Faster access to Jena outdoor pools with online tickets
In anticipation of the upcoming heatwave, Jenaer Bäder recommends purchasing online tickets to avoid long waiting times at the entrances of Ostbad and Südbad.
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Over 1,100 bathers celebrate GalaxSea farewell party before renovation
The GalaxSea leisure pool in Jena has entered its planned 1.5-year renovation phase following a well-attended farewell party with over 1,100 guests.
Weather Bad Luck: First “FeierAbend” at Strandschleicher Cancelled
Jena, 05.05.2026 – The first “FeierAbend” of the season at Strandschleicher in Jena has been cancelled. Jenaer Bäder have called off the event for the upcoming Thursday due to weather conditions.
Season Opening: Ostbad Jena Starts the Summer on May 15
Jena, March 31, 2026. The outdoor pool season in Jena is ready to go: The popular Ostbad opens its gates to bathers in mid-May. The Jenaer Bäder traditionally invite all interested parties to the start of the summer season.
Season Start at Schleichersee: First “FeierAbend” at Strandschleicher Announced
The summer season in Jena is casting its first shadows ahead: The Jenaer Bädergesellschaft invites you to the first “FeierAbend” at the Strandschleicher in early May. Visitors can expect a relaxed start to the warm season directly at the Schleichersee with culinary and musical accompaniment.
Last Holiday Games at GalaxSea: Easter Program Before Major Renovation
Before the GalaxSea leisure pool closes for extensive renovation in early June, Jenaer Bäder invites families to a large holiday program under the motto “Mission Easter Bunny.”
New Beach Volleyball Courts at Strandschleicher: Jenaer Bäder Expand Facility
Jena, 16.03.2026 – Two new beach volleyball courts with a modern floodlight system are currently being built at Strandschleicher. With a symbolic groundbreaking ceremony on March 12, Jenaer Bädergesellschaft started the expansion of the facility to a future total of eight professional sand courts.
Ice Swimming in Südbad: New Year’s Swim Rescheduled for March 8
Jena, February 26, 2026. The New Year’s swim at Schleichersee, originally planned for the turn of the year, will be held in March. After the thick ice cover on the water has finally melted, Jenaer Bäder now invites all the brave and curious to join in for ice swimming.