Vienna
Choosing an outdoor swimming pool in Vienna depends on the kind of day you want. The Alte Donau suits informal swims and sunset meet-ups, while Donauinsel offers family swim days with space for sport and relaxation.
For structured swimming, Schönbrunner Bad and Stadionbad add lanes, varied pools and room for longer visits.
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#1Große Bucht Aussichtsplatform is an outdoor swimming spot by the Alte Donau in Vienna, best suited to relaxed summer time with friends. Its appeal centres on open water, broad views and memorable sunsets rather than a structured pool complex.
The setting works for an informal swim, a warm-weather break or a casual meeting by the water, with 24-hour access listed.
#2Familienbadestrand Neue Donau is a spacious, family-friendly bathing area on Donauinsel at Arbeiterstrandbadstraße 7. The setting combines swimming, sport and relaxation , with areas described as shallow and suitable for an easy-going day beside the water.
Nearby bathing infrastructure includes Arena Beach, Pirat Bucht, CopaBeach and Pier 22, giving visitors several ways to extend a summer outing.
#3Evening swimming during the summer months
Set beside Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, Schönbrunner Bad is a spacious outdoor pool built around a 50-metre sports pool and large swimming areas. The complex adds a café, wellness restaurant, fitness and wellness facilities, sun loungers included with entry, and evening swimming during the summer months .
Online season-ticket booking is available, while day tickets can be bought at the entrance. Opening hours are listed as 8:30 am to 9 pm daily.
#4Large green park with shade
Stadionbad on Meiereistraße is a versatile outdoor aquatic centre for relaxed family days or focused training. Its layout includes a baby pool, Olympic pool with lanes, recreational pool, wave pool and two slides, alongside a large green park with shaded areas.
The broad mix of water depths and activities suits different age groups, while staff can help with practical details such as locating lockers. Opening hours run from 9 am to 8 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 8 pm at weekends.
#5Kongressbad is a substantial public swimming pool on Julius-Meinl-Gasse in Vienna’s 16th district, housed in one of the city’s most distinctive historic bathing buildings. Its facilities include a large pool, two additional pools and a separate children’s pool, making it particularly suitable for family outings.
The complex is well maintained and can accommodate many visitors, with opening hours from 9 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 7:30 pm at weekends.
#6Strandbad Stadlau combines outdoor bathing with the Café Restaurant Strand-Domizil beside the Mühlwasser. The venue offers swimming, a garden setting and Viennese cooking, alongside breakfast, a lunch menu and event hosting.
Its generous portions and relaxed waterside atmosphere suit full-day summer visits, especially for visitors who want a meal as part of their bathing outing rather than a standalone swim.
#7Hadersdorf-Weidlingauer Bad is a compact public outdoor pool on Hauptstraße in Vienna’s 14th district. The facilities include a larger pool, a children’s pool and a water slide, offering a straightforward choice for casual swimming and family play. Shaded space is limited and the pool can become busy, so it suits visitors who value a smaller neighbourhood setting more than extensive lap-swimming space.
Opening hours are 9 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 7:30 pm at weekends.
#8Döblinger Bad combines four pools with a generous outdoor setting at Geweygasse 6 in Vienna’s 19th district. It is well suited to families and groups, with a children’s playground, volleyball area, many deck chairs and green space for breaks between swims.
A snack bar serves drinks, ice cream and light food, while visitors may also bring their own food. Opening hours are 9 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 7:30 pm at weekends.
#9Höpflerbad is a leafy public outdoor pool in Vienna’s 23rd district, with different pool depths designed for varied ages and swimming abilities. Its facilities include a main pool, a wave pool, two children’s pools and play areas, while the surrounding gardens and trees create room for relaxing in the shade.
The venue is close to train and bus connections, although busy periods can affect space and comfort. Opening hours are 9 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 7:30 pm at weekends.
#10Familienbad Schweizergarten is a family-focused public pool beside Schweizergarten in Vienna’s 3rd district. Its large, shallow pool is suitable for younger children, complemented by a small slide, climbing frame, children’s toilets, changing facilities and a kiosk serving ice cream, sweets and snacks.
The location has strong transport connections and opening hours from 10 am to 8 pm daily. Entrance queues can be slow at busy times, so allow extra time when arriving with children.
#11Sauna and shower-bath facilities
Floridsdorfer Bad is an indoor public pool on Franklinstraße, designed around a 25-metre swimming pool with spacious spectator facilities and a large tribune. It is especially relevant when competitions or organised swimming events are taking place, while the venue also offers a sauna and shower-bath facilities .
Advance booking is advisable during busy periods. Opening hours vary by day, with Monday closed, early starts from 8 am on several days and evening closing as late as 9 pm on Thursdays and Wednesdays.
