Your visit to Kaiserbründl
Make time for yourself: settle in, choose the comfort that suits you and enjoy your visit at your own pace.
YOUR FIRST VISIT
First time at Kaiserbründl?
You can come on your own, and no experience is needed. Here is a short guide to how your visit begins.
Weihburggasse 18–20 · 1010 Vienna
The green door is the entrance.
Plan ahead
Check prices, opening hours and the event programme before you set off.
Arrive
Feel free to tell reception that it is your first visit. Our team can help with questions.
Find your way
One bath towel is included. After changing and showering, take your time exploring the house.
Your own pace
You can simply relax. Encounters are voluntary; you decide what you feel comfortable with.
Ages 18+ · One bath towel included · No photography or video recording
Locker or cabin – what suits you?
Choose either a lockable locker for your clothes or your own private, lockable cabin for your stay. Only the VIP cabin includes an additional locker on request.
At reception you receive a wristband with a chip. It opens the locker or cabin allocated to you.
Locker
Keep it simple
For a sauna visit focused on enjoying the shared facilities.
- A lockable locker for your clothes
- No private cabin included in this admission
Cubicle »Standard«
Your private retreat
When you would like a room of your own between enjoying the facilities.
- Your own private, lockable cabin for your stay
- Standard cabins on the first floor, upstairs
Cubicle »Historical«
Privacy with history
Enjoy your time out in Kaiserbründl’s historic atmosphere.
- Your own private, lockable cabin for your stay
- Historic cabins on the ground floor
Cubicle »VIP«
More comfort, more extras
For a visit with a separate VIP area and additional comforts.
- Your own private, lockable VIP cabin for your stay
- Access to the separate VIP area
- Shower and hygiene facilities shared with the other VIP guests
- A bathrobe and a coffee speciality included
- A locker included on request
Shared-use admission is available for cabins. Check the relevant category in the price list for additional access, occupancy and included services. View the full price list
What feels good today?
Unwind in the water, enjoy the warmth, have something to eat or meet new people: make your visit feel right for you.
Questions about your visit
Visiting for the first time or still have a question? Find the essential answers for your visit here.
Arrive & feel at home
What is Kaiserbründl?
Kaiserbründl is a historic men's sauna in central Vienna: a place for sauna, relaxation and encounters among men. Explore our facilities and the house.
Can I come alone or as a first-time visitor?
Yes. You can come on your own, and no experience is needed. No registration is required – just drop in. Feel free to tell reception that it is your first visit; our team can help with questions about the visit or finding your way around. You decide how to spend your time. Physical contact is not a requirement for visiting.
Who is welcome, and what is the minimum age?
Guests aged 18 and over who feel that a men's sauna is the right setting for them are welcome. This can include trans, queer and non-binary people. As a general rule, we do not ask about identity, bodies or legal gender at the entrance. See Admission & Respect for the rules for regular sauna visits and special events.
Where are you and when are you open?
Find us at Weihburggasse 18–20, 1010 Vienna, at the green door. Regular hours are Sunday to Friday, 2 pm to midnight, and Saturday, 2 pm to 2 am. Special events may have different hours. Directions & contact
When is it busier?
Weekends, evenings and events tend to be busier. The first guests are often already waiting when we open. Attendance varies from day to day, and the weather plays a part too, so we cannot guarantee how busy or quiet it will be. You can find upcoming dates in our events programme.
And with you here, things are already a little livelier.
How accessible is Kaiserbründl?
Physical accessibility at Kaiserbründl is very limited. When it was built 137 years ago, other priorities unfortunately took precedence. The different areas do not have step-free access, and there is no lift. If you have questions about accessibility, please contact us before visiting so you can decide whether the facilities meet your needs.
What can help if I do not speak German or English?
Our website is available in German, English, Hungarian, Czech, Slovak, Italian, French and Spanish. A translation app can help with other languages. You can prepare your question and show the translated text to our team at reception.
We can help in many languages in the chat here on our website. Feel free to write in your own language. A real person from our team will reply personally, so sometimes an answer may take a little longer. Thank you for your patience!
