Weekend closure persists for Helene Weigel Square's swimming pool.
Title: Marzahn Residents Brace for Weekend Summer Heat Waves as Pool Closures Loom
Get ready, Marzahn folks! That scorching summer heat is on its way, and finding a chilly escape, especially during the weekend, might become a struggle. The hottest spot, Helene-Weigel-Platz's swimming pool in Marzahn-Hellersdorf, has new opening hours. From Monday to Friday, the "Helmut-Behrendt" pool runs its usual hours, 6:30 to 10:00 PM. But buckle up, it's closed on weekends until September 7th.
Why, pray tell, is this the scenario? The Berlin Baths (BBB) spilled the beans to the Berliner Morgenpost, stating, "Since every year, a large chunk of our staff is deployed to the summer baths, operating the hall seven days a week is not a feasible option."
Marzahn's Swimming Drought Since 2002
This isn't great news for Marzahn-Hellersdorf's swimmers. Since 2002, we've been in a drought – no outdoor pool in the eastern Berlin district. The Wernerbad in Mahlsdorf bit the dust back in the day. A new outdoor pool location has been discussed for a whopping 13 years. Now, plans are in motion for a new swimming pool in Jelena-Santic-Friedenspark. The initial plan includes an indoor pool, with an outdoor pool envisioned alongside Kienberg.
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This isn't the first time the "Helmut-Behrendt" pool has taken a dive this year: in 2023, it was available for seven days, and in 2024, it was open for a mere six days and shut down on Saturdays. According to the BBB, the summer schedule is set each spring, with guests informed via the website and pool announcements.
Alternatives for Marzahn Residents?
While swimming in Biesdorfer Baggersee and Kaulsdorfer Lakes is technically off-limits, many still dip their toes (and more!) in for a cool-off. In the past, the district office has had a laid-back approach. However, the Helene-Weigel-Platz pool isn't much of a weekend solace from the summer heat.
With the closure of the pool on weekends, it's high time you dug deeper to find alternative ways to beat the summer heat in Marzahn. Reach out to the pool's management or your local district office for updated details and options. Happy summer, Marzahn!
- For those seeking alternatives to the swimming pool in Marzahn, home-and-garden spaces such as Biesdorfer Baggersee and Kaulsdorfer Lakes could provide temporary relief, although it's important to note they might not be officially sanctioned swimming spots.
- In the health-and-wellness realm, fitness-and-exercise options like yoga, Pilates, or gym workouts could help manage body temperature and stay active during the summer heat.
- As the pool remains closed on weekends until September 7th, exploring the idea of incorporating science-based practices, such as dehydrating home-grown fruits for healthier snacking or experimenting with DIY water misters to cooling down living spaces, could be viable lifestyle adjustments to deal with the summer warmth.
