Freiburg's 2025 Outdoor Swimming Season Breaks Records

Freiburg's pools drew record crowds in 2025. New courses and a focus on swimming lessons made it a season to remember.

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2025 October 7 . 12:12 PM

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Freiburg's 2025 Outdoor Swimming Season Breaks Records

The 2025 outdoor swimming season in Freiburg saw a significant boost in visitors, with 376,667 people enjoying the city's pools. This marked a 30,000 increase from the previous year, making it the most successful season yet.

The season brought several notable developments. The St. Georgen outdoor pool introduced Aqua-Fitness courses for the first time, providing swimmers with new ways to stay active and healthy. Meanwhile, the reopening of the West outdoor pool drew a crowd of 27,400 guests in just six weeks, with an impressive 5,500 visitors on the opening day alone.

The season also saw a strong focus on swimming lessons. A total of 790 children learned to swim, with 240 mastering the skill in the outdoor pools and another 550 in the indoor pools. This commitment to water safety is commendable. Furthermore, the season passed without any accidents or police interventions, reflecting the high standards of safety and management in place.

The 2025 outdoor swimming season in Freiburg was a resounding success, with increased visitor numbers, new activities, and a strong focus on swimming lessons. The safety record was impeccable, making it a season to remember for all the right reasons.