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Mechelen Extends Outdoor Pool Season, Plans New Permanent Facility

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Mechelen will extend the opening of its outdoor Keerdok swimming area until September 30.
  • The city aims to ensure sufficient swimming water availability as new mobile units face delays.
  • Mechelen is also seeking a partner to build an additional permanent swimming pool at Nekkerpool.

The city of Mechelen is extending the operational period for its Keerdok open-air swimming zone, keeping it open until September 30 instead of the initially planned September 6. This decision aims to guarantee ample swimming water access for residents during the extended period.

The extension comes as the city faces delays in the opening of new, mobile swimming units, which are now expected to be operational no earlier than mid-September. To bridge this gap and ensure continuous availability of swimming facilities, the municipal government opted to prolong the use of the Keerdok area.

Furthermore, Mechelen is actively exploring options to increase its swimming water capacity long-term. Mayor Bart Somers announced that the city is seeking an external partner interested in developing and constructing an additional, permanent swimming pool at the Nekkerpool site. This initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing recreational water facilities for the community.

We are also looking for an external partner who wants to build an extra, permanent swimming pool at the Nekkerpool.

— Bart SomersAnnouncing the city's plan to find a partner for a new swimming pool.
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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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