Top water quality in Baden-Württemberg: Where you should definitely bathe!

Top water quality in Baden-Württemberg: Where you should definitely bathe!

In the current bathing season, water quality in the Baden-Württemberg shines in new splendor. As the Health Ministry Baden-Württemberg are reported regularly Controlled bathing spots suitable as "very good" or "good" for a refreshing bath. This is not only a gratifying news for all sun worshipers and swimmers, but also shows that the water quality in European comparison is well. Minister of Health Manne Lucha enthusiastically commented on the results and emphasizes the excellent water quality.

But the joy is a little clouded by two bathing lakes that are not recommended for swimming. The Sunthauser See in Bad Dürrheim has been closed since the 2021 bathing season due to increased microbiological stress. A bathroom is also discouraged in the Metzisweiler Weiher Weiher in Bad Wurzach, since increased microbiological salaries were also found here. In addition, four other lakes only achieve an "sufficient quality":

• bathing lake book in Rainau (Ostalbkreis)
• reservoir in Mulfingen (Hohenlohekreis)
• bathing lake Hermuthausen in Ingelfingen (Hohenlohekreis)
• Baggersee Eggenstein in Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen (Karlsruhe district)

regular review for maximum security

Another important point are the regular water samples that are taken from the health offices at least once a month during the bathing season. This is done to ensure the hygienic conditions for swimmers. In unfavorable weather conditions, such as heavy rain or with a high number of water birds, however, hygienic stress can occur.

The Ministerium recommended, regional notes and bathing warnings. The current bathing water card, which is available online as an interactive card, shows the regularly monitored bathing areas and keeps the bathers informed in real time.

nationwide trends and developments

With a look beyond the national borders, it turns out that the water quality all over Germany also remains gratifying. According to the Environmental Authority 98% of the bathing water requirements met the quality requirements of the EU bathing water guideline.

This summer it is important to make your own decisions wisely and to find out more about the recommended bathing areas. Even if most lakes are in an excellent condition, it can never hurt to take a look at the current reports and to find out more about the local conditions.

Despite important information: For many, the fun of bathing is the most beautiful way to enjoy summer. So, off to the cool water - but always with a good overview of the conditions on site!