#12Wave pool and two children’s pools
Laaerbergbad is an outdoor swimming and recreation complex in Vienna’s 10th district, offering a main pool, wave pool and two children’s pools . Its green grounds provide room for shaded rest, with sun loungers available around the bathing areas.
The water is listed at 24°C, while seasonal crowds can vary. Opening hours are 9 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 7:30 pm at weekends, making it a flexible choice for family swimming and leisure.
#13Jörgerbad is a public indoor swimming pool and sauna complex at Jörgerstraße 42–44 in Vienna’s 1170 district. Its swimming area includes two dedicated lanes, a larger open lane, separate swimmer and non-swimmer sections, and a nearby children’s pool.
The layout places showers and changing rooms on different floors, so the arrangement may feel unconventional. Check the current opening hours and admission prices before visiting, especially if you are looking specifically for an outdoor pool.
#14Solid lap-swimming possibilities
Hourly tickets and day passes available
Brigittenauer Bad is a public indoor swimming and sauna complex on Klosterneuburger Straße in Vienna’s 20th district. It offers solid lap-swimming possibilities , with hourly tickets and day passes available for flexible visits. Sauna and shower-bath facilities add options beyond the main pool.
Opening hours are 9 am to 7:30 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 7:30 pm at weekends. Entrance service can be slow at busy moments, so allow additional time when planning a tightly scheduled visit.
#15Indoor and outdoor pools
Hietzinger Bad is a public swimming pool in Vienna with indoor pools for recreational swimming and sport, plus an outdoor pool area with two pools and a slide. Its family-friendly layout makes it suitable for casual summer visits, while regular swimmers can use the indoor facilities for structured training.
The pool is generally well maintained and includes a simple food option on site. It can become busy at popular times, and the water has a distinctly chlorinated character typical of an indoor sports pool.
Summary
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Große Bucht Aussichtsplatform | 4.7 | 200 | Informal summer swims and sunset meet-ups |
| #2 | Familienbadestrand Neue Donau | 4.5 | 299 | Family swim days |
| #3 | Schönbrunner Bad | 4.2 | 1,046 | Lap swimming |
| #4 | Stadionbad | 4.0 | 2,231 | mixed-age groups and swimmers wanting lanes |
| #5 | Kongressbad | 4.3 | 1,191 | Families seeking a spacious public pool |
| #6 | Strandbad Stadlau | 4.4 | 315 | Swim days with breakfast or a full meal |
| #7 | Hadersdorf-Weidlingauer Bad | 4.4 | 288 | Casual family swimming in Vienna’s 14th district |
| #8 | Döblinger Bad | 4.2 | 1,518 | Families and groups wanting swimming plus recreation |
| #9 | Höpflerbad | 4.2 | 818 | Family days with play areas and varied water depths |
| #10 | Familienbad Schweizergarten | 4.2 | 408 | Families with young children |
| #11 | Floridsdorfer Bad | 4.1 | 1,059 | Lap swimming and watching organised competitions |
| #12 | Laaerbergbad | 4.1 | 1,108 | Family leisure with waves |
| #13 | Jörgerbad | 4.1 | 919 | Lane swimming |
| #14 | Brigittenauer Bad | 4.0 | 1,039 | Flexible indoor swimming and sauna sessions |
| #15 | Hietzinger Bad | 4.0 | 1,301 | Family swimming days |
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Map and areas
Use the map to compare bathing spots across Vienna before setting out. The Donau and Alte Donau locations are spread around the waterfront, while Schönbrunn, Meiereistraße and the 14th district offer different routes through the city. Check the exact pin carefully, especially for the Donau access point, then consider distance, transport and how much time you plan to spend there.
Schönbrunner Bad is a strong choice for lap swimming because it has a 50-metre sports pool and large swimming areas. Stadionbad also has an Olympic pool with lanes, making it useful for swimmers who want training space alongside recreational facilities.
Families can compare Familienbadestrand Neue Donau, Stadionbad, Kongressbad and Hadersdorf-Weidlingauer Bad. These options offer different combinations of shallow water, children's pools, slides, recreational areas and space for mixed-age groups.
Große Bucht Aussichtsplatform is an informal swimming spot beside the Alte Donau. It is better suited to open-water swimming, waterfront views and relaxed summer meet-ups than to a structured pool day with lanes or slides.
Strandbad Stadlau combines outdoor bathing beside the Mühlwasser with Café Restaurant Strand-Domizil. Visitors can plan around breakfast, lunch or a fuller meal, although it is sensible to check availability and reserve ahead when demand is high.
Schönbrunner Bad includes evening swimming during the summer months, along with a café, wellness restaurant, fitness facilities and sun loungers. Check the current seasonal timetable before travelling, as late access can vary.
