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Schwimmoper, Swimming center and architectural heritage monument in Wuppertal, Germany

Schwimmoper is a swimming and sports center in Wuppertal featuring multiple pools and modern facilities. The complex houses training and competition areas alongside sauna and wellness amenities in one building.

The facility was built on the site of the former Barmen Opera House, preserving the memory of the city's theater tradition. Major modernization work brought the building up to date and enhanced its operations.

The name references the former opera house that once occupied this location, and the architecture honors that heritage through its design elements. Visitors can sense this connection to the city's cultural past in the building's details.

The center is easy to reach and offers different areas for various activities. Visitors should note that different saunas have different temperatures and the water conditions in the pools are suited for different types of training.

The building features red heated benches and colored starting blocks that give the space a lively appearance. These details were designed alongside specialized lighting systems that work well even in high-humidity conditions.

Location: Wuppertal

GPS coordinates: 51.25280,7.14083

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:41

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