Jena, June 24, 2026. Next Saturday, June 27, the traditional Paradiestriathlon will be held around the Jenaer Südbad. Although the natural pool remains open for regular swimming, visitors must prepare for noticeable restrictions in the water and on the access routes.
- Event: Jenaer Paradiestriathlon (Organizer: Triathlon Jena e.V.)
- Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
- Location: Südbad Jena and the entire Oberaue
- Südbad Admission: Regularly open, standard rates apply
- Alternative Options: Ostbad and Schwimmparadies Jena
Specific Restrictions at Südbad
The triathlon competition will affect the usual swimming comfort at Südbad on Saturday. The following changed conditions and restricted areas must be observed:
- Restrictions in the Lake: Due to the swimming competitions, temporary closures and restrictions for swimming in the lake may occur throughout the day.
- Blocked Access Routes: Due to the running and cycling routes, access roads in the Oberaue area will be strictly regulated on Saturday. Direct access to the pool grounds is hardly possible.
- Noise & Visitor Volume: Increased noise levels from commentary and cheering, as well as significantly higher public traffic, are to be expected across the entire site.
Schedule Changes in Public Transport and Road Closures
Not only bathers, but also public transport is affected by the sporting event. Changed traffic routing will occur around Stadtrodaer Straße. For Jenaer Nahverkehr, the outbound bus stops “Sportforum” and “Wöllnitz” will be cancelled without replacement between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
For bathers seeking undisturbed swimming fun on Saturday, Jenaer Bäder recommends the Ostbad and the Schwimmparadies Jena (indoor sports pool) as alternative destinations. Further information on rates and opening hours can be found online at www.stadtwerke-jena.de/baeder/freibaeder.html.
🚗 Traffic & Everyday Consequences in the Oberaue
The Jenaer Oberaue and the adjacent Stadtrodaer Straße are among the most frequented traffic axes of the Lichtstadt, as they connect the center directly with the Autobahn A4. During major sporting events like the Paradiestriathlon, drivers should ideally take wide detours. In the Paradiespark itself, increased caution and mutual consideration are required from pedestrians and recreational cyclists due to crossing running and cycling tracks.
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Paradiestriathlon at Südbad: Important Information for Bathers
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