Sauna in the Starnberg seaside resort: reopening postponed to May 2026!

Sauna in the Starnberg seaside resort: reopening postponed to May 2026!

The sauna in the Starnberg seaside resort remains closed and is causing heated discussions among the residents. The reason for this is massive water damage that was discovered during renovation work more than a year ago. The estimated damage caused now runs into the millions. Mayor Patrick Janik has openly expressed his dissatisfaction with the current situation, particularly with regard to the loss of almost one million euros in revenue. The sauna is not expected to be put back into operation until the beginning of May 2026, which clouds hopes of an early improvement, according to the Süddeutsche Zeitung.

The renovation work has been ongoing since the damage was discovered. A team has already almost completed the demolition work, and the sauna's swellwood can be treated with hydrogen peroxide, which will at least alleviate the situation somewhat. The tiling work for the sauna lounge and the reed sauna is currently being put out to tender. The catering delivery area is usable again and the temporary refrigerated containers were removed at the beginning of October. Nevertheless, the main cause of the damage — a gradual loss of up to 800 liters of water per day — remains unclear.

Remediation and causes of damage

Construction companies can no longer be held liable for water damage after the deadlines have expired, making the situation even more complicated. The [Bossmann Starnberg](https://www.bossmann-starnberg.de/leistung/ Schadenssanierung/) emphasizes that water damage is often caused by various factors, such as burst water pipes. The speed of damage repair plays a crucial role here in order to avoid consequential damage and mold infestation. For this reason, it is advisable to take immediate action as soon as water damage occurs.

Significant deformation was also discovered yesterday on an underground pipe that was replaced in September. While the conversion to a water park in July 2018 already revealed irregularities, the ongoing renovation shows once again that water in buildings can pose a lasting challenge. Food for thought: professional damage repairers often combine renovation with options for modernizing old buildings in order to meet modern requirements.

The view

The city is planning a heated weather protection roof for the outstanding work next winter, the cost of which is estimated at around 120,000 euros. What remains in the long term are the unclear causes of the damage and the lack of buffers in the reopening planning. The building committee has already rejected relocating the massage room and installing a drinking fountain, which raises questions about whether the city is showing the right amount of foresight here.

Overall, it is clear that it is not just about identifying water damage, but also about how the city treats it professionally and proactively. As varied as water damage in Starnberg is, it is a constant challenge that requires both quick repairs and long-term solutions. Let's stay tuned to see how the city of Starnberg will meet these challenges - after all, a functioning seaside resort for the community would be a win-win for everyone.