Inclement weather discourages tourist attendance at Bavaria's outdoor swimming pools
In the heart of Germany, public pools in Bavaria have faced a challenging July, with persistent rainy days taking a toll on visitor numbers. Nevertheless, the region has managed to stay afloat, thanks to an unusually hot phase in June that boosted attendance.
Despite the losses, Munich public pools have reported a total of 100,000 more visitors than in the same period last year. This increase is attributed to the unusually hot days in June, which drew in bathers seeking relief from the heat.
In Straubing, bathers sought refuge in the year-round open indoor pool during the rainy days. Meanwhile, individual areas in the outdoor pool were closed to manage the impact of the weather.
The story in Nuremberg was different, with public pools recording around 40% fewer visitors in July compared to the previous year. The poor weather conditions were likely the culprit, as warm, sunny weather typically attracts more pool-goers.
However, pool operators in Bavaria remain optimistic about August, hoping for more sunny days to increase visitor numbers. The overall balance for July, they say, remains positive due to the unusually hot days in May and June.
In Wurzburg, the persistent bad weather in July significantly impacted the revenue of public pools. The number of visitors in June and July was in the low three-digit range per day, according to a spokesperson.
It is worth noting that indoor pools in Bavaria may have seen an increase in visitors as an alternative to outdoor pools during the rainy July. This shift in preference could have helped mitigate some of the losses experienced by outdoor pools.
As we move forward, it will be interesting to see how August unfolds for Bavaria's public pools. The region is hoping for continued warm and sunny weather to maintain or boost attendance during the peak swimming season. For precise data or statements from Bavarian pool operators about July 2021 and their expectations for August, it would be necessary to consult local news reports, official tourism statistics, or direct communications from the pools.
- Indoor pools in Bavaria, serving as an alternative to outdoor pools during the rainy July, might have witnessed an influx of visitors seeking shelter, potentially offsetting some of the losses for the outdoor pools.
- While July 2021 has presented challenges for Bavaria's public pools due to persistent rainy days, the region's optimism for August remains buoyed by the hopes of continued warm and sunny weather – a climate typically attracting more swimming enthusiasts.
