PLUTO SAUNA

GAY SAUNA ESSEN – PLUTO SAUNA

the men’s bathhouse – enjoy : PLUTO

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GAY SAUNA ESSEN – PLUTO SAUNA

ENJOY : PLUTO

Our motto “ENJOY : PLUTO” is our program – because we want your visit to the PLUTO gay sauna to be a truly enjoyable experience.

Our popular sauna infusions, carefully curated Spotify playlists, attention to cleanliness and hygiene, our service standards, and ongoing structural improvements all contribute to this goal. We continuously work to ensure that you have a great time with us.

You should be able to relax here, feel entertained, experience excitement, and know that you are in a safe place. We see ourselves as a safe space.

Have you never been to PLUTO and are wondering what to expect? “A beautiful sauna – clearly a wellness establishment!” is how the city administration of Essen summarized it in

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January 2022 after an extensive tour through the world of PLUTO. And that’s exactly what it is – so let’s step inside together.

The inconspicuous entrance of the PLUTO gay sauna on Viehofer Straße still marks the beginning of the narrow former cinema passage. But once you pass the reception area, one of the largest men’s saunas in Germany opens up before you. You will be surprised! Spread across approximately 1,600 sqm over three spacious floors, you can finally leave everyday life behind.

First, you enter the generously sized changing area, where around 400 lockers line up side by side. This is where everyday life – with all its badges and burdens – is left behind, a towel is wrapped around your waist, and you simply follow your instincts toward pleasure.

From here, you move naturally into the central bar and lounge area on the middle level. Among other things, you will find the large Finnish sauna with a panoramic window overlooking the swimming pool with counter-current system. You can reach the upper and lower levels via spacious spiral staircases that still reflect the 1960s architecture of the former hardware department store.

On the upper floor, you will find a cinema train, relaxation cabins, and numerous cruising areas. On the lower level, you can enjoy a 4 × 4 meter bubbling whirlpool, an oriental-inspired hammam with a large heated marble slab, our new XXL labyrinth steam sauna, a sanarium with temperatures between 50°C and 60°C, and various other wellness options for relaxing and indulging yourself.

