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The top 10 outdoor pools in North Rhine-Westphalia: pure refreshment on hot days!
Discover the idyllic Waldbad Köln-Dünnwald, a popular outdoor pool with three pools and slides, ideal for families.
The top 10 outdoor pools in North Rhine-Westphalia: pure refreshment on hot days!
When the temperatures rise and the heat is oppressive, the residents of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) head to the outdoor pools to treat themselves to a refreshing break. 24rhein reports that NRW can look back on a variety of unique outdoor swimming pools where everyone gets their money's worth.
The selection is wide-ranging and ranges from large natural pools to adventure outdoor pools with exciting attractions. So if you don't know where to unpack your swimming gear, we recommend the following ten outdoor pools.
Cologne and the surrounding area: outdoor pool highlights
This is an absolute highlight in CologneCologne-Dünnwald forest pool, nestled in an idyllic setting between pine trees. Three pools and slides await bathers here. The entrance fee is 7 euros for adults and 4 euros for children, while opening hours vary from Wednesday to Sunday between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
But Cologne is not the only city with a great outdoor pool. If you travel a little further, you will find...Bathing lakes and swimming pools in Hamm and the surrounding areanumerous possibilities. There is, among other things, the Maximare Hamm, a water world with slides and a sports pool. The admission prices are attractive: children under 1 meter are allowed in free of charge, while adults have to pay 10.50 euros and children over 1 meter have to pay 7 euros.
The best leisure oases in NRW
Here are the ten best outdoor pools in North Rhine-Westphalia that you shouldn't miss this summer:
| Outdoor swimming pool | Location | Admission | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gudenhagen forest outdoor pool | Brilon | 3 euros (adults), 2 euros (children) | Mon-Fri 06:30-19:00, Sat-Sun 09:00-19:00 |
| Embricana outdoor swimming pool | Emmerich | 8.50 euros (Mon-Sat), 9.50 euros (Sun) | Mon 3:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Tue-Fri 6:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m |
| Cologne-Dünnwald forest pool | Cologne | 7 euros (adults), 4 euros (children) | Wed-Sun 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m |
| frog hole | Dortmund | 4.50 euros (adults), 3 euros (children) | Mon 1:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Tue-Sun 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m |
| Rüngsdorfer Panoramabad | Bonn | 5 euros (adults), 2.50 euros (reduced) | Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-7 p.m |
| Müsen natural outdoor pool | Hilchenbach | 3.50 euros (adults), 2.50 euros (children) | Mon-Fri 3:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m |
| Outdoor swimming pool Verl | Publisher | 4 euros (adults), 2 euros (children) | Mon-Fri 06:00-19:00, Sat-Sun 07:00-19:00 |
| Mettmann natural outdoor pool | Mettmann | 5 euros (adults), 2.50 euros (children) | from July 1st daily 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m |
| South outdoor pool | Hamm | 3.50 euros (adults), 1.80 euros (children) | Mon-Fri 6:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Sat-Sun 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m |
The impressions of the unique outdoor pools are also associated with a lot of history and culture. In Xanten, for example The lido is located on the South Sea, where, in addition to swimming, exciting activities such as water skiing and stand-up paddling on the North Sea are also offered. So it's definitely worth visiting these places in summer and experiencing the Roman history of Xanten up close.
Whether action-packed or quiet, whether in the outdoor pool or at the lake - everyone can find their personal bathing temperature in NRW. Remember to check opening hours and admission prices online before your visit to be on the safe side. By the way: With many of these attractions, you need a good hand to get the best seats, especially on hot days!