{"id":1772,"date":"2015-07-28T00:00:23","date_gmt":"2015-07-28T00:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/swimming-pools-europe-summer-holiday\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T17:39:30","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T17:39:30","slug":"swimming-pools-europe-summer-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/experience\/swimming-pools-europe-summer-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Best Swimming Pools to Cool off During your Summer Holiday in Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Explorer Helen Alexander –\u00a0<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

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1. Swim Laps at a Lido: London, UK<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

When the sun\u2019s shining, Londoners pack a picnic and head to one of the city\u2019s old-school outdoor swimming pools \u2013 or lidos. In the southeast, there\u2019s Brockwell Park\u2019s Olympic-size pool, where regular evening film screenings are held in the summer months. Up north, the 60-metre Hampstead Heath lido is complemented by three ponds surrounded by leafy green spaces, perfect for sunbathing.<\/p>\n

The capital\u2019s latest attraction, situated in the newly regenerated Granary Square behind one of the busiest train stations in the country, is the King’s Cross Pond Club. Billed as an art attraction you can swim in, the stunning pool is filtered by plants and surrounded by nature \u2013 float on your back and stare up at the city skyline.<\/p>\n

Where to stay in London<\/h4>\n

The 52nd floor of the\u00a0Shangri-La Hotel at the Shard London<\/a> is home to Western Europe\u2019s highest swimming pool and boasts breathtaking views of famous landmarks, such as Westminster and Big Ben.<\/p>\n

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2. From Beach to Bar: Dubrovnik, Croatia<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Get a whole new perspective on the city\u2019s ornate stone churches and baroque buildings as you float offshore at one of the many sandy \u2013 or sometimes pebbly \u2013 stretches along the Adriatic coast.<\/p>\n

Of all Dubrovnik\u2019s beaches, Banje gets the most attention<\/a> and rightly so. It\u2019s a picture-perfect patch of turquoise water and as the sun sinks into the sea, the beach bar rapidly transforms into a hip nightclub \u2013 just remember to pack your party clothes when you set off for the day.<\/p>\n

If you like your beach time to come with a few activities thrown in, join a kayaking tour and paddle past the medieval city walls, or if you prefer to take it easy, set up camp at Banje \u2013 tucked behind the cathedral, you\u2019ll find a series of stone steps that are perfect for throwing your towel on to sunbathe.<\/p>\n

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Where to stay in Dubrovnik<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Hotel Dubrovnik Palace<\/a>\u00a0has four swimming pools to choose from, in addition to a\u00a0private beach with a snorkelling and PADI diving centre.<\/p>\n

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3. Tales from the Riverbank: Munich, Germany<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cutting the city in half, the Isar River meanders past a number of stunning spots where locals enjoy barbecues and picnics during the long daylight hours of summer. Take the plunge and join a river-rafting trip.
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\nBut be warned, this isn\u2019t the white-knuckled, white-water version.<\/p>\n

Instead, Munich\u2019s old-school wooden rafts lazily float down river to the sound of the onboard band. Passengers can take in the sights while feasting on plenty of traditional German food and beer. Head to Eisbach,\u00a0a tributary of the Isar that runs through the scenic Englischer Garten, if you want to practice your surf skills without leaving the city. Yes, really. Here, the river water shoots from an underground tunnel and a wave is created \u2013 making the spot a favourite among locals for a spot of river surfing.<\/p>\n

Where to stay in Munich<\/h4>\n

The lakeside\u00a0Althoff Seehotel \u00dcberfahrt<\/a> has a sprawling spa with both indoor and outdoor pools, as well as private access to the lake to sunbathe. Just under 100 kilometres from Munich airport, it makes for a peaceful break from the city.<\/p>\n

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4. Lazy, Lakeside Days: Geneva, Switzerland<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

Drawing in visitors year-round, with its warming Turkish bath and saunas for winter and pristine beach and swimming pools for summer, Bains des P\u00e2quis\u00a0has all the attractions of a beach resort but in a city setting. Leap from the diving board into the crystal clear water, join a meditative tai chi class and swim out to the stunning lighthouse \u2013 the scene of an annual race.<\/p>\n

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Once you have cooled off, it\u2019s time to warm your stomach with a bubbling pot of traditional fondue. It\u2019s served at a number of lakeside restaurants and gourmands from all over the country head here to tuck into this melted cheese delicacy.<\/p>\n

Keep an eye out for water polo action, too \u2013 Bains des P\u00e2quis in the practice ground of the\u00a0Gen\u00e8ve Club Natation.<\/p>\n

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Where to\u00a0Stay in Geneva<\/h4>\n

The\u00a0Four Seasons Hotel Geneva<\/a>\u00a0has a rooftop pool that plays underwater music. Stay where there\u2019s a place to swim onsite and you\u2019ll be as cool as a cucumber throughout your Europe tour.<\/p>\n

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[tabs] [tab title=”Best Time to Visit” icon=”entypo-light-up”]Summer in Western Europe can get hot. Expect plenty of sunshine, lots of daylight hours and high temperatures from June to August, while spring and autumn are mild with some showers.<\/p>\n

If you visit in winter, fear not \u2013 the region has some fantastic natural hot springs and heated swimming pools \u2013 so you can still soak in comfort.[\/tab]<\/p>\n

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Malaysian Airlines\u00a0fly direct<\/a> from Kuala Lumpur to London Gatwick (LGW) and London Heathrow (LHW). Flight time is around 13 hours 30 minutes. Lufthansa flies from KL to Geneva (GVA), Munich (MUC) and Dubrovnik (DBV) via Frankfurt.[\/tab] [\/tabs]<\/p>\n

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