Water park featuring a sage-themed water feature, offering an invigorating mist and powerful spray effects.
In the heart of Wiesbaden, the picturesque Reisinger Anlagen park has just received a refreshing addition - a new water playground. This exciting new facility, creatively designed after the legend of the giant Echo, is more than just a play area; it's a symbol of community, innovation, and environmental responsibility.
The water playground, spanning over 2,200 square metres, blends harmoniously with the existing facilities, using natural materials such as gravel, light natural stone slabs, and shade-providing trees. The design avoids garish colours and plastic, opting for organic shapes, sustainable materials, and a restrained design that seamlessly integrates with the park's aesthetic.
The centrepiece of the water playground is a large, hand-shaped area with five "fingers" that spray water with varying intensity, providing endless fun for children of all ages. Surrounding this, there are 35 sprinklers, spray fields, and artistic elements, creating a vibrant and interactive water landscape.
The technical building and a public toilet serve not only the supply of the play area but also function as an infrastructure gain for the entire Reisinger facility. Moreover, a treatment plant ensures hygiene at swimming pool level in the water playground, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of all visitors.
Local councillor Haas emphasised the symbolic power of the project, stating that water and green spaces make cities livable. He further highlighted that the water playground is an example of how clever urban development with citizen involvement, technology, and a stance can succeed.
The water playground also serves a deeper purpose. Next to the hand-shaped area is a round spray field, symbolising Echo's footprint, designed for younger children. This design element tells the ancient story of the legend of the giant Echo, making the playground a unique educational experience as well.
In addition, a monument for the persecuted Sinti and Roma was stored for renovation during the construction of the water playground and will be carefully restored and reintegrated later, ensuring the preservation of Wiesbaden's history.
The idea for the water playground originated from a petition by Wiesbaden resident Agnes Seip. The construction of the water playground was officially inaugurated by Mayor Christiane Hinninger, SEG CEO Roland Stoecklin, local councillor Dr. Guido Haas, and others, marking a significant milestone in Wiesbaden's commitment to providing family-friendly recreational spaces.
The water playground cools the microclimate in the city centre during heat stress, improving the quality of stay and providing protection, particularly for families with young children. This eco-friendly feature further emphasises the water playground's commitment to sustainability and community wellbeing.
For those interested in learning more about the design, construction, and history of the water playground in Wiesbaden's Reisinger Anlagen, it is recommended to check official Wiesbaden city or park authority websites, local archives or historical societies, or contact Wiesbaden’s department of urban planning or parks and recreation for detailed information.
The water playground, thoughtfully integrated within the Reisinger Anlagen park, not only offers a fun outdoor-living experience for children, but also promotes home-and-garden aesthetics with its organic design and use of natural materials. This eco-friendly facility, designed around the ancient legend of Echo, serves as a testament to innovation, community, and environmental responsibility, making it an educational and family-friendly recreational space in Wiesbaden.
