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Idar-Oberstein natural pool opens at Whitsun

Due to the current low air and water temperatures, the Idar-Oberstein natural pool is expected to open on Whit Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 10.30 am.

May 12, 2026
The photo shows a view of the natural swimming pool. The changing rooms can be seen in the background.
Gisela Petry

Due to the current low air and water temperatures, the Idar-Oberstein natural pool is expected to open on Whit Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 10.30 am.

The outdoor pool is open Monday to Friday from 12:30 to 19:00 and on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 10:30 to 19:00. In the event of bad weather, the opening times may vary; information on this can be found on the hotline 06781/263640 and on the website https://baeder.idar-oberstein.de/.

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