Splash! Boom! Bang! - Coolest pool in the West

Created in 2001 by the artists Dirk Paschke and Daniel Milohnic, the blue pool, framed by the industrial architecture of the Zollverein coal mine, represents the structural change in the Ruhr area.

130 cubic meters of water, 2,40 meters deep, 19,1 degrees water temperature. The factory swimming pool on Zollverein colliery Essen is considered one of the coolest swimming pools in the West. Not necessarily suitable for those who prefer warm showers, the pool remains open for seven weeks, from July 18th to September 1st.

Until then, swimming enthusiasts can cool off, sunbathe and relax free of charge in the factory swimming pool."The factory swimming pool is a popular meeting place for the entire neighborhood and is known beyond its borders," said the Chairman of the Board Hans-Peter Noll. Especially young people are drawn to this exciting bathing spot during the summer weeks. Placed in stark contrast to the coke oven battery, it is Swimming pools, however, are only permitted for swimmers..

The best belly flop of the year will be determined

The factory swimming pool, framed by an impressive backdrop. Photo: © Jochen Tack

On August 29 will then the "Best belly flop of the year" determined. Under the motto "Splash! Boom! Bang!", all participants can most beautifully shaped and spectacular belly flop to present to what is sure to be a cheerful audience.

Whether it's the highest water fountain or the biggest wave, the organizers promise that things will get exciting in the pool made from two shipping containers, with first-class jumps and lots of fun!

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Zollverein: Inclusive factory swimming pool for all

Fun in the water for young and old. Provided everyone can swim. Photo: © Jochen Tack

The Zollverein Foundation is committed to this. to make the factory swimming pool and the belly flop contest more inclusiveArt and culture should be accessible to everyone. For this to happen, beachgoers must be able to... independently enter and exit the swimming pool via a bathing ladder without assistance. 

Access to the pool level is possible independently; however, the steps are not wheelchair accessible, so assistance may be required. Since the pool is 2,40 meters deep, Safe swimming skills are essential and non-swimmers will be refused entry..

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Questions regarding the inclusive use of the company swimming pool can be sent to the email address inclusion@zollverein.de be judged.

Further informationFactory swimming pool, access to the coking plant, UNESCO World Heritage Site Zollverein Essen
Open daily from 12 pm to 20 pm (the swimming pool remains closed in bad weather).
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