Friluftsbadet Badesøen
For decades, the iconic round pool has been the outdoor oasis of the western suburbs, where children learn to swim, teenagers meet up with friends, and families take a break from the pace of everyday life. It's not just about swimming – it's about enjoying the summer, the community and the feeling of freedom under the open sky.
Friluftsbadet Badesøen outdoor swimming pool in Albertslund is the kind of place where a summer's day quickly turns into a little adventure. In the middle of the green pockets of the western suburbs lies the characteristic round pool with room for both splashing and technique, while the lower zones provide safe play for the little ones. Older children can challenge themselves on diving boards and water slides, and afterwards, the sauna, massage benches and large lawns invite pure relaxation. The area also offers ball games such as beach volleyball and mini golf, so the whole family can spend the day together.
The bathing lake is run by Albertslund Municipality and is located at Skallerne 14. Opening hours are weather-dependent, and the season's opening days are announced on the website and Facebook no later than noon the day before. When the weather is at its best, everyday bathing is typically from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., while weekends offer early dips from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. In the event of thunder, the lifeguards assess the situation, call everyone out of the pool and only reopen after half an hour without any new thunder.
The programme is often spiced up with events such as AquaPower, pop-up activities and the atmospheric dog swimming after the season. Once you've had enough of swimming, you can grab an ice cream in the café area, follow the activities on social media and plan your next visit. The best advice is to keep an eye on things before you pack your bag. The bathing lake announces its opening and closing times on an ongoing basis, so you can always be sure of hot showers, lifeguard supervision and a water park that lives up to its reputation as Denmark's most beautiful outdoor swimming pool. Here, summer is close at hand, whatever your age. Come and dive in.