A man and a woman lean against the edge of a swimming pool and drink cocktails. Other people are swimming in the background.

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Top Swimming Destinations in Baden-Württemberg

Swimming Fun
9.6.20265 min. read timeby Hirsch & Greif
There’s no off-season for water activities: Take a dip, recharge, and leave your everyday life behind. Discover swimming lakes, hot springs, and water adventures in the south.

Bathing Region Southwest Germany

Water Fun All Year Round!
Whether it’s a swimming lake, thermal spa, outdoor pool, or water park—Baden-Württemberg offers water experiences for every season and every mood. In the summer, natural swimming lakes, beaches, and Lake Constance beckon with a chance to cool off and enjoy views of the water. On cooler days, thermal spas, indoor pools, and water parks invite you to relax, warm up, and unwind.Among the most popular swimming destinations are the Badeparadies Schwarzwald, the Sinsheim Thermal Baths, and the Rulantica Water World at Europa-Park. Families will find a variety of recreational and water parks with slides and water play areas, while wellness enthusiasts can unwind in the thermal bath complexes of the south.Whether for a spontaneous day at the beach, a family outing, or a short getaway by the water—discover the most beautiful swimming lakes, thermal baths, outdoor pools, and water parks in Baden-Württemberg.

Questions About Swimming Lakes and more

From Swimming Lakes to Thermal Baths: Everything You Need to Know for Your Getaway by the Water
Whether it's a swimming lake, a water park, or a thermal spa—here you'll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about swimming and water activities in Baden-Württemberg.

Overview of Water Hotspots in Southwest Germany

Find your personalised bathing experience!

Here you'll find the perfect swimming destinations in Baden-Württemberg—based on the season, weather, target audience, and the kind of experience you're looking for.

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    Spa and Water Paradise "Badeparadies Schwarzwald"
    A tropical oasis with a poolside bar under the shade of exotic Caribbean palms and a panoramic view from the glass roof – in the heart of the Black Forest. Spoil yourself with steam rooms, a variety o...
    Black Forest
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    Bodensee-Therme Überlingen
    Experience a relaxing day far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the warm thermal healing water and in the natural sauna world directly on Lake Constance.
    Überlingen on Lake Constance
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    Ailingen outdoor wave pool
    This child-friendly and adventure pool offers a whole range of attractions around, inside or in the pool.
    Lake Constance
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    Bürgerbad Merzhausen
    The Bürgerbad Merzhausen is a lovingly preserved indoor garden pool with a swimmer's and children's pool, massage jets, an outdoor area and a large sunbathing lawn - ideal for relaxation and bathing f...
    Merzhausen
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    Lido Öhningen
    Öhningen lido boasts a large sunbathing lawn with sandy beach, beach volleyball court and restaurant with a large terrace.
    Öhningen
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    Lengenweiler Lake
    Small, idyllic natural bathing lake in Wilhelmsdorf-Esenhausen
    Wilhelmsdorf-EsenhausenCLOSED
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    "Naturena" bathing lake
    Bathing in crystal-clear water without the use of chemicals.
    Black Forest
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    Bathing Lake Ilmensee
    Wonderful natural swimming lake with all kinds of leisure facilities like mini golf and boat hire. A play area with water and sand games, huts, jetties and a robber forest.
    Illmensee
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    Freibad Bad Teinach
    The Bad Teinach outdoor pool offers a chance to cool off against the backdrop of the marvellous Black Forest nature.
    Black Forest

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Excursion Tips on the Waterfront

Variety for Water Sports Fans
NatureWaters

Natural Lakes in Southwest Germany

Open Water Swimming
NatureWaters

7 Summer Tips for Cooling off in Baden-Württemberg

Great Fun for Water Lovers
SÜDENSwimming

Adventures by the Water in SouthWest Germany

Splash Out
NatureWaters

Overview of Water Hotspots in Southwest Germany

Find your personalised bathing experience!

Here you'll find the perfect swimming destinations in Baden-Württemberg—based on the season, weather, target audience, and the kind of experience you're looking for.

Filter results

Show 332 Experiences
  1. Go to article
    SÜDENSwimming
    Spa and Water Paradise "Badeparadies Schwarzwald"
    A tropical oasis with a poolside bar under the shade of exotic Caribbean palms and a panoramic view from the glass roof – in the heart of the Black Forest. Spoil yourself with steam rooms, a variety o...
    Black Forest
  2. Go to article
    SÜDENSwimming
    Bodensee-Therme Überlingen
    Experience a relaxing day far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the warm thermal healing water and in the natural sauna world directly on Lake Constance.
    Überlingen on Lake Constance
  3. Go to article
    SÜDENSwimming
    Ailingen outdoor wave pool
    This child-friendly and adventure pool offers a whole range of attractions around, inside or in the pool.
    Lake Constance
  4. Go to article
    SÜDENSwimming
    Bürgerbad Merzhausen
    The Bürgerbad Merzhausen is a lovingly preserved indoor garden pool with a swimmer's and children's pool, massage jets, an outdoor area and a large sunbathing lawn - ideal for relaxation and bathing f...
    Merzhausen
  5. Go to article
    SÜDENSwimming
    Lido Öhningen
    Öhningen lido boasts a large sunbathing lawn with sandy beach, beach volleyball court and restaurant with a large terrace.
    Öhningen
  6. Go to article
    NatureWaters
    Lengenweiler Lake
    Small, idyllic natural bathing lake in Wilhelmsdorf-Esenhausen
    Wilhelmsdorf-EsenhausenCLOSED
  7. Go to article
    SÜDENSwimming
    "Naturena" bathing lake
    Bathing in crystal-clear water without the use of chemicals.
    Black Forest
  8. Go to article
    NatureWaters
    Bathing Lake Ilmensee
    Wonderful natural swimming lake with all kinds of leisure facilities like mini golf and boat hire. A play area with water and sand games, huts, jetties and a robber forest.
    Illmensee
  9. Go to article
    SÜDENSwimming
    Freibad Bad Teinach
    The Bad Teinach outdoor pool offers a chance to cool off against the backdrop of the marvellous Black Forest nature.
    Black Forest