Pulvermaar: Insider tip for wild swimmers and nature lovers in Rhineland-Palatinate!

Pulvermaar: Insider tip for wild swimmers and nature lovers in Rhineland-Palatinate!

The Pulvermaar in Rhineland-Palatinate is enjoying international attention after coming third in a list of the most secret wild swimming spots compiled by Icelandair. The Maarsee, located in the Eifel, is not only a natural paradise, but also a place with an impressive geological history.

With an area of ​​almost 39 hectares and a maximum water depth of 72 meters, the Pulvermaar is one of the deepest bodies of water in Germany. The Maarsee was formed by a volcanic explosion around 20,000 to 30,000 years ago and lies in a volcanic crater that was formed by steam explosions. The tuff ring that surrounds the lake makes the geological origins clearly visible and attracts many nature lovers and adventurers.

International rankings and search queries

Icelandair's ranking shows that interest in wild swimming opportunities in the Pulvermaar is rather limited compared to other locations. With only 480 searches per year worldwide, the Pulvermaar is behind Lake Drīdzis in Latvia, which ranks second with 360 searches. Other places are occupied by Lake Rummu in Estonia with 1,680 searches and the Reykjadalur hot spring river in Iceland with 2,060 searches. The undiscovered places that share the first rank with 0 requests include the Cévennes Gorge in France, the Delsjön Lakes in Sweden, the Krushuna Waterfall in Bulgaria and the Mrežnica River in Croatia.

The methodology used to create this list involved identifying 40 wild resorts via Google, followed by determining search volume using Google Keyword Planner. The locations were then sorted according to search queries and analyzed for annual changes in search behavior on the topic of wild bathing in Germany.

Health Benefits of Wild Swimming

The doctor Dr. Hana Patel highlights the health benefits of wild swimming. These include, among other things, the activation of brown fat to support weight control, increased stress resistance due to exposure to cold and improved sleep quality. In addition, the lymphatic system is stimulated by cold and water pressure and skin circulation is promoted, which leads to a healthy complexion and improved skin structure.

Visitors to the Pulvermaar not only find perfect conditions for swimming, but also a wide range of leisure activities. The lake offers a designated swimming area with changing rooms and sanitary facilities. Rowing boats and pedal boats can also be rented and there are numerous hiking trails around the lake. Picnic options on the grassy areas and a campsite on the crater rim provide ideal leisure activities. The opening hours of the natural outdoor pool for 2024 extend from May 27th to September 3rd daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., followed by restricted opening hours until September 10th.

The address of the Pulvermaar is: Am Pulvermaar, 54558 Gillenfeld. This natural jewel in the Eifel has established itself as an insider tip among swimming spots and is a popular destination for nature lovers, especially in the summer months.

For further information and background information on the Pulvermaar, those interested can read the reports on Mercury and Rhineland-Palatinate vacation visit.