Sauna Club des Terreaux

In the heart of Lyon

Sauna Club des Terreaux is tucked away on the second floor of an old building on rue Sainte-Catherine, just steps from place des Terreaux. Nothing really gives it away from the street, and that's rather the point: you slip in here without drawing attention, in a lively part of the city centre.

The venue plays the discretion card outside and the sensuality card once you're through the door. Across 200 m², the place blends understatement with a warm atmosphere, a world away from flashy clubs.

What you'll find there

The space unfolds around a sauna, a hammam and a jacuzzi, rounded out by eight themed lounges where you can settle in with others. Fans of more assertive practices get access to an SM area, a sling and a backroom, not to mention video rooms and massage tables.

A bar lets you catch your breath between lounges. The manager, Nathalie Saulnier, personally keeps an eye on rule compliance and cleanliness, a point that comes up often in regulars' feedback.

Who comes here

The crowd is mixed and steady: couples, single women and single men cross paths depending on the time slot. Access is restricted to adults. Single women get in free, which helps balance attendance, though some visitors note that the male turnout varies a lot depending on the hour and the day.

Rates and hours

Couples pay 16 euros with two drinks included. A single man pays 50 euros during the day and 55 euros in the evening, always with two drinks included. Towels and lockers are included in the price, robes rent for 5 euros.

• Monday to Wednesday: 1pm to 7pm
• Thursday: 1pm to 7pm and 9pm to 1am
• Friday: 12pm to 7pm and 9pm to 2am
• Saturday: 2pm to 7pm and 9pm to 2am
• Sunday: 2pm to 7pm

What regulars say

Visitors highlight the meticulous cleanliness of the premises and a warm atmosphere, even if the venue stays less exposed and cosier than other Lyon clubs. The welcome given to single women and the discipline enforced by management are especially appreciated. The rates, seen as attractive compared to the competition, help keep a good chunk of the clientele coming back.