Abridged Announcement: Closing Time for Complimentary Bathing in Pforzheim and the Enzkreis
In the heart of Baden-Württemberg, the city of Pforzheim and the surrounding Enz district are preparing for a change in swimming options. Several outdoor pools are set to close their doors on September 10, 2023, marking the end of the summer swimming season [1, 2, 3, 4].
However, for those seeking alternative watery escapes, the region around Karlsruhe offers a hidden gem — the popular gravel pits (quarry ponds) for swimming. Although not extensively detailed in mainstream guides, these small bodies of water formed by gravel extraction serve as informal swimming spots for locals [1].
Achernsee near Achern and other smaller quarry ponds in the area are noted swimming destinations [1]. In addition, Maulbronn, a town near Karlsruhe, offers a popular swimming and paddling location, often referred to as a "deep sea" lake [5]. This may correspond to a typical converted gravel pit or quarry pond used for water recreation.
Gravel pits in the Karlsruhe area, such as those in Untergrombach, Grötzingen, and Epplesee, are particularly popular [6]. For a comprehensive list of gravel pits in the region, visitors can refer to the "Karlsruhe experience" website at www.karlsruhe-erleben.de/freizeit/baggerseen.
Meanwhile, some indoor swimming pools in the area are preparing for reopening. The indoor pool in Remchingen will reopen on September 12, 2023, followed by the indoor pools in Mühlacker on September 13, and Niefern on September 19 [2].
As for the outdoor pools, the indoor pool in Mühlacker will close on September 9, while the Wartberg and Nagold outdoor pools in Pforzheim, and the outdoor pools in Remchingen, Niefern, and Neuenbürg in the Enz district will close on September 10, 2023 [1, 4]. One indoor pool will remain closed throughout the winter season.
Please note that this post is an archived post, and any date or contact information provided may no longer be current. Enjoy your swimming adventures in the beautiful region around Karlsruhe!
The gravel pits in areas like Untergrombach, Grötzingen, and Epplesee, provide an alternative for outdoor-living enthusiasts, offering possibilities for home-and-garden style outdoor living, such as swimming and paddling, with a list available on the "Karlsruhe experience" website. Meanwhile, as the swimming season ends for outdoor pools in the Enz district, some indoor pools prepare to reopen for lifestyle enthusiasts seeking indoor swimming options.
