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Standing in line in the Main pool: is rescue coming for visitors?
Current developments in Frankfurt am Main: Overcrowded indoor swimming pools, improvements to visitor information and upcoming regulations.
Standing in line in the Main pool: is rescue coming for visitors?
There's a lot going on in Frankfurt's Main-Bad Bornheim at the moment. During the last autumn holidays, the pool, which was only reopened in May after a technology break, was literally overrun by visitors. The queues often stretched to the entrance area and many had to wait more than an hour to get in. Regular complaints about the lack of information from staff made the situation even more unpleasant for those waiting. However, Boris Zielinski, managing director of Bäderbetriebe Frankfurt, was unable to predict this chaos because there was no empirical data at the beginning. These difficulties seem to have diminished after the first few days, so that the information situation for those waiting has now improved.
The F.A.Z.reports that the number of visitors has returned to normal after the autumn holidays. There is no need to worry about long waiting times for the upcoming weekend. However, we are not looking to the future without concern, as the situation could worsen again during the upcoming Christmas holidays. The pool companies are considering how they can better regulate the number of visitors during this time. One approach could be a price tier for less busy off-peak times, although a price change for admission to children under 14, which was originally excluded, is not in line with pool policy. Zielinski emphasized that finding solutions to regulate crowds during the holidays is a high priority.
A variety of options in Frankfurt's indoor swimming pools
Frankfurt am Main not only has the Main-Bad Bornheim to offer, but also several other indoor swimming pools that are attractive for swimmers and families. The top 5 indoor swimming pools in the city are presented in a comprehensive overview:
| name | address | equipment | Evaluation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bornheim panoramic pool | Inheidener Str. 60, 60385 Frankfurt am Main | Several swimming pools, children's area with play equipment | 3.8 |
| Highly indoor swimming pool | Melchiorstrasse 21, 65929 Frankfurt am Main | Well-maintained swimming pools for recreational and competitive swimmers | 4.0 |
| Textor bath | Textorstraße 42, 60594 Frankfurt am Main | Large swimming pool, special areas for children | 4.1 |
| Riedbad Bergen-Enkheim | Fritz-Schubert-Ring 2, 60388 Frankfurt am Main | Large swimming pool, smaller pools for children | 4.3 |
| Titus Baths | Walter-Möller-Platz 2, 60439 Frankfurt am Main | Sauna area, spacious swimming pool | 3.7 |
The indoor swimming pools in Frankfurt also offer numerous amenities, such as regular maintenance to ensure cleanliness. Swimmers often find more convenient visiting times in the morning or after work. Hygiene measures should also be observed, including the obligation to shower before entering the pools.
Overall, Frankfurt's indoor pools are a good choice for anyone who loves swimming, wants to relax or simply wants to enjoy time with the family. The variety of offers ensures that there is something for everyone and the need for queues may soon be a thing of the past. At least that's what the pool companies are hoping for when it comes to the next big wave of visitors during the Christmas holidays.