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Evening mood at Badeschiff
Evening mood at Badeschiff © visitberlin, Foto: Philip Koschel

Badeschiff an der Arena

Europe's most unusual beach bar

A visit to the bathing ship is currently only possible with a pre-booked online ticket with a fixed time slot.

The Badeschiff is one of the most extraordinary beach bars in Berlin and is a symbol of the modern, creative city. The large pool floats on the Spree in front of Arena Berlin and guests enjoy the panoramic views of the city centre. A wooden footbridge with hammocks connects the barge containing the pool to the river bank where guests can enjoy the sun on fine sand. The bar offers a variety of summer cocktails and barbecue for a long, relaxing stay.

Swimming in the Badeschiff pool

The Badeschiff is ideally suited for a refreshing dip in cool waters on a warm summer's day. The combination of outdoor pool and beach bar draws many sun-seekers to relax on the banks of the River Spree. The sky-blue swimming pool with fresh water is a converted 30 metre barge with a water depth of 2.05 metres under the watchful eye of a lifeguard. For children, there is an additional area where they build sandcastles and play in the splash pool.

A day on the beach at the Badeschiff

The Badeschiff is the perfect place to simply relax for an afternoon. With your feet in the sand and a cocktail in your hand, enjoy the view over the Spree on the deck of the Badeschiff.

Additional information:

  • The pool is 2.05 metres deep and is open only to those who can swim.
  • Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
  • No outside drinks or food.
  • Dogs and bicycles are not allowed.
  • No reservations accepted.