Outdoor swimming pools of Luxembourg
Created | Updated Aug 29, 2003
Intro
The tiny western European Grand Duchy1 of Luxembourg has lots of advantages but one of its big problems is that it is very far from the sea2. Thankfully there are a number of alternative ways to enjoy some swimming and splashing around.
Vianden
The outdoor pool at Vianden has one of the most spectacular views in the world: the huge and very well preserved medieval castle of Vianden sits perched on a rocky cliff just a few kilometers away,and its imposing silhouette dominates the skyline.The pool is open from early May to early September and it costs 1.40 euros for children and 2.80 for adults. There is no time limit on how long you can stay. It has a great slide3 which drops into the smaller of its two brilliant pools. The small pool, which also has a waterfall machine, ranges from 50 centimetres to 1 meter 30. By contrast the second pool is more suitable for doing lengths, and has 9 starting blocks at either end, and a constant depth of 2 meters 50.Also at Vianden there is a cafe selling snacks, ice-creams and drinks - this cafe overlooks the pools. There is also a little play park suitable for younger children right next to the baby pool. There are on site changing facilities including showers and toilets.
Park Hotel
The outdoor swimming pool at the Park hotel is on the outskirts of Luxembourg city. There is a main pool and a smaller pool, but no slides or other attractions. However, its proximity to the capital city is a major plus.Grevenmacher
The outdoor pool in Grevenmacher is on the river Moselle which forms the border with Germany.Remich
Remich's outdoor swimming pool is also on the river Moselle and is a short distance away from the pool in Grevenmacher. It is open from 24 May to 7 September 4that new one
1it's the world's only Grand Duchy you know!2196 miles from Zeebrugge, the nearest sea port.36.5m high and 65m long42003 dates
