Swimmers Defy Autumn in Private Pool - Man’s €400K homemade above ground pool defies autumn with year-round swimming
Achim Gall, a resident of Uhingen, Göppingen, has fulfilled a lifelong dream by building a homemade above ground pool. The pool, including supporting facilities, cost Gall around €400,000. Despite the autumn chill, it continues to attract visitors.
Gall's above ground pool, with a water temperature maintained at a comfortable 22°C (72°F), draws five to six visitors daily. These visitors enjoy the unique experience of swimming outdoors even in November. Gall offers public swimming lessons for both children and adults, a service that played a crucial role in gaining local authorities' approval. Initially, the planning application was rejected, but once the swimming lessons were included, the authorities gave the green light. Gall's homemade above ground pool has become a local attraction, proving that swimming can be enjoyed year-round with the right facilities.
Achim Gall's homemade outdoor above ground pool in Uhingen, Göppingen, has become a popular spot despite the autumn chill. With a water temperature of 22°C (72°F) and public swimming lessons available, it continues to attract around five to six visitors daily. The pool, along with supporting facilities, cost Gall around €400,000, but it has proven to be a worthwhile investment for both Gall and the local community.
