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Obere Au outdoor pool

The large Obere Au outdoor pool in Chur, Switzerland, lies by the Rhine at the foot of the Calanda mountain. It features an extensive sunbathing lawn with shady trees and views of the mountain panorama around Chur, a 50-metre pool with 8 lanes, a learning pool with slides and a spacious children's paddling pool. Sports enthusiasts can play table tennis, use the group fitness area or the pirate-themed playground, and guests can grill their own food or eat at the sports restaurant. The swimming pool was included in the official list of Olympic pools category A by Swiss Aquatics in 2021.

Families and Kids

The Obere Au outdoor pool offers a large multi-level children's paddling pool with water games, a learning pool with a wide slide and a tube slide, and a pirate-themed playground. Play afternoons for children take place on Wednesdays and Saturdays during the summer season.

Information

  • Visit duration: 180min
  • For rainy days: No
  • Free entrance: No
    • Children experience: Child friendly
    • Children age group: 0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18
    • Children activities: Play area

Opening hours

Open daily from 9 May to 6 September 2026, Monday to Friday from 8am to 8pm and Saturday/Sunday/holidays from 9am to 8pm (from 1 June to 16 August until 9pm).
Monday
08:00-20:00 (9 May until 6 September 2026)
Tuesday
08:00-20:00 (9 May until 6 September 2026)
Wednesday
08:00-20:00 (9 May until 6 September 2026)
Thursday
08:00-20:00 (9 May until 6 September 2026)
Friday
08:00-20:00 (9 May until 6 September 2026)
Saturday
09:00-20:00 (9 May until 6 September 2026)
Sunday
09:00-20:00 (9 May until 6 September 2026)

Contact

Webpage
sportanlagenchur.ch
Email
sportanlagen@chur.ch
Address
Grossbruggerweg 6, 7000 Chur

Access

Nearby stops

  • Chur, Obere Au250 meters walking distance

Travel duration

From
Travel time
Chur
11m
Zürich HB
1h 27m
St. Gallen
1h 40m
Zug
2h 4m
Olten
2h 6m

FAQ

  • Can I switch between the indoor and outdoor pools with one ticket?
    During the outdoor pool season, guests can switch flexibly between the indoor and outdoor pools at Obere Au; admission is valid for both pools, though the opening hours of the two pools differ.
  • Is there a reduced evening admission ticket?
    With the 'Obigschwimma' ticket, admission to the Obere Au outdoor pool costs just CHF 5 for everyone from 1.5 hours before closing time, from 1 June to 16 August 2026.
  • Can I rent deck chairs and parasols at the pool?
    Yes, deck chairs and parasols can be rented for CHF 5 at the front desk, with an ID card as deposit.
  • Do I need to book in advance for a group visit?
    Groups of 15 or more people must register their visit to the pools at least 48 hours in advance using the group booking form.