Home to over 1500 lakes, Switzerland best kept secret is that it is a great place to swim! But where do the locals go to cool down on a hot summers day, or to waste away the long summer days? That is what we aim to find out with our “My Badi” series.
Today we head into the heart of Switzerland into the canton of Schwyz with the amazing cake maker and food blogger Patricia.
Before heading to the Badi, make sure you’re dressed for Swiss summer weather.
Our Switzerland summer packing guide covers everything you need.
WHERE IS YOUR FAVOURITE BADI?
Our favourite Badi is the Seebad Seewen, located on the shores of the Lauerzersee (Lake Lauerz) nestled in between the mountains Rigi and the Mythen pair.
OPENING HOURS AND ENTRY PRICE:
The Badi in Seewen opens from May till September with a variety of opening hours depending on the time of year
May 09:00 – 19:00
June–August 08:00 – 20:00
September 09:00 – 19:00
Out of these times, the Seebad is still accessible, however at the swimmers’ own risk.
Entry Price for the 2021 Season:
- Erwachsene CHF 5.00
- Lehrlinge, Studenten, Militär CHF 4.00
- Kinder 6 bis 15 J. CHF 3.00
THE BEST WAY TO GET THERE?
I personally always visit the Badi with my car as there are plenty of parking options close by. For those without a car, or who prefer to leave the car at home, the Seebad Seewen is an easy 10-15 minute walk from the Schwyz train station.
WHAT SETS YOUR FAVOURITE BADI APART FROM THE REST?
The Seebadi is small enough that you can see all around however never so full like many other public swimmers can (unfortunately) be. The atmosphere and the guests are laid back and the mountain panorama is one of a kind – the big and small Mythen in the background with the lake stretching out in front of you.
For me, the Seebadi Seewen is a “stuck Heimat” (the german phrase describing a feeling of home) as I grew up swimming here. There is a playground, basketball court and of course a sandpit to play with including a water dam for the kids. Forgot your book? There is a small library. Really the ideal place to waste away a summers day.
For older kids and good swimmers, there is a jumping tower and pontoon in the middle of the lake. I cannot wait for my kids to be able to be old enough to all swim out there without help.
RESTAURANT/CAFE? ANYTHING YUMMY THAT WE MUST TRY ON THE MENU?
As we always bring an extensive picnic, I don’t have much experience with the menu. But there is a small bistro with all your standard Badi-fare. But for me, a day at the Badi wouldn’t be complete without a portion of good Pommes Frites – we’ve tried these and they come highly recommended.
WHAT IS ONE THING YOU NEVER GO TO THE BADI WITHOUT?
Lots of fresh fruit that I keep cool in our Cool Box with a frozen water bottle. Nothing is worse than warm water on a hot Badi-day. Otherwise, as I am keeping a good watch on our kids – ages 5-9 – I don’t bring much else.
TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF/BUSINESS:
In my Atelier, in Zürich Unterland I bake Wedding Cakes and create recipes for my food blog. I also cater family events where I spoil guests with sweet treats of all kinds. I love sharing my knowledge and joy of baking through baking courses so that you too can make delicious baked goods at home. You can find out more over on my website Boumbelle and follow along my baking journey on Instagram
