Rostock's Wiro swimming pool closes! This continues from July 28th!

Rostock's Wiro swimming pool closes! This continues from July 28th!

The Wiro swimming pool in Rostock goes into the traditional summer break and closes on July 28th. The reason for this is not only the annual maintenance work, but also the very valued training courses for the staff who take place during this time. From first aid courses to refresher training for lifeguards-here the safety of the swimming guests is provided. Usually the Wiro swimming pool attracts the 500 guests a day, and not without reason. The swimming courses for children and adults, such as the popular frog and seahorse courses, are particularly popular.

like the Ostsee-Zeitung reports, the reopening of the hall is planned for August 25th. The new opening times stipulate that the halls should be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to September 7th. For more detailed information on the courses and times, interested parties can reach the hall on 0381/45673950 or by email at swimming hall@wiro.de.

renovation requirement in Rostock's swimming pools

In the Mecklenburg city, however, there is not only positive news when it comes to the swimming pools. In addition to the Wiro Schwimmhalle, the Neptune swimming pool is also facing a closure due to extensive renovation measures. These renovations are necessary to protect monument protection and not to limit the range of school swimming as well as club and popular sports. Energie-based reverits of the 25-meter hall are planned, plus modernizations of the shower areas and the south side of the building, such as the Rostocker Rathaus communicated.

The discussion about the state of many swimming pools in Germany, including Rostock, shows that investments are urgently needed. According to the DLRG, around half of the existing swimming pools can no longer be used, which leads to a falling number of secure swimmers and an increase in bathing deaths. The Bäderallianz suggests that the federal government, countries and municipalities work together on a comprehensive swimming pool plan. An annual grant of 700 million euros is required to advance new construction, renovation and digitization.

investments for the future

The city of Rostock will plan investments of 150 million euros in the sports sector by 2030 to expand and modernize the offer for citizens. The KOE Rostock in -house company has already planned several projects, including three new sports halls. A modern sports area in Marienhe was handed over in March 2023, which should be available to a wide variety of user groups - from school athletes: inside to club activities.

The challenges in the field of swimming pools are great, but through targeted investments and a clear vision, the city of Rostock can improve the situation and ensure that the swimming pools for the next generation are preserved.