setting.
If you’re planning a sauna evening, a corporate event, or another private gathering, it’s worth getting in touch in advance. Venue rentals are available on most weekday evenings as well as during the day by arrangement.
Explore Olosaunan’s services and come and see for yourself why so many people consider it one of Oulu’s most atmospheric spots to enjoy a coffee by the water. Great coffee, beautiful scenery, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere are waiting for you at Hartaanselkä.
