Save €5 on summer swimming passes as Tholen pools launch early bird sales
Residents of Tholen can now secure discounted swimming passes for the upcoming season at De Spetter and Haestinge pools. Early bird sales run from April 2-8, offering €5 off subscriptions, while low-income families may qualify for swimming lesson reimbursements.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Swimming Pools | De Spetter (Tholen), Haestinge (Sint-Maartensdijk) |
| Season Dates | May 5 – September 19, 2026 |
| Advance Sale Dates | April 2, 3 (De Spetter), April 7, 8 (Haestinge) |
| Discount | €5 off main applicant’s subscription during advance sale |
| Swimming Lessons | Enrollment during advance sale or May 5–9; valid ID required |
| Low-Income Support | Reimbursement available for swimming lessons |
| Liberation Day Hours | Lane swimming: 7:00 AM (De Spetter), 7:30 AM (Haestinge); Recreational: 1:00 PM |
| New Feature | Sunday/holiday lane swimming (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM) |
The Municipality of Tholen manages local recreational facilities, including swimming pools, to promote public health and accessibility. It oversees seasonal operations, subsidies, and community programs like swimming lessons to ensure affordability and safety.
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Start of advance sale for municipal swimming pools
The municipal swimming pools De Spetter in Tholen and Haestinge in Sint-Maartensdijk will open their doors from May 5 (Liberation Day) through September 19. In preparation for the new season, advance sale days will again be held on April 2, 3, 7, and 8, during which visitors will receive a €5 discount on the main applicant’s subscription.
The advance sale for (swimming lesson) subscriptions is divided over four days, spread across both swimming pools:
Swimming pool De Spetter, Zoekweg 4, Tholen:
- Thursday, April 2, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Friday, April 3, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Swimming pool Haestinge, Sportlaan 2, Sint-Maartensdijk:
- Tuesday, April 7, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
- Wednesday, April 8, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Those wishing to apply for a subscription or swimming lessons can download, fill out, and print the application form via the webpage on rates and subscriptions. Do not forget to bring your existing access pass when purchasing a new subscription or enrolling in swimming lessons.
Subscriptions and swimming lessons
Subscriptions will also be available without discount at the pool cash desks starting May 5. No discount applies to the 12-baths card. Enrollment for swimming lessons is only possible during the advance sale days and from May 5 through May 9 at the reception desk of the swimming pools. A valid ID is required for each lesson swimmer.
Residents with a low income can apply for reimbursement for swimming lessons via the page Reimbursement for swimming lessons.
Opening hours on Liberation Day, May 5
On Liberation Day (Tuesday, May 5), lane swimmers can visit De Spetter from 7:00 AM and Haestinge from 7:30 AM until 9:30 AM. In the afternoon, both swimming pools will open at 1:00 PM: lane swimming will be available from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, and recreational swimming will be possible from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
General opening hours
This season, the swimming pools will largely maintain the same daily opening hours as in previous years. At swimming pool De Spetter, lane swimming will be possible twice a week starting at 7:00 AM instead of 7:30 AM. A new feature is that lane swimming will be available on Sundays and public holidays at both swimming pools from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. View all opening hours and rates on the Swimming pools page.