swimming season - Water quality in Bavaria's lakes is excellent
The summer recreational swimming in Bayern's lakes, according to the Health Ministry's statements, is largely undisturbed due to a mostly excellent Water quality, as reported by the Bavarian Health and Food Safety Authority (LGL). The authority took 1,122 water samples. In nearly 98% of the cases, the water quality was rated as excellent or good, according to Health Minister Judith Gerlach (CSU). "Therefore, our lakes offer a wonderful opportunity to escape the daily routine and enjoy the warm days this year," said Gerlach.
The current values can also be found online on the list of Bavarian EU bathing waters, which is arranged by government districts. For example, the samples from the Feringasee and the Starnberger See in Possenhofen, the Forggensee in Dietringen, or the Großer Brombachsee in Allmannsdorf were not criticizable on the website this year.
The results confirm those of the previous year. According to the Ministry, the health departments take six samples, shortly before and during the swimming season, which runs from the end of April to September 15. These are tested for coliform bacteria, and if suspected, also for blue-green algae.
- Tourists visiting Munich this summer can look forward to enjoyable bathing fun in Bavaria's lakes, as the Ministry of Health has reported largely undisturbed swimming due to excellent water quality.
- The Ministry of Health in Bavaria strongly encourages swimming during the season, which extends from the end of April to September 15, as they have consistently seen excellent or good water quality results.
- During the swimming season, health departments in Bavaria take six water samples, ensuring the water meets safety standards for coliform bacteria and, if necessary, evaluating it for blue-green algae.
- Judith Gerlach, the Bavarian Health Minister, emphasized the high water quality, stating that the lakes are a fantastic opportunity for leisure activities like swimming, offering a great escape from daily routines.
- Water quality in Munich's popular lakes, such as Feringassee, Starnberger See, Forggensee, and Großer Brombachsee, has been consistently rated excellent or good, making them perfect for a refreshing swimming experience.
- The Ministry encourages people to partake in water activities, such as swimming, and points tourists to the Bavarian EU bathing waters list for real-time information, providing peace of mind and enjoyable swims throughout the region.
