Hersfeld-Rotenburg: Swimming lakes shine with excellent” water quality!

Hersfeld-Rotenburg: Swimming lakes shine with excellent” water quality!

The bathing lakes in the Hersfeld-Rotenburg district can look forward to excellent news! Like that HLNUG reported, the water quality of the bathing lakes in the region was rated “excellent”. This award is timely as many people spend their summer months by the water to cool off and enjoy nature.

A total of 61 swimming lakes were examined in Hesse, of which 58 received the highest rating. This also includes Lake Kirchheim, which was still struggling with problems last year due to blue-green algae. This season, however, things are looking rosy: the lake received the top rating and the health department has reported no complaints. Only the Breitenbacher See was also able to score points without any complaints.

The importance of water quality

The quality of the bathing water is assessed according to strict guidelines. Loud Federal Environment Agency All swimming lakes must be tested for microbiology, with Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci serving as important indicators of fecal contamination. The current measurements require an examination before the bathing season and at least once a month during this time. This ensures a high level of safety for bathers.

As part of the EU directive on bathing water quality, which has been in force since 2006, bathing water is not only examined, but must also be actively managed. This ensures that all waters have at least “sufficient” quality by the end of the 2015 bathing season at the latest. Regular inspection is essential to ensure the health of bathers in the future. Information about this is available on the federal state websites.

Challenges and outlook

Nevertheless, the task of maintaining high water quality remains a challenge. Events such as the occurrence of blue-green algae can quickly limit the use of swimming lakes. Information on this topic has already been clearly and prominently signposted at Kirchheimer See. People should be informed and warned if water quality changes unexpectedly.

With conscious water management and constant sensitization of the population, the district is looking forward to a carefree summer. If you follow the instructions and keep yourself informed, you can use and enjoy these wonderful swimming lakes without hesitation. The Goal of the EU One thing is clear: bathing water quality must be continuously monitored and improved to ensure safe bathing pleasure for everyone.

So let's stay optimistic and enjoy the wonderful swimming lakes in the region - perhaps with a cozy picnic or a refreshing jump into the water!