Mannheim: Germany's bathing capital with the best bathing spots!

Mannheim: Germany's bathing capital with the best bathing spots!

When the temperatures are between 25 and 30 degrees, the desire for a refreshing swim is particularly great - and a recent analysis has shown that there are very good swimming opportunities in Germany. According to HolidayCheck's study, which put the country's 30 largest cities through their paces, Baden-Württemberg has every reason to be happy this summer: Mannheim has been named Germany's bathing capital. However, the best bathing options are not just about the sheer number, but also about the density of bathing spots in relation to the city area, and here Mannheim is ahead. With 19 bathing spots on 145 square kilometers, the city has one bathing spot every 7.6 square kilometers compared to Berlin, which has 82 bathing spots, while Berlin has 10.9 square kilometers. Stuttgart also came third with 22 bathing areas covering 207 square kilometers.

But what makes Mannheim so special? In addition to the high density of bathing areas - which include three outdoor pools, four natural swimming areas and 12 indoor pools - the city's most famous bathing areas should also be highlighted. The Herzogenriedbad, the Strandbad-Mannheim-Neckarau and the Carl-Benz-Bad are particularly popular with locals and visitors. The facilities offer everything a swimmer's heart desires and invite you to linger. For those who want to combine a love of nature and swimming fun, the Stollenwörthweiher in the Neckarau district offers an excellent opportunity. Here you can refresh yourself in two seaside resorts.

Top seaside resorts at a glance

• Sommerbad am Stollenwörthweiher (Westufer)
  – Ausstattung: Liege- und Spielwiese, Beachvolleyballfeld, Spielplatz mit Rutschen und Klettergerüst.
  – Adresse: Promenadenweg 4, 68199 Mannheim
  – Öffnungszeiten: 10:00 – 20:00 Uhr (samstags und sonntags ab 09:00 Uhr)
• Heinz-Hunsinger-Sommerbad (Südufer)
  – Ausstattung: 25.000 m² Liegefläche, Kinderbecken, Nichtschwimmerbereich.
  – Adresse: Rheingoldstraße 204, 68199 Mannheim
  – Öffnungszeiten: 10:00 – 20:00 Uhr

Both seaside resorts are not only family-friendly, but also offer free parking, and a “Stollenwörth” tram stop is in the immediate vicinity, making access even more convenient. The perfect place to go on a hot summer day when you want to treat yourself to a break by the water.

Overall, it turns out that Mannheim is not only in a great position in terms of bathing spots, but also that the city's flair makes the experience perfect. Anyone planning a trip to the green Rhineland-Palatinate can also discover beautiful things in the surrounding area. With so much water and fun in the city and surrounding regions, there is something for everyone.

For more information about the best bathing opportunities in Mannheim and HolidayCheck's analysis, read more at Mercury and Visit Mannheim.