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Germany's 2025 Bathing Season Opens with Overwhelmingly Excellent Water Quality

As the season begins, nearly all monitored sites across five states meet high EU standards, with regular testing ensuring continued safety.

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Blick auf den Öjendorfer See im Öjendorfer Park. (Symbolbild)
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Overview

  • In Sachsen-Anhalt, 61 of 69 designated bathing sites were rated 'excellent,' with improvements made at previously restricted locations.
  • All 39 monitored bathing sites in Berlin have been deemed safe for swimming, with biweekly testing for microbial contamination and algae underway.
  • Munich's eight lakes achieved 'excellent' ratings, ensuring safe recreational use throughout the season.
  • In Brandenburg, 235 of 250 bathing waters were classified as 'excellent,' while health authorities continue to monitor remaining sites.
  • Hamburg's bathing season begins with most sites rated 'excellent' and one site, Öjendorfer See, rated 'good' but still safe for use.