Best Hammam near me in Chaillot, Paris

A Turkish bath (aka a hammam) is a cleansing, circulation boosting experience that comprises a hot steam and body detox, and normally culminates in a restorative cup of tea. During your Turkish bath, you’ll be washed, exfoliated, washed again, and massaged.

Turkish baths are known to boost blood and lymph circulation, relieve sore muscles, detox and invigorate the body, and leave you feeling deeply relaxed.

Turkish baths are hot and humid, so side effects can include dizziness and headaches. If you are pregnant, or if you suffer from heart, venereal, or kidney issues, it’s advised that you don’t use a Turkish bath. You should also avoid them if you are sensitive to heat or if you are menstruating. If in doubt, check with your doctor to ask if Turkish baths are suitable for you.

Turkish baths last 45-90 minutes. They are open to the public, segregated by sex, and you’ll either be able to bathe naked or in your swimwear. If in doubt, check before you book.

The first part of the session will see an attendant lead you into the hot room for a relaxing steam before you’re washed in warm water, lathered in soap and possibly massaged. You’ll then be thoroughly scrubbed (exfoliated), lathered with soap, and rinsed with cold water. The attendant is likely to leave you here so you can either linger for longer in the heat or head to the warm room, before ending your session acclimatising in the cold room and enjoying a cup of Turkish tea or juice. This part is tip time for the attendants, so have some money ready.

Some people experience light-headedness and headaches due to the high temperatures and humidity levels. If you are pregnant, or if you suffer from heart, venereal, or kidney issues, it’s advised that you don’t use a Turkish bath. You should also avoid them if you are sensitive to heat or if you are menstruating. If in doubt, check with your doctor if they think your body will respond well to a Turkish bath.

You’re likely to pay around €70 for a traditional Turkish bath in Chaillot. Word of mouth recommendations are the best way to find a good provider, but if you don’t have that luxury, go online and search for Turkish baths (hammams) with excellent reviews.