At Kaiserbründl, we know a thing or two about life’s simple pleasures. And if words fail, a few gestures and a smile will help us understand each other.
Admission & essentials
How much is admission?
Our price list shows the current locker and cabin rates and other services. Special events may have their own admission prices and conditions.
Do discounts also apply at events?
It depends on the event. No discounts apply on event days. For other events, check the individual details: regular offers and discounts do not automatically apply. The general price list does not replace event admission conditions.
Do I need to bring ID?
You generally do not need to show ID for your visit. If you would like to use an age-based rate, please bring valid photo ID as proof of age.
How do payments with the chip wristband work?
You pay for admission at reception when you arrive. During your visit, all additional purchases and services are charged to your chip wristband. Before you leave, you settle the full outstanding balance on your wristband at reception.
Can I pay by card or smartphone?
Yes. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, V PAY and girocard, as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
What is the difference between a locker and a cabin?
A locker is lockable storage for your clothes. A cabin admission gives you your own private, lockable cabin for your stay. Your chip wristband opens the locker or cabin allocated to you. Standard cabins are upstairs on the first floor; historic cabins are on the ground floor. VIP includes additional comforts and access to a separate VIP area, with shower and hygiene facilities shared with the other VIP guests. Only the VIP cabin includes an additional locker on request. Compare the four options here.
Do I need my own towel or flip-flops?
One bath towel is included in admission. Extra towels and flip-flops are available to hire for a fee. See the price list for current conditions.
Are condoms and lubricant available?
Free condoms are available at reception and at the bar. Lubricant and other accessories can be purchased at reception.
Can I charge my smartphone?
Yes. You can rent Charge 7 power banks at Kaiserbründl for a fee to charge your smartphone.
Relax & enjoy
What sauna and wellness facilities are there?
The house has two saunas, including a bio sauna, a steam room, a pool, and areas for relaxation and encounters. See our facilities for an overview.
Can I book a massage?
Classic massages can be arranged at reception during opening hours. See Massage and the price list for durations and rates.
Can I choose my massage therapist?
Depending on availability, you can choose from the massage therapists who are present. Our reception team will be happy to tell you who is on duty and introduce you to the therapists in person if you wish.
Out of respect for our staff’s privacy, we do not publish photographs or personal profiles of the massage therapists.
Are food and drinks available?
Yes, Kaiserbründl has a bar and a restaurant. You can also visit the restaurant in everyday clothes without using the sauna. View the menu
Can I simply relax?
Of course. Encounters are voluntary. Enjoy the sauna, unwind or have a conversation without any obligation to have physical contact. Always respect other people's boundaries.
Respect & events
What are the rules on respect and privacy?
Mutual consent, personal boundaries and privacy come first. Follow our house rules and the team's instructions. Photography and video recording are prohibited throughout Kaiserbründl. It’s best to leave your smartphone in your locker or cabin.
Where can I find the current programme?
Regular offers are listed in the weekly programme. Find parties and special dates under Special Events. Each event lists its programme, times and admission conditions.
Who can help if I have a question or feel uncomfortable?
Please speak to our team – straight away if you feel faint or physically unwell. We can help with questions about the house and take concerns about boundaries, respectful behaviour or uncomfortable situations seriously.
Sauna heat puts a strain on your circulation. You should feel well and able to tolerate the heat. If you feel dizzy or nauseous, end your sauna session and ask for help. If you have a heart or circulatory condition, or are unsure, get medical advice before using the sauna.
Read more under Admission & Respect.
Where can I find public-holiday and special opening hours?
Regular hours are listed under Prices & opening hours. For public holidays and overnight events, also check the current event programme: an event may continue into the next day, and there may be a closure between events and regular opening. Check the specific date and the details of the event.
We announce special opening hours and closure dates on our website and in the calendar. We also keep them up to date in map services.
Admission & Mutual Respect
Kaiserbründl is a men’s sauna — a protected space for adults seeking relaxation, downtime, connection, and also sexuality among men.
The venue looks back on a long and multifaceted history and, to this day, stands for openness, character, and respect. For that very reason, we take a deliberately gentle and respectful approach to admission.
