July 5th 2025
Lighthouse Swim
Open Water Kiel
This year, the 5th Lighthouse Swim Open Water will take place in Kiel in July, where swimmers will swim together for marine conservation.
Swimming for marine conservation
Together with the participants, the Lighthouse Swim aims to set an example for the preservation of the unique marine habitat that makes Kiel so special for locals and tourists. Participants start in Schilksee and can choose between two swimming routes - 14 kilometers along the "Fjord Track" to the sailing camp on the Kiellinie or 4 kilometers along the "Beach Track" to the Friedrichsort lighthouse.
The project, which is taking place for the fourth time this year, is initiated by The Bay Areas e. V., Kiel-Marketing and swimmers from Kiel and San Francisco as part of the city partnership. The Lighthouse Swim is accompanied by a colourful and informative supporting program about marine conservation.
What is on offer on land
The swimmers will be accompanied along the entire course and can be seen on the LED wall on the Reventlouwiese next to the sailing camp.
Catering will be available on the Kiellinie. Admission to the event area is free of charge.
Accommodation for the event?
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