Bathing beaches, thermal baths, water sports hire

Water sports in Heidiland

The Heidiland vacation region not only inspires with mountain panoramas - but also with refreshing water experiences! From a dip in the cool water at idyllic bathing beaches to water sports hire directly on Lake Walen and relaxing moments in thermal spas and indoor pools - you'll find everything you need for your perfect summer day by the water here.

Bathing beaches

There are four freely accessible bathing spots in the Heidiland region. The bathing spots all have a pebble beach and usually also a sunbathing lawn. Infrastructure such as toilets and changing rooms are available, as are catering facilities at the beach bars or the local kiosk. Our family tip: all four bathing beaches are part of the Walensee play experience and are equipped with a themed playground.

Please note: Dogs are generally allowed on the beaches. Please observe the signs on site. Dogs are sometimes required to be kept on a lead or are prohibited.

Mols

Mols lido

The Mols lido offers a spacious sunbathing lawn and a small pebble beach. The freely accessible beach is part of the Walensee play experience and has an integrated playground.

Murg

Murg lido

The Murg lido on the southern shore of Lake Walen offers a pebble beach with a view of the mountain backdrop. There is a diving platform, picnic facilities and a kiosk. Access is free and unguarded.

Unterterzen

Unterterzen lido

The Unterterzen lido on Lake Walen offers a spacious sunbathing lawn, a beach kiosk and a pebble beach. Water sports enthusiasts can hire kayaks or SUP boards. Changing rooms and toilets are available.

Walenstadt

Walenstadt lido

The Walenstadt lido offers a pebble beach, a sunbathing lawn, a diving platform and a raft in Lake Walen. The Neptun beach restaurant offers sanitary facilities and is open from April to October.

Water sports on Lake Walen

For the adventurous, Lake Walen offers numerous water sports options - often with direct rental on site:

SUP (stand-up paddling) - beginner-friendly, can also be booked as a guided tour
Kayak & canoe - For leisurely or sporty trips
Pedalos - ideal for relaxing hours as a couple or with the family
Motorboat & wakeboard - pure adrenaline (with boat license or guide)

Unterterzen

INTERSPORT Network Flumserberg branch Unterterzen

The INTERSPORT Network Flumserberg branch in Unterterzen is located directly on Lake Walen. In summer, stand-up paddles, kayaks and pedalos can be rented. A seasonal clothing department is available all year round.

Murg

SUP rental in the sagilounge by the lake

Experience water sports on Lake Walen with SUP, canoe and kayak hire. You can also hire a motorboat for up to 10 people. Ideal for groups and individuals who want to explore the lake in a sporty way.

Unterterzen

Fishing on Lake Walen

Fishing on Lake Walen offers a wide range of opportunities from the shore or boat. Fishing with a rod and bait is permitted without a license. Fishing with a license opens up further options.

Unterterzen

Fritz Trudel Boatyard AG

Fritz Trudel Bootswerft AG in Unterterzen offers boat trips on Lake Walen. Ideal for couples, families, groups and singles to experience nature in spring and summer.

Thermal baths

Enjoy the healing effect of the 36.5 degree thermal water and experience relaxation at the highest level. The Tamina Therme in Bad Ragaz is the perfect place if you are looking for peace and relaxation. Relaxation becomes an experience at the Swiss spa resort.

Bad Ragaz

Tamina Therme Bad Ragaz

The Tamina Therme in Bad Ragaz offers 7,300 square meters of publicly accessible thermal spa with pure thermal water, modern sauna culture and a wide range of massages and beauty treatments for relaxation and recreation.

Valens

Valens thermal baths

The Valens thermal baths use natural thermal water from the Tamina Gorge, which is piped into the pool at 36.5 °C. Bubble loungers, massage jets and neck jets offer relaxation. Children are welcome.

Outdoor & indoor pools

Whether it's sunny or rainy - in Heidiland you'll find the right swimming experience for any weather! Whether it's a sporty swim in the outdoor or indoor pool or a summer family outing. The indoor pools in the Heidiland vacation region are ideal for bad weather and cool temperatures.

Bad Ragaz

Giessenpark outdoor pool

The Giessenpark outdoor pool in Bad Ragaz offers relaxation and fun for everyone. With a 50-meter swimming pool, a non-swimmers' pool with a slide and a paddling pool for children, it is ideal for families and groups.

Mels

Indoor swimming pool Mels

The indoor pool in Mels has a swimming pool with four lanes and a teaching pool. The water temperature is between 28 and 29 °C. There is also a cafeteria and a kiosk. Parking spaces are available.

Flumserberg Tannenheim

Indoor swimming pool & sauna Flumserberg

The Flumserberg indoor pool & sauna offers relaxation with a large sports pool, children's pool and climbing frame. Ideal for families, couples and groups to enjoy swimming all year round.

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E-bike & thermal spa: wellness with the wind in your hair

E-bike tour in the morning, wellness in the afternoon: combine a tour around Bad Ragaz with a relaxing visit to the Tamina Therme.

CHF

89.00

Pedalo picnic on Lake Walen

A special kind of picnic: grab a pedalo and take your picnic, put together by Marina Walensee, across Lake Walen. Surrounded by the Churfirsten peaks, you can enjoy delicious snacks and the unique view.

CHF

50.00

SUP Yoga on Lake Walen

Experience yoga in a whole new way - directly on the water. Surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of Lake Walen, a harmonious combination of movement, relaxation and nature awaits you.

CHF

45.00