Written by Christina Pichler, Jul 21, 2022
What time is it? Summertime! Vacation! If you spend the hottest season of the year in the city, you will probably quickly start sweating. Especially on hot days, everybody is looking for a way to cool down. Here is our refreshing answer: This cool article will show you five free swimming spots and five swimming pools in Vienna that deliver much-needed refreshment.
Sometimes you don’t need a big budget for a refreshing, water adventure on hot days. Try these free swimming spots in Vienna!
As the main feature of the future-oriented urban planning project “Seestadt”, the Asperner Lake is perfect for relaxation and refreshment. Riding your bike, going for walks, swimming and more is waiting for you in and around this green recreational area! Swimming is only allowed on the Southern shore of the lake!
STUWO Tip: Our STUWO dormitory Aspern Seestadt is only a few minutes by foot! So the lake is a perfect spot to cool down on hot days (after university) for our residents!
Get the feeling of being on vacation right in the city at the CopaBeach. A sandy beach, delicious food, swimming and green sunbathing lawns are everything you need on hot summer days!
STUWO Tip: Only one metro station lays between the STUWO dormitory Vorgartenstraße and the CopaBeach!
Spacious sunbathing lawns with giant trees right at the Alte Donau sound like dream, right? The recreational area at the Kaiserwasser is perfect for relaxed days in the shadows and in nature, providing a cool down at the Alte Donau.
STUWO Tip: This swimming spot is ideal for residents of STUWO dormitory Dückegasse and Donaufelder Straße! Only two metro stations separate you from this spot!
The recreational area Wienerberg means relaxation and nature in the outskirts of the city. The giant area not only offers a pond for swimming, but also hiking paths, running trails, golf and tennis courts as well as soccer fields and much more!
STUWO Tip: Residents of the STUWO dormitory Triester Straße can reach this swimming spot in 10 min by bike or 16 min by tram!
This wild swimming spot is truly an insider tip, right next to the green Prater. After cooling down, you can complement your visit with walks in nature, an adrenaline rush in Prater or a snack in one of the many restaurants!
For just a small fee you can explore these beautiful swimming oases in Vienna on hot summer days.
This public swimming centre in the 18th district offers everything you need for a successful day at the swimming centre: different pools, sports areas and restaurants! There is something for everyone!
The Strandbad at the Alte Donau has direct access to a calm section of the Danube as well as various swimming pools. Moreover, there are different sports areas and restaurants for some snacks!
STUWO Tip: This outdoor swimming centre is easily reached from the STUWO dormitories Donaufelder Straße and Dückegasse!
The Stadionbad is the perfect location for an active and athletic day in the water! The wave pool provides fun and action every full hour and the water slide and diving platform bring you an adrenaline rush! Of course, you can also calmly swim a few laps and then relax on the sunbathing lawn!
STUWO Tip: The Stadionbad is really close to the STUWO dormitory Vorgartenstraße!
The Gänsehäufel is one of the most famous public swimming centres in Vienna. It is located on a green isle with tons of trees on the Alte Donau, a calm branch of the Danube. It is known for its “typically Viennese guests” and offers something for everybody! You can choose if you want to swim in the Danube or in a swimming pool. There is also a nude beach area!
The Kongressbad is a true beauty and one of the oldest swimming centres in Vienna. In 1928, it has opened its doors as the most modern and biggest artificial public bath in Vienna. Today it even has an adventure pool, water slide, whirlpool and more! Of course, you can also take advantage of the many sports areas!
The branch „Alte Donau“ and the Danube Isle (Donauinsel) are beautiful parts of the Danube that are perfect for swimming. The Danube Isle is 21 km long and offers numerous recreational areas. You should definitely try different spots and find your personal favourite!
Yes, you can swim in the Danube. However, swimming is forbidden around bridges, ports and watergates. Moreover, you should not swim too far out because currents or vortexes can be dangerous.
In principle, swimming is safe in this area, since the Alte Donau is a calm body of water. Just be careful and keep a distance to swans and other birds that live here and protect their habitat.
The concrete jungle offers many cool oases and breath-taking spots to cool down. These swimming spots are perfect for hot days and many of them are super close to our STUWO dormitories. Are you in the mood for something a little bit more challenging? Then take a look at the best bike routes in Vienna!
We wish you a wonderful summer in Vienna!
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