Neuwaldegger Bad – Escape to nature in Vienna

Hidden in the Wienerwald amidst giant pine trees, finding the Neuwaldegger Bad is like finding a summer Neverland – you’ll never want to leave (especially after you pay 16€ to get in!). For 30 years, Eva Dolezal has taken care of this small, charming swimming pool hidden in the nature of the Hernals neighbourhood. And the personal touch she lends to the place makes it feel like home for all who visit. There’s one pool with a shallow area for kids surrounded by green meadows and old wooden sun chairs. A restaurant, set in a charming wooden hut, is located right next to the pool where you’ll find all your grandma’s specials: Gulasch, Reisfleisch, stuffed peppers, or homemade Kuchen.

To finish off the picture of this being a place frozen in time, Neuwaldegger Bad has two FKK areas – one for ladies and one for gentlemen, so everyone can feel comfortable doing their thing in the nude… like naked volleyball… and naked tennis… and maybe some naked tree climbing. Whatever you’re into. Neuwaldegger Bad might not be pure nature, however it made it into this list as it’s a swimming pool truly immersed in the woods and nature.

How to get there? Catch the tram 43 to the end station, Neuwaldegg