Outdoor Pools in Jena: New Opening Hours & Closing Dates
Jena, September 1, 2026 – The summer season is drawing to a close, and the outdoor pools in Jena are transitioning to post-season operations.
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Stadtwerke Jena: “Pools are open to all guests”
Jena, June 22, 2026 – Stadtwerke Jena have officially clarified that the Jenaer Bäder are open to all groups of people without restriction. With this clear positioning, the operators are responding to recent discussions and underlining their consistent commitment to inclusion.
Neptune Festival at Ostbad: The Sea God Calls to Jena
On June 30, 2026, the Jenaer Ostbad will be transformed into the realm of the sea god Neptune. Families can expect a day full of water games, fun, and the traditional Neptune baptism.
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.
Left Party Demands Longer Opening Hours for Jena Outdoor Pools
The city council faction Die Linke in Jena is pushing for a significant extension of daily opening hours at the Südbad and Ostbad pools to better accommodate working professionals and families.
Outdoor Pool Season Opened: First Swim at Ostbad in Jena
Jena (May 16, 2026) – The outdoor pool season in Jena has opened. On Friday, the traditional ‘Anbaden’ took place at Ostbad, marking the start of this year’s open-air swimming season.
Season Start at Ostbad Jena: Admission Prices Remain Stable – Free Swimming for Seniors
Ostbad Jena will open the new outdoor pool season on May 15. While admission prices remain unchanged, a new health promotion initiative will allow seniors to swim for free during early morning hours five days a week.
Kick-off on May 1st: Jena’s outdoor pools open the summer season
The outdoor pool season in Jena is imminent. Right on time for the public holiday on May 1st, the Südbad opens its gates, while the Ostbad follows suit two weeks later.
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.