And there are plenty of people here looking to enjoy themselves – at any time of day or night, you will meet like-minded visitors from a catchment area that extends into the Netherlands and Belgium. On weekends, up to 600 sauna guests are spread throughout the day across the different levels of our spacious venue.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Sehr schöne Wellnessanlage für Männer. Gemischtes Publikum großteils sehr nett. Besonders gut gefallen hat mir der Whirlpool die Dampfsauna und der heisse Nabelstein. Die Musikauswahl gefällt mir sehr gut und Öffnungszeiten bis 6 Uhr morgens sind super wenn man mit Öffis unterwegs ist. Update 26.06.26 Whirlpool war viel zu kalt - deswegen praktisch immer leer,. Hammam-Bereich nicht geheizt. Was nützen hohe Außentemperaturen wenn Innen der Whirlpool nicht geheizt wird. Zur Abkühlung gibt es bereits den grossen Pool neben der Sauna. Update 11.07.2026 Whirlpool wieder warm - Hammam Bereich immer noch komplett ungeheizt. Dampfbad auch zu wenig Temperatur. In der Türkei und Nordafrika wird der Hammam auch bei Außentemperaturen von 40 Grad geheizt - den kalt zu lassen nur weil Sommer ist - kann nur an einem Mangel an Wissen über Saunakultur liegen, oder man will einfach Energiekosten sparen. Update 20.07.26 Hammam wieder schön warm - gleich benutzt. Dampfbad und Whirlpool sind noch etwas zu kühl. Update 02.08.26 Trotz hohen Außentemperaturen war Hammam gut geheizt und auch Whirlpool in Ordnung. Update 04.09.26 Whirlpool zu kalt - sollte 36-37 Grad haben. Dampfbad auch zu kühl daher teilweise kaum Dampf. Hammam und andere Bereiche alles super.
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12 days ago
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Ich war sehr beeindruckt von dem Publikum wie freundlich und zu vor kommt sie sind das Ambiente ist sehr schön 👍 Sauna und alles andere war sehr sauber 👍😊
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18 days ago
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very nice and clean and well maintained sauna. Only one negative thing the wirlpool was cold. Not sure if its a one thing. normally a wirlpool should be around 35c. Personel is very friendly.
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22 days ago
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Also ich habe hier etwas gemischte Gefühle . Grundsätzlich finde ich die vielen Räumlichkeiten in der Sauna sehr cool . Allerdings sollte man , wenn man vielleicht das erste Mal in so einem Komplex ist , aufpassen . Ich wurde nach dem Besuch von einem multiplen Superinfekt überrascht und war erstmal 5-6 wochen flach gelegen und musste da ich gerade auf Weltreise war bei meinem HNO Arzt in der Praxis schlafen . Klar , das kann überall passieren auch im Schwimmbad in jeder feucht warmen Atmosphäre . Darüber muss man sich bewusst sein . Der schwarzhaarige Chinese an der Anmeldung war allerdings nicht so mega freundlich . Die süßen braunhaarigen Twinks an der Anmeldung allerdings sind zum Anbeißen . Also grundsätzlich eine Empfehlung , allerdings sollte man sich der Gefahren bewusst sein die im Becken lauern und sehr auf seine eigene Hygiene auch achten .
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30 days ago
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Fijne sauna, vriendelijk personeel en een fijne sfeer.
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Guten Tag Ich und mein Freund waren am 07.08-08.08.2026 in eurer Anlage Gaysauna Pluto in Essen. War sehr überrascht was sich da nach fast zwanzig Jahren als ich das letzte mal in der Sauna war , damals hies Sie noch Phönixsauna in Essen verändert hat. War überrascht über die grösse und das Angebot, und Personal jung dynamisch sehr freundlich so das man sich sehr wohlfühlen kann. Kann Sie nur sehr weiter emfehlen.
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32 days ago
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Nach langer Zeit war ich endlich mal wieder in der Pluto Sauna in Essen. Was soll ich sagen? Ich habe mich sofort wieder wie früher gefühlt, absolut wohlgesehen und hatte unglaublich viel Spaß! Die gesamte Anlage ist blitzblank sauber und das gesamte Team ist durchweg sehr freundlich. Ein ganz besonderes Lob geht an Stefan: Mit ihm kann man sich nicht nur hervorragend und nett unterhalten, er ist auch extrem freundlich. Man merkt einfach, dass er seine Arbeit sehr ernst nimmt und einen fantastischen Job macht! Ich komme definitiv wieder öfter. Vielen Dank für den tollen Aufenthalt!
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Ich bin das erste Mal da gewesen. Es war ein sehr schöner Aufenthalt. Das war nicht der letzte Besuch in der PLUTO. Kann ich nur empfehlen!!! Geht hin und genießt einen Tag wie im Urlaub
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46 days ago
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Ansonsten ist die Sauna sehr schön Bedienung sehr nett Gastronomi auch sehr gut und wenn ich als älterer keinen jüngeren mitkriege dann ist das so .Kann ich mit leben . Bis demnächst
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59 days ago
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Meiner Meinung nach ist die Pluto eine der besten Saunen die es gibt… es ist bei jedem Besuch alles sauber, das Personal ist nett, alles funktioniert und wenn nicht wird flott versucht zu improvisieren wie mit der Saunatüre… das Publikum ist auch total bunt gemischt und von jung bis alt ist für jeden was dabei. Cool finde ich auch die Rabattaktion für unter 29 jährige 👍 Ein echter Wohlfühl Ort direkt im Ruhrgebiet:) Dankeschön 🙃
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79 days ago
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Ich habe mich super wohl gefühlt bei euch. Der Bereich samt Bar und Sitzmöglichkeiten sorgt für eine entspannte Atmosphäre , die Cruisingmöglichkeiten sind vielfältig, das Publikum ziemlich respektvoll und dazu sehr heiß ;) Ich komme gerne wieder!
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80 days ago
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Mega Sauna tolles Personal Preis auch ok einfach top eins bemängel ich die Boys laufen hin und her grins greift zu jungs
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80 days ago
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Mooie, ruime locatie met vele en schone faciliteiten en divers, vriendelijk publiek. Ik kom er graag nog een keer! Alleen wel een beetje jammer dat mijn badslippers waren gestolen, maar ik denk niet dat het personeel daar wat aan kan doen :)
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86 days ago
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Deze sauna is super mooi en gezellig . Met een fijn zwembad ( voor mij aan de koude kant )
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Ontem estive na Pluto e vi como melhorou… as luzes da sauna a vapor fora ajustadas , ja que antes estava exageradamente clara , agora tem uma meia luz vermelha , gerando um clima ótimo, antes as pessoas não estavam a vontade com a claridade e ontem , rolou muita diversão no vapor , as luzem tbm foram diminuídas no labirinto ao lado da cama de pedra o que ficou extremamente ótimo , uma luz suficiente pra nas esbarrar nas coisas mas também não exagerada para inibir a diversão … paragens pelos ajustes , ontem se pode notar o quanto os clientes ficaram animados Outro ponto foi a reforma do labirinto do andar superior , ficou mais amplo , e divertido …. Parabéns pelos ajustes , os clientes agradecem
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93 days ago
