Best Outdoor Pool Dresden: 8 Summer Spots You Can’t Miss

Are you ready for an unforgettable summer in Dresden? We’ve got just the thing for you! With the season in full swing, there’s no better time to dive into Dresden’s outdoor pools. But with so many choices, how do you pick the best one? It all depends on what you’re looking for – and luckily, Dresden has something for everyone.

To help you decide, we’ve put together a guide of some of the best outdoor pools in the city. Whether you’re into thrilling water slides or just want to relax on a sun-drenched lawn, these spots offer everything you need for a refreshing break from the daily grind. And the best part? With your Urban Sports Club membership, you can visit all these pools – and more – without the hassle of day passes. So grab your swimsuit and dive into a summer full of adventure!

1. Best lakeside outdoor pool in Dresden: Stauseebad Cossebaude

Stauseebad Cossebaude is a hidden gem for a relaxing summer day! Located right by the lake, it offers a perfect mix of relaxation and action across 45,000 square meters. You can splash around in the 485-square-meter non-swimmer pool under a fun water mushroom, while the giant slide gives you an adrenaline rush.

For the little ones, there’s a 180-square-meter paddling pool where they can safely splash around. And if you’re in the mood for some sports, you can play beach volleyball or table tennis. It’s a paradise for both fun and relaxation.

Address: Meißner Str. 26, 01156 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

2. 18-meter wide slide, year-round pool, and lazy river: Freibad at Georg-Arnhold-Bad

Located near the Great Garden, Freibad im Georg-Arnhold-Bad offers plenty of water fun and relaxation. The solar-heated 25-meter swimming pool is perfect for laps or a quick cool-down. Get your adrenaline pumping on the 18-meter-wide slide, or relax in the year-round pool with a lazy river. For the little ones, there’s a paddling pool with a children’s slide and a fun water play area.

Address: Helmut-Schön-Allee 2, 01069 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

3. Best nude beach in Dresden: Strandbad Wostra (FKK Beach)

Strandbad Wostra (FKK-Bad) is another summer hotspot, located right along the Elbe cycle path. A popular nude beach since 1982, it sits by a 20,000-square-meter natural gravel lake in the east of the city. With fine sand, beach chairs, and a large sunbathing lawn, it feels like a mini vacation.

Address: Wilhelm-Weitling-Str. 39, 01259 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

Want to explore the best swimming pools, outdoor pools, and beach baths in Dresden without paying for each visit? With Urban Sports Club, you can try out a variety of spots, all with just one membership that gives you access to tons of locations. Find out how Urban Sports Club works here!

4. Best forest pool in Dresden: Waldbad Langebrück

Looking for a natural escape? Waldbad Langebrück, located at the edge of Dresden’s Heide Forest, offers 4,000 square meters of pure nature. Swim your laps in the large pool or soak up the sun, while kids have fun at the water playground or on the zipline. Sports lovers will enjoy the beach volleyball court, table tennis, and a small football field. Surrounded by trees, the pool retains its rustic charm and is filled with fresh forest spring water.

Address: Stiehlerstr. 23, 01465 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

5. Family fun for everyone: Freibad Wostra

Located near the Elbe cycle path, Freibad Wostra is another summer favorite. Thrill-seekers can dive off the springboards – choose from the 5-meter, 3-meter, or 1-meter platforms. For a more relaxed experience, the large combination pool offers plenty of space for 50-meter laps or casual splashing. Families and kids will love the playground and a paddling pool featuring a fun elephant slide.

Address: An der Wostra 9, 01259 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

6. 3-meter diving platform, water mushroom, and wide slide: Freibad Cotta

Freibad Cotta features a freshly renovated stainless steel pool. With three 25-meter lanes, there’s plenty of room for anyone looking to swim some laps. For the little ones, there’s a dedicated paddling pool, and the playground, wide slide, and water mushroom guarantee lots of fun. Looking for a thrill? Check out the 3-meter diving platform or the 1-meter springboard. Afterward, you can unwind on the large sunbathing lawn.

Address: Hebbelstraße 33, 01157 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

7. Best natural swimming spot in southern Dresden: Naturbad Mockritz

Naturbad Mockritz is a hidden gem on the southern outskirts of Dresden. Set in an idyllic landscape, the swimming pond offers fun with a wide slide and a dock for jumping into the cool water. What’s special about this place? The fresh water comes straight from the protected springs of the Tiefen Börner – pure nature! Need some cooling off? Try the modernized “Cold Spring” with its Kneipp hydrotherapy area. The water temperature ranges from 10 to 13 degrees – perfect for refreshing your feet. There’s also a charming children’s water area and playground, while you can relax under the shady trees on the expansive lawn.

Address: Münzteichweg 22b, 01217 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

You can dive into all these fantastic outdoor pools – and more – at a discount or even for free! Yes, you heard that right. With Urban Sports Club’s corporate fitness offer, your employer can cover the cost of your membership. Find out how and get your company signed up today!

8. Adventure pool, beach volleyball, and bubble loungers: Freibad Riesa

Freibad Riesa is the perfect spot for an action-packed summer day. With its 25-meter pool, 1- and 3-meter diving boards, and two slides – a giant slide and a wide slide – there’s no shortage of fun. The adventure pool includes a lazy river, bubble loungers, and water fountains, while the little ones can splash in the children’s paddling pool. The best part? All pools are solar-heated, so you can swim comfortably even on cooler days. After swimming, enjoy some sports on the beach volleyball courts, beach soccer pitch, or with a round of table tennis. And if you get hungry, the poolside snack bar has you covered.

Address: Alter Pfarrweg 01587, 01587 Dresden
Urban Sports Club Plan: Essential, Classic, Premium, Max

Want to explore even more pools in Dresden this summer? With Urban Sports Club, you can visit a variety of outdoor pools across the city with just one membership. Try out outdoor pools in Cologne, Munich, Hamburg, Berlin, and Düsseldorf or enjoy top indoor pools in Dresden when the weather cools down.