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Aschersleben outdoor pool celebrates 100 years: A summer party for the whole family!
Discover the current developments in the Salzlandkreis: swimming, outdoor pool celebrations and community initiatives.
Aschersleben outdoor pool celebrates 100 years: A summer party for the whole family!
Amid the summer heat and closed indoor pools, Aschersleben is celebrating a very special event this weekend: the 100th anniversary of its outdoor pool. An event that not only makes locals' hearts beat faster, but also highlights the importance of swimming for the local community. mz.de reports that ...
The difficulties for swimming enthusiasts often begin before the summer holidays, as many indoor pools close for maintenance work. In Schönebeck, the swimmers had to do without closed indoor pools, while the outdoor pools, especially the Aschersleben outdoor pool, shine like a ray of hope in the heat. On Saturday, July 12, 2025, the outdoor pool will invite you to participate and celebrate with a varied program, including a bouncy castle, painting street and various sports activities such as water polo and volleyball. Children up to 16 years old can take part for free!
Swimming as an important topic
The DLRG's discouraging figures show that many children cannot swim safely - a trend that has been exacerbated by the coronavirus pandemic. sueddeutsche.de reports that ... According to estimates, around 70,000 children have lost their access to swimming in the last few years. This development not only has sporting implications, but also safety implications, as 18 children drowned in Germany in 2020. Learning to swim is therefore more important than ever, which is also underlined by the initiatives in the Salzland district.
An example of this is the district sports association's swimming camp, which takes place in the “Saaleperle” outdoor pool, where eight trainers introduce around 45 children to the basics of swimming. A strong commitment that clearly shows the need for swimming lessons and the need to learn early.
Celebrations and other activities
The July 12 celebrations not only include the games and activities mentioned, but also the opportunity for children to get their own Neptune certificates and take part in a raffle. The main prize? A children's birthday party in the Ballhaus! The outdoor pool gates open at 10 a.m. on this day and guests can look forward to an evening program with music as well as a grill and chill out - a cocktail bar with non-alcoholic drinks will be available for the little ones.
Roswitha Salm, after 34 years as district youth officer for the district fire brigade association, will remain active in another role until 2030. And so swimming in the Salzland district is also strengthened through such initiatives and adult role models.
In conclusion, the Aschersleben outdoor pool is a place of learning, joy and gathering, where swimming is not only a sporting skill, but also an important part of childhood. For everyone who has the opportunity to celebrate in the outdoor pool on July 19, 2025, one thing is certain: swimming is life, joy and health - and no one should miss it!