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Ga zeker nog eens. Leuke schone goed onderhouden sauna leuk bar personeel. Ga er zeker meer komen. Enige negatieve is dat de wirlpool koud was. hoop dat die de volgende keer warm is
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Super Sauna - bin Stammgast - aber dass ihr kein Pils mehr vom Fass habt ist echt mies und ein Rückschritt. Auch die Musik könnte durchaus besser sein.
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Grandios Heutzutage muss man in NRW wirklich bescheuert sein, als queerer Mann mit Lust auf Entspannung oder mehr noch woanders als hierhin zu gehen. Bei anderen stimmen nämlich weder Sauberkeit, noch System, noch Service. Jeder kommt hier auf seine Kosten: Alle Altersklassen, alle Typen von Saunabesuchern. 3 Etagen sorgen für reichlich Abwechslung und Spaß. Im Gegensatz zur Phönix in Köln sind Handys innerhalb des Theken- und Gastrobereichs nicht erlaubt, aber das ist verschmerzbar. Denn hier gilt die Devise: Raus aus dem Alltag, rein ins Weekend Feeling. Die dort arbeitenden Jungs geben sich richtig Mühe und lassen es den Gästen an nichts missen. Ich bin begeistert! Ich hoffe, ihr auch, wenn ihr demnächst mal die Pluto besucht. LG Rafa :-)
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116 days ago
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Sauberste Sauna ever! Wurde an der Schleuse freundlich empfangen und mir wurden die Räumlichkeiten kurz geschildert. Handtuch und Badelatschen gab es dazu, schnell um/aus gezogen und dann hab ich mich auf Erkundung gemacht, über drei Etagen kann man hier „entspannen“ Wobei ich die Sauna im UG am besten fand. Es warm zur Mittagszeit eher ältere Herren zugegen die recht nervig sein können. Gegen 21h werden die. Gäste dann merklich jünger, der Service ist regelmäßig unterwegs um auf zu füllen und den Müll zu leeren. Es war überall immer sauber. Die Getränke an der Bar waren vom Preis echt human, Der große Pool ist kalt, richtig kalt , gefühlt 6cm, in echt 4cm😉 Im UG ist der Pool ein wenig wärmer. Fazit: ein besuch lohnt sich, aber erst zur Abend Stunde, meine Meinung! Jeder Geschmack ist halt anders.
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119 days ago
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GREAT SAUNA TIME
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126 days ago
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All you need is Pluto. It was so good. I had a great time. I will return as much as possible.
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126 days ago
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Schon seit meinem ersten Besuch bin ich überaus begeistert von der Pluto-Sauna. Ich kann sie nur weiterempfehlen. Bin sehr dankbar dafür, dass sie mir empfohlen wurde.
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128 days ago
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Très beau sauna. Beaucoup de monde, des mecs de tous les âges. Eau du jacuzzi un peu froide. Je me suis bien amusé lors de ma visite.
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138 days ago
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Die Pluto ist die beste Gaysauna hier in NRW. Ich fahre dafür 120 Kilometer. Sehr freundliches, aufmerksames Personal und die Sauna ist sehr sauber ! Personal ist sehr bemüht, einen angenehmen Aufenthalt zu gestalten. Ich fahre seit über 10 Jahren dahin und es ist jedesmal wieder ein Erlebnis! Danke für Euren Einsatz!
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141 days ago
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Am Sonntag war ich wieder in der Pluto Sauna 👍 wie immer ein super schöner Besuch in Deutschlands Sauna Nr.1👍Eine super nette und nicht selbstverständliche Geste war für mich das alle Heissgetränke frei waren.Und man konnte auch sehr gut saunieren und entspannen in der kleinen Trockensauna. Vielen Dank an das super tolle Pluto Team, ihr seid für mich wie immer spitze!!!
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148 days ago
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Beste Gaysauna in Deutschland. Ich war am Donnerstag Abend dort und es hat mir gut gefallen. Mit dem Social Media-Passwort war der Eintritt günstiger. Abends gab es intensive Aufgüsse vom sehr netten Personal. Man muss nur gut auf seine Handtücher aufpassen, sonst sind sie weg. Vielleicht kann die Pluto Sauna hier mal was verbessern (z.B. verschiedenfarbige Handtücher, mehr und bessere Ablageflächen, einen kostenlosen Handtuchtausch pro Aufenthalt). Ich komme jedenfalls gerne wieder.
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162 days ago
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I’ve been to a lot of sauna’s around Europe and this will always be my favorite! Nicest staff, reasonable entree prices and for drinks and three clean, hygienic floors.
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163 days ago
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Verstehe die 1 - 2 Sterne Bewertunge nicht aber kann es mir schon denken! Drama-Queen´s gab´s nämlich schon immer oder welche, die zu kurz gekommen sind und nun rumnörgeln! Meine Bewertungen: Ich würde 4,5 geben -runde ich mal auf;) Größe: nicht zu toppen -sollte klar sein auf 3 Etagen! Rückzugsmöglichkeiten: selbst wenn es voll ist, bestehen noch genügend Möglichkeiten! Sauaambiente: im Prinzip alles was man braucht! Viele Liegen gibt es allerdings nicht - werden anscheinend aber auch kaum genutzt! Die 0,5 Sterne Abzug gibts aufgrund fehlendem Frischluftbereich /Außenbereich. Personal: ist freundlich -noch nie anders erlebt! Publikum: sehr gute Durchmischung (an Sonntagen zumindest-Rest kann nicht bewertet werden). Ab 15/ 16 Uhr wirds voll! Fazit: Vergichen mit anderen Saunen top! Sollen die 1 Sterne Leute doch nach Bielefeld oder Stuttgart gehen und da in der Sauna versauern;)
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165 days ago
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Pluto Sauna in het mooie Essen is een leuke en vriendelijke Gay / Bi / Hetero Sauna .Waar elke man zich thuis moet voelen ik zelf vermaak mij er elk weekend prima . Vriendelijk personeel leuke bezoekers & elk weekend is het anders . Ook zijn hier leuke Party's zoals Young Stars XXL vind ik zelf een leuke party om te bezoeken . Reis elk weekend met de trein naar Essen met het Duitsland Ticket lekker goedkoop reizen . zo kan ik gewoon elk weekend heerlijk ontspannen en plezier hebben in de PLUTO SAUNA kan het elke Nederlander aanraden om hier eens te gaan kijken naar het sluiten van Steamworks in Arnhem is dit toch de beste sauna met 1600 m2 plezier
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172 days ago
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Ist das die beste Männersauna in Deutschland? Meiner Meinung nach schon. Allein ihr Stil gefällt mir, zum Beispiel das Licht Konzept. Die Servicekräfte waren bisher alle sehr freundlich. Die Sauberkeit stimmt auch immer. Wenn du horny bist, dann findet sich normalerweise immer jemand zum Spaß haben. Und wenn du dich einfach nur nett unterhalten willst, dann klappt das auch im Regelfall. Fazit: alles bestens.
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Amazing service, I love German Sauna . Staff super friendly and professional. Until next time 😊😊
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178 days ago
