Public bath, Public bath building in St. Gallen, Switzerland.
Description
The Volksbad is a public bathing facility in St. Gallen with separate swimming sections, individual changing rooms, and design elements from the early twentieth century. The spaces are organized to provide privacy for each visitor through lockable cabins.
History
The building was constructed in 1906 when most homes lacked bathrooms and clean bathing facilities were urgently needed. This investment in public hygiene was part of a broader effort to improve everyday living conditions.
Culture
Sculptural works by Henri Gisbert Geene fill the interior with art nouveau forms that you notice throughout the rooms. These decorative touches show how much thought went into making everyday spaces feel refined.
Practical
The facility maintains limited visitor numbers at any given time to ensure comfort and avoid overcrowding. Each guest receives a private lockable cabin for changing and storing belongings.
Did you know?
It was among the first indoor swimming facilities built in Switzerland, following a similar establishment in Winterthur. These early buildings pioneered a new approach to public leisure and wellness.
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