Great Fun for Water Lovers7 Summer Tips for Cooling off in Baden-Württemberg

Water is fascinating and provides the refreshing fun factor in summer. For this reason alone, water is a must on every summer holiday. Now is the time: Dive in, unwind and enjoy the time!

The cool water promises a break from everyday life. You've come to the right place in Southwest Germany. Here you will find a variety of water fun and cooling adventures! Numerous lakes, rivers and pools invite you to swim, sail, surf and canoe. Or how about stand-up paddling or yoga on the water? We have picked out seven highlights for you. Who doesn't get wet...

Water march... the swimming season is open!

The Rems has its source at the foot of the Swabian Alb and flows into the Neckar near Ludwigsburg. There is a canoe and SUP station in Weinstadt-Endersbach that is just waiting to be discovered by you. Since 2019, you can paddle along a continuous canoe route all the way to Waiblingen - a whole five kilometres of adventure! Before you set off, here are a few tips: Noise not only annoys others, but also the animals. And leftovers? We take them home with us. Sure, right? Then we start at the Birkel weir in Weinstadt-Endersbach. We glide gently downstream on the water. The charming riverside landscape passes us by - or is it the other way round? We enjoy the beauty of the river valley and the peace and quiet. Every now and then we have to carry the canoe round a few weirs. At a romantic resting place, we fortify ourselves with a small picnic. We then paddle on at a leisurely pace. After about 2-3 hours we reach Waiblingen. The exit is in the centre of the town. We return the canoe here.



Die Zugvögel - Canoe Tours and more

The Black Forest is also a popular holiday destination in summer. It's not just hikers and cyclists who get their money's worth here. The region around the Black Forest is also home to a whole range of beautiful bathing lakes. So it's not far to swimming fun. And let's be honest, what could be better than jumping into the cool water on a hot summer's day?

That's exactly what we thought and set off for the Schluchsee. Not only is it the largest lake in the Black Forest, it is also one of the cleanest bathing lakes in Germany. Water rats get their money's worth here. Diving, surfing, sailing, fishing or simply relaxing - everything is possible here. An 18-kilometre circular path runs along the lakeshore. So you can find a quiet spot even on busy days. Nothing stands in the way of a dip in the refreshing water.



Black Forst Tourism - Lakes à la Black Forest

There is a large selection of sailing schools on Lake Constance. That's why it's also an ideal sailing area for beginners. We are patiently explained what is important when sailing. How do you set the sails? How do I tack? How do I find the wind? By the third time we're already doing surprisingly well. By the fifth time, we newbies look almost experienced. We glide leisurely and almost silently across the calm lake. On the water, the stress of everyday life immediately falls away. But Lake Constance is not just perfect for learning. It also remains exciting for experts, as the wind and weather often change very quickly. The lake is also simply full of variety. There are many beautiful harbors and towns. And the natural scenery is simply breathtaking.



Water experiences on Lake Constance

The adventure pool in Rust promises water fun whatever the weather. That's why we take advantage of a break in the rain to visit the large indoor water world. Rulantica is a fictitious island in the Arctic Ocean with many attractions. And we are indeed surrounded by an impressive atmosphere. The mixture of Scandinavian style, Nordic landscape and imaginative design harmonises perfectly. Mystical scenery promises an unforgettable experience. We wander through the nine themed areas and see lots of fantasy creatures. In ‘Vinterhal’, we bravely venture onto the jump slide. At the end, we free fall from a height of 1.5 metres into the water. Definitely not for the faint-hearted. On the other hand, one of the bubble loungers in the 30-degree water offers relaxation. The outdoor area also has plenty to offer, such as a raging torrent. Action fans can let themselves drift through its heated riverbed. However, as the Baden sun has fought its way through the clouds, we opt for a deckchair and enjoy ourselves.



Discover the water world of Rulantica

The BADEPARADIES SCHWARZWALD is located on Lake Titisee - holiday dreams come true here! Whether it's stormy or snowing, tropical temperatures and plenty of palm trees await you here. Get out of the daily grind and into the fun. Collect unique feel-good moments and look forward to unwinding. The bathing paradise combines the PALAIS Vital SPA & sauna world, the palm oasis and the GALAXY SCHWARZWALD adventure pool.

The PALAIS Vital is a paradise for sauna fans. 12 themed saunas and 6 vitality pools await you in a 6,000 m² wellness area. The relaxation oasis offers a marvellous panoramic view over the Black Forest. There are over 180 real palm trees in the palm oasis and the water is 33 degrees warm. Five mineral pools and an exotic pool bar with fruity cocktails round off the Caribbean feeling.

Action and fun for big and small water rats in the GALAXY SCHWARZWALD. More than 25 water attractions invite you to romp and swim. There are 23 indoor slides, a wave pool and diving platforms. The bathing paradise also spoils its guests with culinary delights. We opt for a relaxation shell in the PALAIS Vital and look forward to our time out in paradise.



Discover the Badeparadies in the Black Forest