Our swimming guide
in Alsace

Swimming is one of the many pleasures of summer in Alsace, but it is essential to know the restrictions in place. Before you dive into the refreshing and soothing waters, find out about authorized swimming areas, the available swimming pools and the beautiful lakes where you can swim in total peace.

Good to know

Can we swim?
in the Rhine?

Swimming in the river is prohibited and can be dangerous in particular close to locks, dams and hydroelectric power stations. Furthermore, swimming in the Rhine is never monitored.

We strongly advise you not to take unnecessary risks. Although swimming is prohibited, nothing prevents you from relaxing on the banks of the river to enjoy the sun and perfect your tan!

Safe swimming

The Sirenia swimming pool

The Sirenia swimming poolstill allows you to enjoy the river air. cool off safely on Rhine Island. When the weather permits, the swimming pool offers you an outdoor space with a playground, a paddling pool, a lawn area and a mineral beach with deckchairs.

A picnic area, trampolines, two beach volleyball courts and table tennis tables complete the pool's facilities.

Natural frames

Lakes and quary lakes
in the surroundings

In Alsace, numerous lakes and old quary lakes offer perfect natural settings to cool off. Find all the authorized bathing spots in Alsace on www.baignades.sante.gouv.fr