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Ralf Moeller Backs Rhine Bathing Bans in NRW Cities

He warns that strong currents have proved deadly, urging swimmers to choose lakes or pools instead.

Overview

  • The actor and former swim instructor says the Rhine’s currents can overwhelm even experienced swimmers.
  • He advises only briefly dipping feet at the shore and recommends lakes or public pools for cooling off.
  • Moeller adds that the river is not particularly clean and is not a suitable place for swimming.
  • Cities including Düsseldorf, Cologne, Neuss and Duisburg have enacted bathing bans in recent months after repeated drownings.
  • He made the comments in Dortmund during the Intertabac trade fair where he appeared on Saturday.