Waldbad Köln Dünnwald
Waldbad Köln Dünnwald is a water park nestled in a forest near Cologne, featuring several swimming pools of different sizes for various skill levels. A 50-meter lap pool serves serious swimmers, while smaller pools include slides and play features for children, complemented by beach volleyball courts, table tennis tables, wooden saunas, and spacious grass areas shaded by trees.
The water park opened in 1923 to provide workers and families with an affordable recreational option, originally named 'Loreley' before briefly serving as a mud bath. It evolved into the present-day forest pool through the continued support of local civic organizations and community associations.
The name Waldbad Köln Dünnwald reflects what visitors find here: a place where water and forest meet in harmony. The Mutzbach stream flows through the grounds and naturally divides the space into sections, creating a layout that has drawn families and swimmers for generations.
The park is easily accessible by public transport with a bus stop directly at the entrance and ample bicycle parking. Car parking is available nearby, with additional spaces just a few minutes walk away if the main lot is full.
The Mutzbach stream flows directly through the grounds and naturally divides the space into distinct sections, giving the place a distinctive layout. Visitors cross small bridges to reach the pools, which sets this location apart from typical commercial water parks.
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