Flidunen Sports Centre starts major renovation with slide upgrade
Residents of Flidunen can soon enjoy a safer and smoother swimming pool slide as renovation work begins this spring. The sports centre will remain largely open during the upgrades, minimizing disruption for visitors while ensuring long-term usability.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Project | Renovation of Flidunen Sports Centre |
| First Phase | Slide recoating |
| Start Date | May 18, 2026 |
| Duration | 3 weeks (plus 1 week for curing) |
| Contractor | Specialist company |
| Pool Accessibility | Largely open during works |
| Lifespan Goal | 25 years |
| Municipal Decision | March 2, 2026 |
| Renovation Scenario | ‘Sustainable Renovation’ |
The municipal council of Flidunen is responsible for maintaining public sports facilities, ensuring they meet safety and sustainability standards. This renovation aligns with their long-term strategy to provide accessible and future-proof recreational spaces for residents.
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Renovation of Flidunen Sports Centre begins
The slide at the swimming pool will receive a facelift this spring. The interior will be completely recoated, ensuring the slide can once again be used safely and smoothly. This marks the start of the renovation of Flidunen Sports Centre, following the municipal council’s decision on March 2 for the ‘Sustainable Renovation’ scenario. This approach aims to make the sports centre future-proof for at least the next 25 years.
Work on the slide will begin on May 18 and will be carried out by a specialist company. First, the old coating will be removed, followed by the application of a new epoxy layer. The project is expected to take about three weeks, followed by a week for curing.
Normally, the swimming pool would need to close during these works due to noise and odour. However, in consultation with the slide specialists, Flidunen, and the municipality, a solution has been found to keep the pool largely open: temporary walls will be installed around the staircase area, along with additional ventilation to remove fumes. Visitors may experience some inconvenience, but the pool is expected to remain accessible.
The slide is one of the most popular features of the swimming pool and is widely used by both locals and visitors. With this renovation, the attraction will remain a key part of the Flidunen pool in the years to come. The recoating of the slide marks the start of the sports centre’s renovation.