The facility is constructed on the grounds of the historic Gontynka swimming pool, which had been abandoned for decades before redevelopment.
The water park features a dedicated 'Education Center' with an interactive exhibition dedicated to the physics and biology of water.
The architectural design includes a notable 'floating' aesthetic, with glass facades meant to reflect the surrounding greenery.
The complex hosts one of the largest sauna zones in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship.
The facility includes an outdoor beach area that operates during the summer season.
Some pools within the facility use saltwater technology to simulate ocean-like conditions.
Aquapark Fabryka Wody is a major indoor and outdoor recreational complex in Szczecin, built on the site of a former municipal swimming pool. The facility features a sprawling recreation zone with multiple indoor and outdoor pools, including a wave pool and a lazy river. It incorporates a unique educational component through its interactive 'Education Center,' which focuses on water science and environmental protection. The site includes an extensive sauna area with over a dozen specialized saunas and steam rooms. Architecture is characterized by modern, geometric structures integrated into a landscape designed for year-round utility. A dedicated children's zone provides age-appropriate splash pads and shallow pools. The complex utilizes advanced water treatment systems to maintain high sanitation standards for its high-capacity pools. It serves as both a regional tourism hub and an educational facility for local school groups.
The main lobby area featuring the modern, minimalist architecture and the glass-enclosed viewing decks overlooking the pool zones.
Bring your own flip-flops, as they are mandatory for hygiene in the pool and sauna areas.
Visit the Education Center early in the day before the main aquatic zones reach peak capacity.
Check the facility website for 'sauna sessions' schedules if you plan to use the saunas, as they often follow a specific daily calendar.
Avoid arriving without checking the website for capacity alerts, as the facility limits entry during peak holiday periods.
Swimwear is required in pool areas; the sauna area is typically a textile-free zone requiring the use of a large towel for sitting.
