Olympic swimming center Wezenberg (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Olympic swimming center Wezenberg?
What makes it 43% Kids-Friendly: Kids may take paid lessons in the shallow instruction pool, yet there are no slides or play areas and lifeguards stop games, so most children tire of strict lap rules.
Positives:
- Safe shallow area: Instruction pool depth suits first-time swimmers.
- Easy access: Tram and bus stops are a 5-minute walk away.
Challenges:
- Limited play features: No slides or splash zones may bore some children.
- Weekend crowds: Main pool can be crowded on summer weekends.
What is Olympic swimming center Wezenberg?
- An Olympic-size swimming centre in Antwerp, featuring an eight-lane 50-metre main pool and a 20×17-metre instruction pool
- A municipal sports complex managed by Sporting A Antwerpen, equipped with competition-grade timing systems, starting blocks, and coach observation facilities
- A mid-20th-century functionalist structure enhanced through recent renovations to support high-performance training, club activities, and swim meets
What is so special about Olympic swimming center Wezenberg for with kids?
- Safe beginner pool with adult supervision
- Structured swim lessons for ages 3–12
- Olympic-size pool for family lap swims
- Affordable entry fees and lockers
- Easy public transport access
Note: Olympic swimming center Wezenberg is 43% Kids-Friendly. You may want to consider other Kids-Friendly Things to Do in Antwerp for a more suitable experience.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Enough time to swim in both pools, attend a lesson, and change comfortably.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Olympic swimming center Wezenberg
Beginner Pool Fun:
Use the instruction pool (0.4–1.1 m deep) for safe swim play under adult supervision.
Tip: Bring your own floatation aids; no slides or splash features available.
Kids’ Swim Lessons:
Join Antwerpse Zwemschool’s 5–10 session courses for ages 3–12 in the instruction pool.
Tip: Book on the Antwerpse Zwemschool website weeks ahead; arrive 10 minutes early.
Family Lap Swim:
Swim together in the 50 m Olympic pool during public lap hours.
Tip: Check lap swim schedule online; older kids can practice strokes alongside parents.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Olympic swimming center Wezenberg
- Book lessons early: Reserve swim course slots at least two weeks before your visit.
- Visit off-peak: Choose weekday mornings for quieter pools and empty lanes.
- Pack essentials: Bring swim diapers, towels, and floaties; rentals are not available.
Reviews of Olympic swimming center Wezenberg
georgiaelle
A bit crowded, but with plenty of lanes...I only wish the hair dryers were a bit stronger — excellent for saving energy, but not ideal when you have long hair. Otherwise, a great place for a solid swim.
Barbara Kaminska
Great swimming pool, but it gets extremely busy. I feel lucky when there are fewer than seven swimmers per lane. Many swimmers lack any basic courtesy and common sense, e.g., fast freestyle swimmers enter the lane where everyone else is doing breaststroke and vice versa. Towards the end of the day, bathrooms tend to be quite dirty. I think most of the problems with the pool would be fixed if users...
Guy Keymolen
The infrastructure has improved a lot. The water temperature is perfect now. Staff is friendly and helpful. When on vacation in Antwerp i love doing my swim workout here.
Alessandro Cella
Nice place, a bit too many people (avg 4 swimmers each lane). On Sundays both pools are available. It would be nice if on weekends they followed the full time schedule I.o. Closing at 13:00
Zabojeva Anna
Its a very good sport complex with classes for every age, gym and All-you-can-eat restaurant at the back of the building. Price for adults for swim is 4€/h (6€ for non resident)
When is the best time to visit Olympic swimming center Wezenberg (Antwerp, Belgium)?
Water temperature stays constant year-round, but summer weekends fill up quickly; try weekday mornings.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 4 swim admissions | EUR 20 |
| Locker deposit (returned) | EUR 1 |
| Children’s swim course (5 sessions) | EUR 75 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 96 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Desguinlei 17/19, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium
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