Langstrecken Schwimmen München

Stephan Huber, the Munich artist, surely understood the weight of the horizon when he installed the 'Gran Paradiso' in the local waters back in 1997. As you prepare to enter the Riemer See for the Langstrecken Schwimmen München, you are not merely entering a lake; you are swimming through the legacy of an urban transformation that turned an old airport into a landscape of engineering. Before the starting signal sounds on June 28, 2026, look toward the horizon where two artificial hills rise 20 meters high, crafted entirely from the rubble of the former airfield. These mounds act as your primary navigational markers, grounding your perspective as you begin the 1km or 4km distance.

Water and landmarks

Once the race is underway, the water tells a story of adaptation. Riemer See was designed with a specific ecological purpose: the western shore features a wide reed belt, essential for natural water purification and overflow management. While you navigate the course, you will pass the 'Gran Paradiso' installation, a two-part sculpture that breaks the surface and serves as a silent guide through the center of the exhibition grounds. The 86-meter-high Fair Tower at the eastern entrance of the Messe München provides a vertical orientation point that remains visible throughout most of your swim, helping you maintain a straight line even when your focus shifts to your stroke.

Safety and performance

Technical precision is woven into the event's history. Between 2005 and 2015, the lake saw incidents that prompted a shift in how the area is managed; since 2017, permanent buoys have marked the steep underwater drop-offs, a safety measure now integrated into the race course to ensure all participants stay within the monitored zones. The water temperature in late June typically hovers around 24°C, providing a stable environment for the 4km endurance effort. Near the northern end of the Riem cemetery, the concrete 'Aussichtssteg' tower stands as a final sentinel, marking the northern boundary of your loop. Whether you are aiming for a personal record or testing your endurance in this controlled aquatic environment, the Riemer See demands a steady rhythm, keeping you aligned with the industrial and natural landmarks that define this unique corner of Bavaria.