Very popular in Scandinavian countries, the experience offered by LE
NORDIQUE SPA ET DÉTENTE is based on the concept of alternating
hot and cold temperatures over the course of 2 to 4 hours to achieve optimal
relaxation.
Step 1
Relax for 10 to 15 minutes in either the dry heat of our real
Finnish sauna or the pleasant humidity of our
hammam (Turkish steam bath).
Step 2
Once you are hot and sweating, cool yourself off rapidly by plunging for
several seconds into the refreshing cold waters of our
Nordic bath or the
Jacques-Cartier River, or, in winter,
directly into the snow.
This may seem harsh, but will be quite pleasant as long as your body is thoroughly
hot. This step is essential in order to close the skin pores and ensure complete
elimination of toxins.
Step 3
In order to allow your body to recuperate, relax in a
calm environment,
allowing yourself to appreciate the present moment, for as much time as
you had spent in the sauna or steam bath in Step 1.
Step 4
If you wish, continue to relax in the
outdoor jacuzzis, which are heated
12 months a year. The calming effect of the warm water and light massage
provided by the whirlpool jets completes your relaxation experience.
You can repeat these steps as many times as needed, although 2 to 3 cycles
are usually sufficient to attain a noticeably more relaxed state. For
those who desire a longer and even more relaxing experience, we offer
Swedish massages provided by professional registered massage therapists.
The Scandinavian bath experience provides many health benefits:
- Produces a relaxing and tonic effect
- Improves skin elasticity and firmness
- Eliminates toxins and deeply cleanses the skin
- Stimulates cardiovascular function
- Improves blood circulation
- Relieves muscle soreness
- Relieves colds and light asthmatic symptoms
- Helps weight loss
- Improves sleep