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Ich war jetzt in den letzten 3 Wochen 3 mal dort absolut gigantisch dieses Vielfalt an unterschiedlichen Gästen absolut beeindruckend wie hoch frequentiert die Pluto ist tolle Aufgüsse ! Super wohltuende Massage 💆‍♂️ gute Getränke und gute Speisen und absolut das wichtigste sauber und sehr reinlich das ist auch das Höchste Gebot - Fazit vollumfänglich empfehlenswert 5 Sterne 🌟 in Allen Kategorien weiter so Bravo und Danke ^^ Beste Grüße der Google Giude Aus - Stuttgart 😘❤️🤙❤️💯👍👌😎🌟
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180 days ago
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Seit mehreren Jahren bin ich regelmäßig in der PLUTO und kann mit voller Überzeugung sagen, dass sie zu den besten Männer-Saunen in Deutschland gehört – wenn nicht sogar die beste. Das Team ist immer freundlich, aufmerksam und hilfsbereit, sodass man sich sofort willkommen fühlt. Besonders hervorzuheben sind die stündlichen Aufgüsse am Donnerstag, Samstag und Sonntag – die sind jedes Mal ein echtes Highlight und werden richtig gut gemacht. Mein persönliches Highlight ist aber der Hamam-Bereich mit den heißen Steinen. So etwas habe ich in dieser Form in vielen anderen Saunen noch nicht erlebt. Dort kann ich perfekt abschalten, entspannen und den stressigen Alltag hinter mir lassen. Die wohltuende Wärme ist jedes Mal eine echte Wohltat für meinen Rücken.
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188 days ago
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The best sauna I went to : Spacious, lot of quality equipment, everything is very clean, the staff is nice and friendly, the population is cool and diverse... It was a great first time at Pluto, I'll return another few times :)
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193 days ago
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Die Sauna ist ein Ort zum Wohlfühlen. Vielen Dank an alle Mitarbeiter, die den Gästen ein ganz besonderes Gefühl vermitteln. Die Sauberkeit, das Personal und das Ambiente sind hervorragend. Im unteren sowie im oberen Bereich kommt jeder auf seine Kosten. Bei den Youngstar-Events ist der Eintritt günstiger, dementsprechend ist das Publikum dort auch jünger. Ich besuche die Sauna sehr gerne gemeinsam mit meinem Partner.
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213 days ago
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Als Kölner bin ich öfters in Essen. Warum wohl? Ich glaube, hier ist eine der besten Saunen in ganz Deutschland, vielleicht sogar in Europa.
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220 days ago
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Pluto is een mooie sauna met veel mogelijkheden, vriendelijk personeel, hoe ik ook liep het marmer gedeelte wat op de site staan ben ik niet tegen gekomen. Ook al heb ik niet gescoord jammer misschien dan volgende keer beter, vanaf mijn woonplaats in Nederland is het ruim 2 uur rijden.
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225 days ago
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Hallo Pluto, herzlichen Glückwunsch zum 10- jährigen. Ich glaube, es muss so weit sein (Dezember 2015 Eröffnung). Bin auch schon 10 Jahre Gast bei euch. Bis dahin, macht weiter so.
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225 days ago
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Ein riesiges Lob an das Reinigungsteam vor allem an "Chris" mit ihrer besonders höflichen, humorvollen und zuvorkommenden Art mit Gästen umzugehen! Habe mich selten so gut aufgehoben gefühlt :-) und auch ein Danke an das Personal hinter der Bar ihr habt mir meine Wünsche von den Lippen abgelesen. Für mich ist es die beste Gay-Sauna deutschlandweit !! Macht weiter so, liebe Grüße, Mario
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233 days ago
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Passt alles Großes Angebot, alles was man sich wünschen kann ist da. Alle Anlagen sind in Ordnung und gut gepflegt. Die Atmosphäre habe ich als entspannt empfungen, Personal und Gäste wirkten sehr höflich. Ein überraschend großes Abkühlbecken, fast zum Schwimmen geeignet. Das Bar-Angebot ist vielfältig und nicht überteuert. Hier werde ich wohl öfter auftauchen.
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244 days ago
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De mooiste gay sauna van de Benelux en een groot gedeelte van Duitsland..zeer vriendelijk, schoon en leuk gevarieerd publiek...komen er regelmatig, voor ons ongeveer 50 min rijden...een echte aanrader
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249 days ago
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Pluto Sauna im Essen ist sehr schön , groß mit eine Pool sowie großen Whirlpool. Eine der besten Gay Saunas Deutschlandweit
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Entspannung pur Ich, 55,bi, war am Freitag erstmalig in einer Gaysauna. Bin voll auf meine Kosten gekommen, vor allen in der Oberen Etage: Nacked Only, da ging es heiß her. Dampflabyrinth zu dunkel, könnte man Panik bekommen, leider keine Aufgüsse am Freitag. Pool zu kalt bei der Sauna. Sonst alles top.
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263 days ago
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Top Adresse zum Entspannen Ich, 55,bi, war das erste Mal in einer Gaysauna. Es war ein riesen Erlebnis, vor allen im Bereich Nacked Only im Obergeschoss ging es heiß her, bin voll auf meine Kosten gekommen. Leider gab es am Freitag keine Aufgüsse. Dampflabyrinth war mir zu dunkel, habe teilweise die Orientierung verloren. Musik dürfte insgesamt leiser. Komme gerne wieder
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272 days ago
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Ich geh sehr gerne in die Pluto in Essen, sei es um einfach mal zu entspannen bei ein paar Saunagängen, oder auch um Spaß zu Haben mit Gleichgesinnten 😉
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283 days ago
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The nicest facilities that I’ve been to.
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288 days ago
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Es very nice sauna .. big .. clean .. but es very Good idea if some saturday put Djs for more fun and dance will be top
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War am Freitag (21.11.) da und zur Überraschung aller Gäste fiel "Naked" aufgrund von Personalmangel aus. Hier wäre vorab eine Info ganz hilfreich gewesen, da viele genau aus diesem Grund kommen. Ansonsten war es wie immer ganz chillig und auch sauber, das Personal wie immer sehr freundlich und aufmerksam. Vielleicht könnte man ja auch mal für die Tage an denen es Aufgüsse gibt irgendwelche neuen Highlights bringen wie z.B. Salzaufguss oder Fichtenaufguss. Komme immer wieder gerne.
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Mit großer Vorfreude und etwas Ungewissheit letzte Woche euch das erste mal besucht. Sofort wird man freundlich an der Kasse empfangen und sämtliche Fragen inwieweit man welche hat werden beantwortet und das sehr freundlich. Nach dem kurzen Auskleiden, erstmal eine Überblick verschaffen... Toll was hier geboten wird an Saunen *Finische, Dampfsauna, Sauna mit niedriger Temperatur) und Möglichkeiten für Rückzugsorte. So verging die Zeit schneller als man ahnte und die morgendliche Schließzeit kam !gefühlt! unerwartet. *gibt es eigentlich irgendwo ne Uhr außer im eigenen Spind*? Da ich mich nicht auskannte habe ich mich in der Dampfsauna voran getastet... (War wohl "unerwartet" net allein) Schön war, dass leute in jedem Alter dort anzutreffen waren und somit für jeden was dabei sein sollte. Unklar war mir jedoch, das es auch was zum Mampfen bei euch gibt. Das wird beim nächsten mal getestet.

