Danger to life on the Leopoldskroner Weiher: ice skating despite warning!

Danger to life on the Leopoldskroner Weiher: ice skating despite warning!

Leopoldskroner Weiher, Salzburg, Österreich - The Leopoldskroner Weiher in Salzburg, once a popular place for ice skaters, has not been officially released for ice skating for years. This also applies to the nearby Salzachsee. Nevertheless, brave ice skaters even dare to take the thin ice of the pond on New Year's Eve. The magistrate urgently warns of entering the ice surfaces because the natural landing of the water leads to an uneven ice blanket. This is not only less stable, but in an emergency, the costs for rescue operations have to be borne, as the call for caution in the article by Salzburg.orf.at illustrated.

precautionary measures and risks

The risks associated with entering the frozen Leopoldskroner Weiher are increasing. Christian Stadler, the head of the municipal garden office, explains that the thickness and stability of the ice cream are no longer checked because the water is increasingly ignored. This means that there are many places where the ice is particularly thin, which can lead to the risk of burglaries. Although the city of Salzburg warns of these dangers with signs, numerous visitors ignore the warnings and enjoy the winter conditions.

The Leopoldskroner Weiher, a 13 hectare of still quiet waters, is not only scenic, but also has an interesting story. It is located in the landscape protection area around the picturesque Leopoldskron Castle. The pond is inhabited by various water birds and has a rich history that goes back to the late Middle Ages, as described in the article by Sn.at . Documents of students to form the swimming school in the 19th century numerous summer activities and events were held, his use is limited to winter today - and only for the brave