Who Is Welcome
We welcome guests aged 18 and over who see themselves in this setting and feel that Kaiserbründl is the right place for them.
This may also include trans people as well as queer or non-binary persons, provided they consciously choose this space as the right setting for themselves and respect the character of a men’s sauna.
We know that some people have experienced rejection in their lives and that a person’s path is not always a straight one. Trans people in particular often experience this in a very personal way. Kaiserbründl is therefore also meant to be a place where you can switch off, take a deep breath, and leave some of those worries behind for a few hours.
Our Door Policy
At the door, we do not ask questions about identity, body, or civil status, and we do not require proof or explanations. What matters is an honest self-check: Is a men’s sauna the right place for me?
Women are not admitted during regular sauna operation.
Different rules may apply for certain special events, such as the Soulparty. In that case, please contact the respective event organiser directly.
What Applies To Everyone
Love wins — love prevails.
Respect, openness, and dignity come first for us.
Respect yourself. Respect others. And be respected.
Boundary violations, humiliation, harassment, or discriminatory behaviour have no place here.
Colourful personalities enrich Kaiserbründl.
Different life experiences and forms of expression are welcome, as long as the character of the venue is respected.
If You Need Support
If you unexpectedly feel uncomfortable or have a negative experience while visiting us, please speak to our team. Our staff will take your concern seriously, support you within the scope of operations, and can, where possible, offer you a quieter space to retreat.
Please note, however, that our team cannot provide pastoral, therapeutic, or psychological support.
And In The End
Perhaps the most important thing in the end is this: once you have placed your clothes in the locker and wrapped the towel around your waist with a smile, all differences become very small for a few hours.
Enjoy your time at Kaiserbründl!
Guest Rules / House Rules
Upon entry, you conclude a contract with Kaiserbründl with the following content.
- The entrance fee for a box or changing room must always be paid in advance.
- Towels and bathing shoes are not to be left anywhere in the restaurant, but must be returned to the cash desk together with the key chip when leaving.
- When leaving the premises, nothing is to be left behind in boxes or cabins and the door is to be locked again.
- Valuables such as jewelry, watches, money, credit cards, glasses, keys, cell phones, handbags and wallets etc. must be deposited at the cash desk, otherwise there is no liability for theft or loss and this is excluded.
- The locks of all changing rooms and cabins are patented. If the key chip is lost, it must be purchased anew and programmed again. The costs of 20 € will be passed on to the customer.
- The key number must be shown automatically at each consumption and will be credited to it; all consumptions must be paid for together when leaving.
- It is not permitted to take food or drinks into the Kaiserbründl.
- Guests are obliged to maintain the utmost cleanliness in all rooms and are requested to leave them as clean as they would like to find them.
- No empty glasses, wet towels or other items are to be left behind in cabins and darkrooms.
- It is strictly forbidden to bring candles.
- Out of consideration for other guests, it is also not permitted to block individual cabins in the basement for hours on end.
- We ask you to respect the privacy and intimacy of the other guests.
- Furthermore: No prostitution, no hotel, no drugs / NO PROSTITUTION, NO HOTEL, NO DRUGS.
- Kaiserbründl reserves the right to deny access to persons whose admission appears questionable without stating reasons.
- Guests are obliged to follow the instructions of the staff without restriction. This also applies if a guest is of the opinion that the instruction given to them is not justified.
- Anyone who contravenes the guest regulations or objects to the instructions of the staff can be expelled from the premises without entitlement to a refund of the entrance fee. In such cases, a visit ban can also be issued for the future.
- Sauna infusions are only available every half hour. At the beginning of the infusion is the table with the inscription “Infusion, please do not disturb!” To turn. Entering the sauna chamber must be avoided during the infusion.
- Due to the risk of fire, do not hang a wet towel to dry by the sauna heater.
- The doors of the sauna and steam room must be kept closed at all times.
- Smoking is prohibited in the entire area.
For wishes, suggestions or complaints, the employee at the cash desk is the contact person. There is also a letterbox for such messages on the upper floor to the left of the staircase or you can send us an e-mail to office@kaiserbruendl.at
We wish you a pleasant stay.