OPENING HOURS

  • Open 365 days a year
  • Monday to Thursday: 12:00 to 06:00
  • Friday open continuously from 12:00 to 06:00 Monday morning.
  • Open all day on public holidays.
  • Maximum length of stay: 24 hours. For each additional hour or part thereof, € 3,- will be charged.

days open

square meters of fun

years’ worth of experience

more than 480 top google ratings

EVENT CALENDAR

 
 

PRICES

STANDARD RATE

STANDARD RATE

  • Card valid for max. 24 hours
  • € 3,- will be charged for each additional hour or part thereof
  • Incl. towel hire

Slipper hire: € 2,-
Towel change: € 2,-
Loss of towel: € 10,-

€28

4-card

€ 14,- saved on the standard rate

€98

10-card

€ 62,- saved on the standard rate

€218

ECONOMY RATES

EARLY PLUTO*

Mon. to Fri. 12.00 to 13.00 hrs.

€18

WEEKEND STARTER

Sat., Sun. and public holidays 08.00 to 12.00.

€23

NIGHT@PLUTO*

Sun. to Thu. from 24.00 hrs.

€13

BOYS UP TO 29

Discounted rate for all including 29 years. We need your ID as proof of age.

€18

2 HOURS*

The 2-hour tariff for all those who have little time. In-Fun-Out and the day is beautiful.

€23

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Is it your birthday? Congratulations, today you’ll pay nothing for the standard ticket. ID required as proof of age.

€0

* Saver fares marked with ‘*’ are only valid from Monday to Friday. And not valid on Tuesdays at youngSTARS from 6 pm to midnight and not valid on public holidays.

WEEKDAY SPECIALS

MO

open from 12 noon until Tuesday 6 am

BLUE CARD MONDAY*

For every standard entry, we’ll give you a €23 discount voucher for your next visit on another Monday within 30 days. Not redeemable on the same day and on public holidays!

€28

Monthly on Mondays September until May:

DOCTOR HURRIES

From October to April, the doctor will examine you once a month anonymously and free of charge for sexually transmitted diseases. An initiative in co-operation with AIDS-Hilfe Essen.
Monthly on Mondays between 7.30 and 9.30 pm.

Next Dates: 28.09.26, 19.10.26, 23.11.26, 25.01.27, 22.02.27, 22.03.27, 26.04.27, 31.05.27

TU

open from 12 noon until Wednesday 6 am

CHILLIN‘ TUESDAY*

Pure relaxation with chillout music

CHILLIN‘ TUESDAY*

Pure relaxation with chillout music

First Tuesday Top Special (monthly):

youngSTARS

The meeting place for guys under 30 in NRW!

For all U30s: admission 15 incl. 10 drinks voucher.

  • Valid from 6 pm to midnight.
  • ID required as proof of age.
  • For all over 29 the standard rate applies.
  • Infusions every hour from 6pm to 10pm.
  • Hanky-Code-Bracelets

 

€28

First Tuesday Top Special (monthly):

youngSTARS

The meeting place for guys under 30 in NRW!

For all U30s: admission 15 incl. 10 drinks voucher.

  • Valid from 6 pm to midnight.
  • ID required as proof of age.
  • For all over 29 the standard rate applies.
  • Infusions every hour from 6pm to 10pm.
  • Hanky-Code-Bracelets

 

€28

WE

open from 12 noon until Thursday 6 am

PLUTO MEMBER*

Holders of valid PLUTO multiple tickets pay only 18 euros (multiple tickets are not charged). Benefit additionally from your multiple tickets on Wednesdays!

€18

TH

open from 12 noon until Friday 6 am

PLUTO DIGITAL*

1st Thursday: Password on Instagram
2nd Thursday: Password on the PLUTO Homepage
3rd Thursday: Password on ROMEO
4th Thursday: Password on Telegram
5th Thursday: Password on ROMEO
Only €18 if you give your password at the cash desk

Infusions every Thursday every hour between 6 and 10 pm.

€18

Infusions every Thursday every hour between 6 and 10 pm.

FR

open from Fri 12 noon non-stop

NAKED FUN*

From 6 pm to 1 am, naked only on the upper floor. We’re opening an additional bar upstairs, and from 6 pm to 10 pm there’s a Kölsch special.

€28

SA

open non-stop

PLUTO WEEKEND

Saturday from 6 pm to 10 pm hourly infusions.

WEEKEND-STARTER rate between 8 am and 12 noon only 23.

€28

WEEKEND-STARTER rate between 8am and 12 am only 23.

Saturday Top-Special (monthly):

youngSTARS XXL

10,- € minimum drink consumption included in the entrance fee of 15,- €. The special rate is valid between 6pm and midnight and only for men up to and including 29 years of age. ID required as proof of age! The standard rate applies to all over 29s.

Dates 2026: 19.09. / 17.10. / 14.11. / 12.12.

Saturday Top-Special:

youngSTARS Top-Floor-Club

Exclusive area for youngSTARS on our top floor.
10,- € minimum drink consumption included in the entrance fee of 15,- €. The special rate is valid between 6pm and midnight and only for men up to and including 29 years of age. ID required as proof of age! For everyone over the age of 29, admission is €23 between 5 p.m. and midnight, plus a minimum drink purchase of €5.

Dates 2026: 22.08. / 12.09.

SU

+P-HOLIDAYS

open non-stop until next day 6 am

PLUTO WEEKEND

Sunday from 12 noon to 9 pm hourly infusions.

WEEKEND-STARTER rate between 8 am and 12 noon only 23.

€28

WEEKEND-STARTER rate between 8 am and 12 noon  only 23.

* Not valid on Sundays and public holidays. The Sunday programme applies on public holidays.

Important notice: additional fees after 24 hours are added by the POS system automatically. Our employees have no impact on those fees. Means: after 24 hours of visit each additional hour will get you charged with €3.
There is not legal entitlement about discounts or goodwill arrangements.

We accept the following cards:

Zahlungsarten PLUTO

CONTACT

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Write an Email to PLUTO

+++ We have a highly efficient, electronically controlled ventilation system with an environmentally friendly heat exchanger. Old air out, fresh outside air in – for well-being and health. +++

PLUTO is powered entirely by electricity from renewable energy sources.
For you, for us, for everyone.

