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.
Südbad
Paradiestriathlon at Südbad: Important Restrictions for Bathers and Traffic
On Saturday, June 27, the traditional Paradiestriathlon will be held around the Jenaer Südbad. While the pool remains open, visitors should expect restrictions in the water and on access roads.
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.
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.
Deep House at Südbad: Beach Bar Invites to Fête de la Musique
On June 21, 2026, the „Strandschleicher“ beach bar at Jena’s Südbad will host an afternoon of electronic music as part of the nationwide Fête de la Musique, featuring regional DJs and summer activities.
Südbad parking lot closed on Saturday due to Thüringenpokal final
Visitors to Jena’s Südbad should expect significant parking restrictions this Saturday. Due to the Thüringenpokal final, the regular parking lot will be temporarily unavailable.
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.
Due to Thuringian Derby: Südbad and „Strandschleicher“ Completely Closed on Saturday
Due to the high-risk football match between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and Rot-Weiß Erfurt, the Südbad and the „Strandschleicher“ beach bar will remain closed this Saturday. Extensive security measures and road closures in the Oberaue area are the primary reasons.
Season Start at Schleichersee: Südbad Opens with 15-Degree Water Temperature
Despite cool water temperatures of 15 degrees, the Südbad at Schleichersee has officially opened the outdoor pool season in Jena under bright sunshine.
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.