Swimming in the Rhine
Swimming in the Rhine is a refreshing pleasure, especially in summer! Find out more about the recommended swimming route and the dangerous spots in the Rhine here.
Swimming in the Rhine is a welcome way to cool off, especially on hot summer days.
From the river, you can admire the two Rheinfelden towns from a completely different perspective. On the German side, the industry, followed by the green of the forest and the harbor. On the Swiss side, the historic old town façade, the Inseli and finally the natural landscapes as far as the Rheinfelden lido. It is also an experience to drift under the Rhine bridge that connects the sister cities.
Experienced Rhine swimmers enter at Stadtpark Ost by the Rhine steps and float past the old town facades and under the bridge. Important: In the direction of flow of the Rhine, always use the leftmost arch of the bridge.
Be careful when swimming in the Rhine!
For first-time Rhine swimmers, we recommend starting at the Inseli. From there, the current will carry you to the Rheinfelden lido. It is best to park at the KUBA / Strandbad Rheinfelden parking lot beforehand and secure admission to the lido. Then walk along the footpath to the Rhine bridge and the Inseli. After swimming in the Rhine, relax at the lido and enjoy the sun.
The Basler Personenschifffahrt boat and other boats have priority on all routes. Further recommendations for swimming in the Rhine can be found in the following brochure.
Further information
Good to know
The Rhine is an unpredictable body of water. Therefore, please observe the hazard warnings for swimming in the Rhine.
Please also note the information from the BFU accident prevention advice center
Wrap fish
The wrap-around fish is not a swimming aid and is only used to carry valuables and clothes.
Contact and booking
Rhine Rescue Service of the Rheinfelden Fire Brigade
Riburgerstrasse 8
4310 Rheinfelden
General concerns: +41 61 833 80 10
Emergency number: 118
International emergency number: 112
fw-rheinfelden.ch