Directions & Parking

PLUTO Essen is located at the end of Essen’s central pedestrian zone, Kettwiger Straße, in a large building complex right next door to the GOP Variete Theatre.
You can reach PLUTO easily by public transport (stop: Viehofer Platz, line:106, 107, two stops from the main station) or by car (plenty of parking spaces in the immediate vicinity).
The inconspicuous entrance on Viehofer Straße still marks the beginning of the former cinema arcade and is now the entrance to your pleasurable wellness world.
Dive into the world of PLUTO.

Adress:
PLUTO Sauna
Viehofer Str. 49
45127 Essen

Coming by train?
Check our chart for your approximate travel time to PLUTO.
Because with the train you can get to your pleasure in a relaxed way, you are sometimes even faster than by car and maybe you can even save costs as a Deutschland-Ticket holder. #checkthisout

Are you travelling by car?
PLUTO guests can park here for less:
ALLBAU PARKHAUS, KASTANIENHÖFE (please enter „Rottstraße 19“ in your navigation system)
Entry possible: Mon. – Sun. 06.00 to 23.00 hrs
Exit possible: any time, with paid ticket
Less parking costs for PLUTO guests:
Give us your parking ticket at the cash desk and we will provide it with an additional discount barcode. With this ticket, you can park for up to 24 hours for only 7,50 euros (payment at the parking machine in the multi-storey car park).
Cash and card payments (EC, VISA, Mastercard) are accepted at the parking meter.

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SAUNAS

The PLUTO offers you a Finnish sauna, a steam sauna and the sanarium/biosauna.

There are infusions in the Finnish sauna every hour at these times:

1. Tuesday
18 to 22 o’clock

Thursdays
18 to 22 o’clock

Saturdays
18 to 22 o’clock

Sundays
12 to 21 o’clock

Holidays
12 to 21 o’clock

Outside the times of the PLUTO offer, every guest can make their own infusions at any time.
Simply ask for our infusions at the bar.

FINNISH SAUNA

Probably the most famous sauna is the Finnish sauna with an approximate temperature of 90°C und very low humidity.
First Tue. and every Thu., Sat., Sun. and on public holidays we offer our famous infusions.
On multiple levels you get offered a lot of space to relax and get heated up. As an experienced sauna goer, you take your seat on one of the higher levels to relax, or if you want to go slow just sit down on one of the colder lower levels. The spectacular view through the panoramic window on our swimming pool and some hot swimmers is included.

STEAM ROOM

We’ve got a new steam-room! Have some fun in the dusky and foggy labyrinth. Everything that helps you to relax and improves your well-being and improves the community feeling is warmly welcome here.
A steam-room is ideal for skin improvement and the recovery of your respiratory system. In contrast to the dry air in the Finnish sauna our steam room comes with a humidity of 100%. The steam helps do develop a pleasant climate that should not negatively affect the cardiovascular system.

SANARIUM/ORGANIC SAUNA

The samarium/organic sauna is a sauna with a temperature between 50 and 60°C max and about 50% humidity. The milder climate is soft to the circulatory system and perfect for people who are prone to circulatory or blood-pressure problems. We add scents to even improve your sauna experience.

Massages

Immersing yourself in the world of PLUTO also means immersing yourself in a world of relaxation. What better way to do this than with a massage from one of our certified masseurs?
Massages are currently only available on Sundays, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
You can make a fixed appointment directly on site or in advance by telephone on 0201 – 24 88 403.

All massage services offered are provided and invoiced on behalf of and for the account of the freelancers or self-employed persons working here.

Prices massages

CLASSIC-, SPORTS- AND WELLNESS MASSAGES

Relax your body and mind with our classic, sports and wellness massages. Our experienced therapists offer personalised treatments that relieve tension, promote circulation and improve your general well-being. Whether you are looking for relaxation, regeneration or simply a time-out, we have the right massage for you. Treat yourself to a soothing break and experience how stress and tension dissolve into thin air.

SCRUB RELAXING MASSAGE

The gentle wellness massage is calming and improves the wellbeing. Through to the use of high-class scrub products the skin feels soft and velvety after the application. The massage can be booked as a sesame or almond peeling.

„PRETTY BACK“ (GRAPE SEED OIL & SALT SCRUB)

The ‘’pretty back’’ application is a relaxing and deep cleaning wellness application with focus on the back and the arms and neck. At the beginning of the application the massagist spreads high-class grape seed oil on your skin. The rich oil supplies the skin with vitamins and minerals. In the second phase the skin gets a sea-salt scrub and at the end the skin gets treated with an aloe very lotion.

FOOT REFLEXOLOGY

Discover the ultimate relaxation with our foot reflexology massage! We give your feet the attention they deserve and immerse you in a world of well-being. Our experienced masseurs pamper the soles of your feet with targeted pressure points that not only relieve tension but also improve your overall well-being. Treat yourself to this extraordinary massage and experience a state of calm and relaxation.

OUR PLUTO PLAYLISTS ON SPOTIFY

Go straight to our playlists on Spotify:

PLUTO spotify playlist chillin tuesday
PLUTO spotify playlist chillin tuesday
PLUTO spotify playlist chillin wochentags

FAQ

Never been to a gay bathhouse or just never been to the PLUTO? We collected the most frequently asked questions and our answers to them. If you still want to know something, feel free to leave us a message.

1. Your choice for PLUTO

Am I gay if I visit the PLUTO sauna?

What sets PLUTO apart is that anyone who identifies as a man should feel warmly welcome and completely at ease. Whether you’re gay, bi, a trans man, unsure of your identity, or simply sex-positive – make PLUTO your extraterrestrial planet of pleasure.

To answer the question: you come as you are, simply enjoy the hours of freedom at PLUTO and remain the person you were – perhaps.
Free your mind, and your ass will follow.

Here on the blog are a few thoughts on the PLUTO concept:
DISINTEGRATE YOURSELVES!

What’s the right mindset to have when visiting PLUTO for the first time?

