Quer durchs Meer — Swimming Competition 2026
3.2 km open water swim across the Zwischenahner Meer — August 8, 2026, 9 AM
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The Lake as a Competition Course
The Zwischenahner Meer, with a diameter of almost 5 kilometers, is one of the largest lakes in Lower Saxony — and a first-class area for open water swimmers. The event Quer durchs Meer transforms this natural space into a sports arena: 3.2 kilometers from shore to shore, without a break, with support boats and refreshment stations.
2026 Edition on August 8
The 2026 edition takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 9 AM. The competition is part of the Zwischenahn läuft action week, which bundles several sports events in the summer and holds them at the Zwischenahner Meer.
Competition Format
The 3.2 km course leads across the Zwischenahner Meer. The start and finish are typically on opposite shores, with DLRG (German Life Saving Association) safety, support boats, and timing.
Zwischenahn läuft
The overarching action week 'Zwischenahn läuft' bundles several sports events around the lake — from the 'Meerlauf' (lake run) to the 'Bärentriathlon'. 'Quer durchs Meer' is its swimming highlight.
Quer durchs Meer — edition 2026
Key Data
- Date: August 8, 2026, Start 9 AM
- Course: 3.2 km across the Zwischenahner Meer
- Format: Open water swimming competition
- Organizer: Bad Zwischenahn (Zwischenahn läuft action week)
Programme Quer durchs Meer 2026
2026 Program
The program follows the key points of an open water competition:
- 9 AM: Competition start at the starting shore
- 3.2 km open water swim with DLRG safety and support boats
- Refreshment stations at designated buoys
- Timing with wristband chip
- Finish at the opposite shore
- Award ceremonies and catering in the finish area
- Part of the 'Zwischenahn läuft' action week with other sports events
Detailed course map, start documents, and safety briefing will be communicated in advance of the event.
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Practical information — Quer durchs Meer
Getting There
Start and finish area at the Zwischenahner Meer (specific location will be communicated before the event). Via the A 28 (Zwischenahn exit). Bad Zwischenahn train station is within walking distance of the lake.
Registration
Online registration — details on bad-zwischenahn.de under 'Zwischenahn läuft'.
Tip
Wetsuit recommended — the water temperature of the Zwischenahner Meer is often below 22 degrees Celsius even in August. Train beforehand!
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