Published 16:34 IST, February 4th 2020

Urban swimming areas to take a break from all your urban woes!

Urban swimming areas are situated in many locations all over the globe but here are a few suggestions for those who like diving into wild swimming areas.

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Urban swimming areas generally refer to natural ponds or lakes in cities where many locals and visitors relax. se locales provide a perfect site to take a break from city life to bring yourself a little closer to nature. Take a look at  top suggestions from all over globe that would serve as perfect wild swimming areas in metro cities.

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Hampste ponds, London

Hampste is one of urban locales in London. It is considered as one of best spots in sprawling Hampste Heath which abodes three bathing ponds which have existed for a long time. Highgate Men’s Pond and Kenwood Lies’ Pond are open whole year round. For those who like challenging mselves by opting for a cold ice swim, this is perfect site for you. banks are lined up with trees and small birds are common visitors here to make you feel near to nature.

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Aare River, Bern

Aare river is kwn to be one of Europe’s cleanest rivers that is perfectly apt for those who like swimming in wild. It is so popular that locals have started swimming in se waters to and from work when temperature soars. re is even an apt just nearby river at Marzili to dry off yourself in sun. Try to check out Gelateria di Berna which is located just near Aare river to get a taste of Bern’s best icecreams. 

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Aare river Bern: Wild swimming pools

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Forty Foot, Dublin

Forty Foot is Ireland’s most popular swimming area, cliff is located south of Dublin Bay and is situated in area kwn as Sandycove. People jump off from cliff and enjoy a swim here from time to time. You can even take a break in coffee shop located nearby, called Hatch Coffee, to reach back home with a perfect brew in your hand. 

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Bronte Baths, Sydney

Sydney is considered to have best ocean baths in world. Bronte Baths is one such famous location that is situated jacent to Bronte beach in Sydney. One can enjoy feel of ocean here on a scorching Australian summer day. You can even try out famous Bronte Belo café near beach for a perfect sip of coffee. 

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16:34 IST, February 4th 2020