Curiosity is enough. You don’t need to know what you want just yet — that will come in time.
Come with an open mind, come relaxed, and let Pluto work its magic on you. Most of our regulars were simply curious the first time they visited too.
You should, however, be able to embrace our very special place. Let yourself go! And then it will automatically apply to you too:
For your pleasure – PLUTO

What is PLUTO like?

PLUTO is quite simply a place dedicated to wellness.
It is spacious, full of nooks and crannies, diverse and intriguing. It is light, it is dark, it is intimate and it is spacious. We place great importance on cleanliness and hygiene. It is designed to be exciting, stimulating, cosy and modern. You should feel safe and completely at ease here. Respect and friendliness are essential.
We do not tolerate illegal drugs, violence or prostitution – all such behaviour will be reported to the authorities without exception.

PLUTO is certainly not some cheesy sex club straight out of the fantasies of an uninformed straight world – PLUTO is special!
Immerse yourself in the world of PLUTO.

What if I don’t want to — do I have to go along with everything?

No. A ‘no’ is enough — always.
The atmosphere at Pluto is open and sex-positive, but nobody is pressured or forced to participate.
If someone doesn’t respect your ‘no’, please speak to our staff immediately. We take this seriously and will take action — no questions asked.
Pluto is a safe space for you! For us, that’s not just a marketing term.

2. Your arrival at PLUTO

Where can I park my car?

The Allbau car park (Kastanienhöfe) offers a discounted rate especially for PLUTO guests. Here you can park from 11.00 am to 6.00 am – in line with our opening hours – for just €7.50. Simply have the ticket you’ve taken printed with a new barcode at our till. Further information on how to get here. Navigate with Maps to parking garage

Who is allowed to enter PLUTO sauna?

Anyone who is perceived as a man at the entrance, is over 18 years of age and is not under the influence of alcohol or drugs is welcome to enter our sauna – regardless of whether they are heterosexual or homosexual. Trans men are also very welcome.

Intoxicated persons and anyone who appears likely to cause a disturbance will not be admitted.
Prostitution and the consumption or sale of illegal drugs are neither permitted nor tolerated. We will report such incidents to the police without exception.

I don’t look 29 — can I still get the youngSTARS rate?

Yes — as long as you have your ID with you. We look at the document, not your face.
Unfortunately, we cannot offer the discounted rate without valid ID — this applies without exception, even if you clearly look younger.

What do I need to bring with me?

Nothing, really. From towels (free to borrow) and flip-flops (compulsory) to condoms and lubricant (free) – you can borrow or buy everything here.
So there’s nothing to stop you from popping in to our gay sauna at the last minute.

What can I expect when I visit?

On the ground floor, you’ll find the Finnish sauna, the dining area and the cold-water swimming pool with a counter-current system.
The upper and lower floors are connected by a large, curved staircase that still hints at the 1960s architecture of the former department store.
On the upper floor, you’ll find the TV room, relaxation pods and plenty of opportunities for cruising.
In the basement, you’ll find a 4 × 4 m bubbling whirlpool, the oriental-inspired hammam with a large, heated marble slab, as well as our new XXL labyrinth steam sauna, a sanarium at 50–60 °C, and plenty of other ways to linger and enjoy yourself.

How busy does it get — especially at the weekend?

At weekends, hundreds of guests spread out across our three floors; at events like youngSTARS XXL, there are even nearly 600 men throughout the day — at 1,600 square metres, Pluto is big enough to accommodate them all.
If you’re looking for peace and quiet, you’ll find it in the sanarium or the relaxation areas.
If you want action: Friday evening and Saturday night are the liveliest times. But even if you arrive early in the day, you’ll find plenty of like-minded people – there’s a lid for every pot, every day of the week!

Do I need to have a certain body type?

No. At Pluto, all body types are welcome — every age, every shape, every type.
The diversity of our guests is part of what makes Pluto special. Nobody is judged here. If you’re still feeling self-conscious, that feeling will disappear once you’ve got changed, when everyone looks the same.

Is there a dress code?

There are a few rules regarding clothing – namely: no clothing!
Bath slippers and a sauna towel are the only things we wear here – as is customary in any sauna. Anyone who wishes to go completely naked on the ground or upper floor, even outside the saunas, is welcome to do so. In the bar area, however, please always wear a towel around your waist!
Things get really skimpy at our ‘Naked Fun’ events. On these days, the dress code for the entire upper floor is: naked. Have fun! 🙂

What happens when you visit a men’s sauna?

After a friendly welcome at the entrance, you’ll first head to the changing area.
If you’d like, we’ll provide you with a free towel to borrow, and for a few euros you can also hire the necessary slippers if you haven’t brought your own.
In other words: nothing stands in the way of a spontaneous visit to PLUTO – you don’t need to bring anything with you.
Once you’ve left your everyday belongings in the lockers, you’ll almost automatically find yourself in the bar area, where your wellness day begins. Explore PLUTO from here. Don’t get lost! 🙂

3. Your stay at our bathhouse

Do I need cash money at the bar/bistro?

No, you only pay by card or cash when you check out. We record your drinks and any other chargeable services via our till system on your locker key – so you can relax completely.

Will the visit appear on my credit card statement?

‘Pluto Sauna’ will appear on your statement.
If you prefer to pay discreetly, you can pay in cash — this is, of course, possible here and no problem at all.

Do you also offer food?

Yes — our bar serves hot snacks and light bites, which you can charge directly to your locker key. For a long visit — and some stay for up to 24 hours — we recommend having a bite to eat now and then. The bar is open throughout our opening hours.

Can I borrow towels for free?

A free rental towel is included in your admission fee. If you need slippers or more towels, you can rent them at the cash desk for a small rental fee. Loosing your towel is charged with € 10,-

For how long am I allowed to stay?

Every entrance but the 2 hours entrance are valid for 24 hours. If you want to stay even longer our POS system will charge you €3 per additional started hour.

Do you have cabins?

Sure, lads. You’ll find our private booths on the upper and lower floors — for those moments when you want to get away from it all. Each one is furnished differently; no two are alike. Sling, St. Andrew’s cross, bench or mirror. You certainly won’t get bored.
You can’t book them or reserve them for a specific time — just pop in, lie down and enjoy.

