Record attacks on the Baltic Sea: hundreds of people defy wind and cold!

On New Year's Day, January 1, 2025, traditional baths, which were visited by several hundred participants, took place in the Grömitz and Dahme. Despite cool temperatures of only eight degrees and a water temperature of four degrees, people flooded. According to ln online , the participants overcovered their shyness and dipped into the water with loud cheers, but returned quickly.

The bathing has established itself as a popular tradition on the Baltic Sea and attracts both locals and vacationers. Participants wore a colorful spectrum of outfits, including jerseys, poodle hats and bikinis. In Grömitz, 636 people took part in the bathing, while in Dahme 170 registrations were recorded despite the adverse weather conditions, which represents an increase compared to the previous year. Over 3000 spectators watched the action on the beach. Safety measures were guaranteed by the Grömitz fire brigade and the Johanniter from Eutin.

weather conditions and other events

Despite the overwhelming participation, there were numerous cancellations of baths events in other regions of Schleswig-Holstein due to hurricane gusts of up to 110 km/h. As ndr were reported Events in Büsum, Wenningstedt-Braderup and various other places canceled or postponed to later appointments. Heiligenhafen plans to catch up on the bathing on January 4th.

For the baths events that took place, special offers were prepared, including a warm-up with DJ in Grömitz as well as the provision of changing opportunities and a free sauna and bathroom landscape for the participants. These events not only offer a refreshing challenge, but also the opportunity to celebrate the new year together and maintain traditions.