Paul Krantz - paul.krantz@thelocal.com

Updated: Sat 20 Jun 2026 07:52 CET

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Bathers cool off in the Eisbach in Munich's English Garden. Photo: picture alliance/dpa | Peter Kneffel

With the mercury pushing the upper 30s in Germany this week, many people will be heading to their favourite lakes and pools to cool off. Here are some recommendations for the best places to beat the heat in Bavaria.