As always, we’re happy to support anything that promotes relaxation and well-being and fosters a sense of community!

Is there a smoker lounge?

We have a small smoker’s lounge, so no one must leave our place just to have a cigarette.

Do you have a steam sauna?

We have a spacious steam sauna! Enjoy yourself in our dimly lit labyrinth. We are happy to support anything that promotes relaxation and well-being and fosters a sense of community.
Incidentally, a steam sauna (or steam bath) is ideal for cleansing the skin and soothing the respiratory tract. Unlike the rather ‘dry’ air in a Finnish sauna, the steam sauna has 100 per cent humidity. The steam creates a cosy atmosphere that shouldn’t put any strain on the heart and circulatory system.

Can I take pictures or record videos?

Privacy, discretion and intimacy are most important to us. To allow every guest a stress-free time the recording of pictures and videos is prohibited.

Can I make an infusion at the Finnish sauna myself?

Of course! Just ask at the bar about our steam room scents.
You can choose your favourite blend from over 40 different scents.

In addition, we hold Aufguss sessions in the dry sauna on the ground floor every hour on the hour on the first Tuesday of the month from 6 pm to 10 pm, every Thursday from 6 pm to 10 pm, every Saturday from 6 pm to 10 pm, and on Sundays and public holidays from 12 noon to 9 pm.
As always, we’re happy to support anything that promotes relaxation and well-being and fosters a sense of community!

4. Questions about specials and rates

When does PLUTO@Night apply?

If I arrive at your place at midnight on Friday, do I pay the @Night rate or does that already count as Saturday?
That counts as arriving on Saturday. The PLUTO@Night rate applies from Monday 0.00 am to Friday 0.00 am (except if it is a holiday).

What happens if I lose my rental towel?

As in all other saunas, the following applies here too: pay attention! If you lose your rental towel, forget it or a *** takes your towel you must unfortunately pay for the towel at the exit. This will cost you € 10.00.

How works ‘PLUTO BLUE CARD MONDAY’?

Can I redeem the voucher for free admission on any Monday?
No. Sorry. If Monday is a holiday we don’t issue vouchers and you can’t redeem them. And please note that the voucher is only valid for 30 days.

Is the voucher personal?
No. If you wish, you can do a friend a favor and give the gift card to him.

How do the ROMEO Group and PLUTO-DIGITAL Thursday work?

To be added to the PLUTO group, go to ROMEO via a web browser (not the app) and search for the PLUTO group.
Request to join and we’ll add you in no time.
As a group member, you’ll automatically receive the password for discounted entry to PLUTO-DIGITAL Thursdays in good time. On Romeo, this is always for the third and fifth Thursday of the month.
The group also offers you the chance to arrange to meet up with other PLUTO enthusiasts in the sauna, have a chat, or get answers to your sauna questions from guys who are experienced PLUTO-goers.
We have several thousand members! Have fun in the group!

5. Hygiene

How is the water quality?

The water in our pools is cleaned and disinfected in several stages and regularly topped up with fresh water. Water analyses are carried out frequently to check the effectiveness of the disinfection process. In addition, monthly samples are taken by the Institute for Applied Building and Swimming Pool Hygiene (LVHT). Our pool water has been proven to meet the highest quality standards.

Every Wednesday, we completely change the water in the pool and the hot tub. Due to the water change, the hot tub maybe does not reach the optimum temperature (36°-37°) until around 5.00 pm on Wednesdays.

Are there French-style toilets?

We have two French-style toilets — one on the upper floor and one in the basement. Soap and hand sanitiser are always available. You can buy flush caps at the ticket office or bring your own.

Do you have shower gel, lubricant or condoms?

Yes – we provide free shower gel in all shower areas.
Yes – there is lubricant in all cubicles.
Yes – there are dispensers with free PLUTO condoms on every floor.

What is “Der Doktor kommt”?

Once a month (Oct.–May), we offer anonymous, free and straightforward STI tests.
In partnership with AIDS-Hilfe Essen and Herzenslust.
For you, for your loved ones, for everyone!
Mondays 7.30–9.30 pm.
You can find the dates in the events calendar and on the news blog.

6. Air quality at PLUTO

How is the air quality at PLUTO?

Our premises are equipped with a new ventilation system with an environment friendly recuperator. We work with 100% fresh air. With the help of our new, electronically controlled, ventilation system the air at PLUTO is exchanged with fresh air continuously.

7. After PLUTO is before PLUTO

Do you have vouchers?

You can purchase our gift vouchers directly at the till. The perfect gift for your loved ones for their birthday or perhaps for Christmas.

What benefits come with the prepaid 4 or 10 cards?

What are the benefits of 4-visit or 10-visit passes?

It’s simple: you save money.

If you visit PLUTO regularly, our 4-visit and 10-visit passes work out much cheaper than buying individual tickets. The more often you come, the more value you get from the multi-visit pass.
Multi-visit passes are valid for 3 years.

What’s more, you don’t have to think about which ticket to choose every time you visit – you just pop in and enjoy your visit.

In short:
More PLUTO. Pay less.

What else can I experience in Essen?

Long story short: A lot! Essen has a lot of attractions like old coal pits, museums, and culture. Just have a look: https://www.visitessen.de/startseite_14/Startseite.en.html
Essen does also have a lot of nature in the city and nearby as well as beautiful cities in the neighborhood.

Visitors from across the Ruhr area visit Pluto Sauna:

Gay Sauna Dortmund
Gay Sauna Duisburg
Gay Sauna NRW
Gay Sauna Ruhrgebiet

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WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU

Pluto Sauna Essen

PLUTO – Die Gaysauna in Essen
Viehofer Str. 49, 45127 Essen

Öffnungszeiten:
Mo. bis Do.: 12.00 bis 06.00 Uhr.
Fr. ab 12.00 Uhr durchgehend bis Mo. früh 06.00 Uhr geöffnet.
An Feiertagen durchgehend geöffnet.
365 Tage im Jahr geöffnet.