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Celebrating 100 years of Glauchau summer pool: water fun for everyone!
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Glauchau summer pool on July 19th with activities, music and water fun for the whole family.
Celebrating 100 years of Glauchau summer pool: water fun for everyone!
In Glauchau, this year's highlight for water lovers, the summer pool, will be celebrating a big anniversary. The celebration of the 100th anniversary of the popular outdoor pool will take place on July 19, 2025. All swimming and gaming enthusiasts from Glauchau and the surrounding area who would like to spend an unforgettable day together are expected. A volleyball tournament, water aerobics and numerous games in and around the pool are planned, which are sure to provide a lot of fun. In the evening, visitors can look forward to a relaxing event with music and cocktails on the lawn. Participants can register for what is sure to be an exciting beach volleyball tournament until July 6th by calling 0176 87151300, as blick.de reports.
The summer pool was ceremoniously opened as early as 1925, originally conceived as a “modern family pool” in a “dust-free, tree-rich area”. The construction time was only 18 weeks, and at a cost of around 150,000 gold marks, great things were achieved. A special attraction at the opening was the diving tower, equipped with boards 1, 3 and 5 meters high. Today, swimmers and sunbathers not only find a diving tower there, but also an exciting slide and an XXL water playground.
The equipment of the summer pool
The Glauchau summer pool is a true paradise for children and families. The facilities leave nothing to be desired: a modern 50-meter swimming pool made of stainless steel, a 53-meter-long slide in the shape of a figure eight, a paddling pool for the little ones as well as a large lawn and beach volleyball courts. The shady groups of trees and flowery borders create a pleasant atmosphere, while the nostalgic ticket booth with the friendly cashier is reminiscent of the beginnings of the outdoor pool, as outdooractive.com describes.
The summer pool offers numerous activities and programs to appeal to every age group. Whether swimming training, water aerobics or senior swimming – the choice is large. Sports such as beach volleyball, table tennis and badminton can also be played here. In addition, good catering ensures that no one has to go hungry. Night swimming is also available, so you can enjoy the cool refreshment well into the evening. Opening times are from May 14th to probably September 15th, with visiting times varying depending on the month.
A look into the history of outdoor pools
German outdoor pools have a tradition and often an interesting history. For example, the oldest outdoor swimming pool in Bavaria was opened in 1926 and is still considered one of the most beautiful in Germany. Similar to the Glauchauer Sommerbad, which has thrilled across generations for 100 years, other historic outdoor swimming pools also offer a mixture of relaxation and culture, as nationalgeographic.de shows.
The upcoming anniversary of the summer pool in Glauchau not only celebrates the past, but also secures the future of swimming and leisure activities for families in the region. All preparations are in full swing to ensure visitors have an unforgettable day.