Hidden bathing lakes in Ostallgäu: refreshment guaranteed!

Hidden bathing lakes in Ostallgäu: refreshment guaranteed!

In recent years, Ostallgäu has emerged as a true paradise for bathing enthusiasts. In particular, the region's hidden bathing lakes, including the Elbsee near Aitrang, the Ettwieser Weiher and the Hagenmoos natural outdoor pool, offer a welcome way to cool off on hot summer days. Lake Elbsee is known for its soft, skin-friendly water and the picturesque forest shore, which offers impressive distant views of the surrounding mountains. This beautiful setting attracts both locals and tourists and offers leisure seekers numerous opportunities for relaxing hours by the water. According to the reports in the Allgäuer Zeitung, the Ostallgäu district office has confirmed the excellent water quality of these bathing lakes, without any complaints in the published reports Samples.

As the Tagesschau reports, Germany is doing well in international comparison when it comes to water quality. Over 90 percent of bathing waters in Germany received an “excellent” rating. At 90.5 percent in 2024, the waters tested were consistently high in popularity, making them an attractive choice for bathers. A look at the rating shows that over 2,000 bathing spots were rated as “excellent,” while only nine were rated as “poor.” Fortunately, Ostallgäu ranks in the top category here.

Attractive offers for families

Families particularly appreciate the offerings at the three bathing lakes. All three bathing facilities are equipped with kiosks and some also provide playgrounds that invite you to linger and play. A practical thing: There are no parking fees at these swimming lakes, which makes them particularly attractive compared to many other lakes in the south of the district. So it's no wonder that water-related recreational opportunities are so well received.

However, there have been some challenges at the Ettwieser Weiher in recent years, particularly with regard to protected stream mussels that rely on sufficient water. In order to protect the habitat of these animals, the water level was partially drained. However, for this year's bathing season the situation is stable, so that both bathers and mussels can feel comfortable here again. The city council of Marktoberdorf has also made plans to relocate the playground at the Ettwieser Weiher because it is too close to the water. This measure will be supported by investments of several thousand euros, and work is scheduled to begin after the bathing season in autumn.

In conclusion, it can be said that the bathing lakes in Ostallgäu not only impress with their high water quality, but also with their family-friendly infrastructure and impressive nature. The motto here is to go and enjoy!