About us: our History & vision
From the first wood-fired hot tub to our own workshop.
Roots in Sweden
A sheet metal roofer in the Swedish winter
Martin was always drawn to faraway places. At the age of 26, he bought a 100-year-old house in Sweden to live a simple life there. In the freezing temperatures, the country's traditional hot tubs caught his eye. As a trained sheet metal roofer, he promptly crafted his first very own stainless steel hot tub. The choice of his favorite metal was entirely pragmatic – it is hygienic, durable, and indestructible.
The return home
A feeling comes to Austria
The time in Sweden was formative, but the longing for the mountains back home was stronger. What remained was the memory of those special moments in the stainless steel hot tub – lying in warm water in freezing temperatures, heated only by a real fire. Back home, the resolve grew to share this experience of technical independence and honest materials with others.
Founding & portfolio expansion
From the Wood-fired Hot Tub to the Outdoor Bathtub
The company was officially founded. The first model was followed by many more, but we kept thinking ahead. We wanted to make the principle of independent water use accessible for smaller spaces, too. Thus, the Outdoor Bathtub and the Stainless Steel Hot Tub were added to our portfolio – both crafted to the exact same standards: solid stainless steel, premium solid wood, and 100% Made in Austria.
Stepping into the public eye
Functional design in the spotlight
Our models were fully developed, and the functional design was finalized. In April 2020, we took the leap onto television on the show "2 Minuten 2 Millionen" and presented our Wood-fired Hot Tub as well as the prototype of the Outdoor Bathtub. We demonstrated how easily warm water outdoors can work without an electricity or gas connection. The overwhelming feedback from the viewers confirmed we were on the right path.
The addition of the Outdoor Shower
Warm showers – independent of electricity and gas
Since spring 2024, the Outdoor Shower has complemented our product range. It is the result of our continuous development: a product with a timeless and robust design. Our promise applies here, too: warm water in just 5 minutes, completely without an electricity or gas connection. With just a simple water connection, it is quickly ready for use and provides warm water through the power of fire.
Our vision
Honest craftsmanship as the new standard
Our vision is for honest craftsmanship made of stainless steel and solid pine wood to become the standard for outdoor bathing and showering. We consciously remain a small workshop to dedicate our exclusive production capacity to the highest manufacturing quality. We create handcrafted unique pieces for people who appreciate functional independence and material durability as a value-retaining investment.
About us: 100% produced in Austria
Materials & Manufacturing: Craftsmanship without compromise
At Feuerwasser, we rely on material durability and value-retaining materials. Our Wood-fired Hot Tubs, Stainless Steel Hot Tubs, Outdoor Bathtubs, and Outdoor Showers are crafted from solid stainless steel and solid pine wood. Every model is created with technical sophistication in our workshop in Styria. This is how we guarantee long-lasting products that impress with their craftsmanship and material durability.
Feuerwasser stands for:
Material quality: A consistent focus on high-quality stainless steel and solid pine wood.
Regional manufacturing: 100% production in Styria, Austria, to ensure local quality.
Functional durability: Robust materials and a modular construction where every part is long-lasting and easy to service.
Experience the combination of technical independence and high-quality workmanship for lasting use under the open sky.
The core of Feuerwasser is our team
Passion, craftsmanship, and true quality – that is Feuerwasser. Here we introduce you to the people who make it all possible.
Martin Auer
Founder // Inventor
From the initial idea through conceptualization to implementation: Our founder Martin is the soul of Feuerwasser. He continuously develops innovative products, fine-tunes new ideas, and researches improvements for wood-fired hot tubs, outdoor bathtubs, and showers. In addition, he oversees production and ensures that every product meets the highest quality standards.
Sophie Auer
Management
If Martin is the soul, Sophie is the heart of the company. She coordinates the team and ensures that everyone is pulling in the same direction. With her eye for the big picture, she provides support wherever it is needed, successfully guiding internal projects to the finish line.
Denise Zangerle
Customer Care // Organization // Administration
“I’m sure Denise knows” – is the answer to countless questions. Highly organized and structured, she works behind the scenes to ensure that all processes run smoothly. She is responsible for the back office, coordinates all logistics, and is reliably by your side for any questions or concerns even after your purchase.
Johannes Volgger
Head of Sales
Would you like to learn more about our wood-fired hot tubs and outdoor bathtubs? Johannes knows the entire product range and provides precise advice on models, features, and equipment. He supports you in choosing your product and is there for you even beyond your purchase.
We are only as strong as our collaborations
Die Geschützten
Werkstätten Tirol
The Geschützte Werkstätte Integrative Betriebe Tirol GmbH (GW) has been a reliable partner to industry for 40 years. Around 300 employees ensure production diversity and manufacturing depth at two state-of-the-art production sites. GW Tirol sees its commitment primarily in the social sector. Youth training and the creation of secure jobs for people with disabilities are at the forefront. Currently, around 85% of the employees are people with a disability. As diverse as the disabilities are, so too are the areas of deployment with specially trained professionals. For this reason, it is possible to cater to the individual skills and capabilities of each person. Commitment, team spirit, and the constant strive for perfection are important building blocks of their success.
For Feuerwasser, GW Tirol produces the stainless steel inner tubs for the wood-fired hot tubs and bathtubs, as well as the stoves for heating, at their Imst location.
“We thank Feuerwasser for the great cooperation and look forward to further joint projects!”
(GW Tirol, 2020)
Tischlerei Greil
Since 1927, the Greil family business has been making its customers’ wishes come true at an idyllic location in Inzing, with great attention to detail, professional expertise, and reliability. The carpentry combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to realize individual projects.
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