‘A candlelit spa, followed by an ice-cold plunge and a nightcap’: readers’ favourite European wellbeing breaks

The Guardian reports: From a historic bathhouse in Sweden to forest bathing in Croatia, readers share their favourite places to relax and recharge • Tell us about a small European ski resort – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher Tucked away off a pretty shopping street in a beautiful art nouveau building is one of Stockholm’s oldest spas, Centralbadet where a day ticket costs from £23.

Swimming by candlelight is a treat.

This travel story centres on Sweden. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include European, Croatia and Tucked.

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Location

Sweden · Europe

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

9 Oct 2026, 11:30 IST

Key names

European, Croatia, Tucked, Stockholm

Section

Travel

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