Piscine Telfen — Local services in Salten-Schlern - Salto-Sciliar

Piscine Telfen Review - Perfect Family Day Out in the Dolomites

Location: Telfen, South Tyrol (accessible from Seiser Alm area) Visit Type: Family day trip via public transport Duration: 4-5 hours Overall Rating: "Unreal day" - Outstanding value and experience

Getting There - Public Transport Win

Bus Access: Utilised free bus passes provided by Camping Seiser Alm - a brilliant perk that transforms the entire region into an easily accessible playground. The journey allowed for sightseeing and exploring multiple towns without driving stress.

Multi-Town Experience: Smart itinerary combining local town dining with pool visit - maximizing the day trip potential of the excellent public transport connections in South Tyrol.

The Pool Complex

Setting & Views: Spectacular location with views of Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm) - swimming with a backdrop of Europe's largest high-altitude Alpine meadow. Hard to imagine a more stunning setting for a family pool day.

Pool Features:

Multiple diving boards and jumping areas - perfect for adventurous kids Various pool areas catering to different ages/abilities Unheated pool - refreshing on warm summer days and ideal for cooling off Clean, well-maintained facilities

Family-Friendly Experience

Kids' Paradise: The multiple diving boards and jumping areas kept children entertained for hours. The variety of pool areas meant different family members could find their perfect spot.

Safety & Supervision: Layout appears family-friendly with good visibility for parents watching multiple children across different pool areas.

Food & Refreshments

On-Site Dining: Pool bar serving classic family favorites - chicken nuggets and chips hit the spot after hours of swimming. Having food and drinks available on-site meant no need to leave for meals.

Value: Excellent value for money, contributing to this being described as "one of the best and cheapest days of fun" of the entire trip.

Value Proposition - Outstanding

Cost-Effectiveness: Remarkable value, especially when combined with free bus transport from the campsite. A full day of family entertainment for minimal cost.

Time Well Spent: 4-5 hours flew by, indicating excellent engagement for both kids and adults.

What Made It Special

Stunning Alpine backdrop - swimming with mountain views Excellent public transport integration - stress-free family travel Multi-generational appeal - diving boards for kids, scenic relaxation for adults Perfect weather alternative - chose pool over mountain hiking and made an excellent decision Seamless logistics - easy bus connections made the day effortless

Practical Benefits

Alternative to hiking - perfect rest day activity during an active mountain holiday Regional exploration - opportunity to see more of South Tyrol beyond your base Weather flexibility - indoor/outdoor swimming options for varying conditions Family bonding - shared fun experience away from campsite routine

Overall Assessment

Piscine Telfen delivered what every family vacation needs: an unexpectedly perfect day that combines relaxation, fun, spectacular scenery, and excellent value. The fact that it ranks as potentially the best day of a Dolomites holiday speaks volumes.

Perfect For Families staying in the Seiser Alm area Those with public transport access Visitors wanting a break from hiking Budget-conscious travelers seeking maximum value Anyone wanting to combine swimming with Alpine scenery

Key Takeaway:

Sometimes the unplanned, simpler days create the most memorable experiences. This pool day proved that you don't always need to climb mountains to have an "unreal" day in...

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Zusammengefasst: Einmal und nie wieder. Leider!

Objektiv beurteilt: Das Panorama in diesem kleinen Freibad mit dem Schlern-Massiv im Hintergrund ist einmalig. Der Preis für eine Familie mit 4 Kindern (28,50 Euro, unser Jüngstes zahlt nichts) ist für das Gebotene hoch, aber offenbar von der Gemeinde vorgegeben. Ok. Für Kinder zwischen 3 und 7 Jahren ist das Schwimmbad definitiv nicht zu empfehlen. Keine Rutsche, Wasser zu tief. Für Ältere gibt es ein 3 Meter-Brett und einen 1 Meter-Block (defekt). Schwimmerbecken: Fehlanzeige.

Subjektiv beurteilt: Was uns den Tag richtig vermiest hat, war der ältere Schwimmmeister. Zuerst wurde ich nachdrücklich darauf hingewiesen, dass nach dem Sprung vom 3 Meter-Brett die Ausstiegsleiter zu benutzen ist. Einen Meter daneben am Beckenrand aussteigen ist nicht erlaubt. Aha. Der Bekannte vom Schwimmmeister durfte trotzdem dort am Beckenrand sitzenbleiben?! Fragwürdig. Danach wurde meine Frau direkt und ohne Vorwarnung laut angeschnauzt, dass Kinder mit Schwimmflügeln im tieferen Wasser nichts zu suchen haben. Der Witz: Im flacheren Bereich, wo das Kind auch nicht stehen konnte, ist das alles kein Problem. Er hätte das schon hundertmal gesagt. Zwar nicht zu uns, aber das ist offenbar egal. Hauptsache laut und deutlich. Das Kind war 1:1-betreut. Als ausgebildeter Rettungsschwimmer, hatte ich übrigens vollstes Verständnis dafür, dass das Becken bei drohendem Gewitter geräumt wurde!

Mein freundlich und konstruktiv gemeinter Hinweis an die Betreiber: Wenn Sie die Regeln irgendwo hinschreiben, wären sie für mich umsetzbar. In den Baderegeln – und ja, ich habe sie gelesen – steht von alledem nichts. Und für sicherheitsrelevant halte ich die offenbar selbstgemachten „Regeln“ des Schwimmmeisters definitiv nicht. Unmögliches Verhalten. Unser erster - und letzter...