As we have already told you on more than one occasion, when choosing a hotel to stay we take into account different aspects: the service, the gastronomy, the decoration of the rooms … Also, if it is a pleasure trip, many Sometimes we look for the accommodation to have a swimming pool so we can relax and have fun. Of course, what we rarely consider is the depth of the pools.
However, the main attraction of the Millepine Terme hotel, located in the small Italian town Montegrotto Terme, is the depth of its swimming pool, which is equivalent to a 12-storey building. Yes! Yes! As you are reading it! In fact, it has broken the record for Nemo 33, a gigantic swimming pool located in Brussels. Do you want to know more details about this pool that has broken the record for the deepest pool in the world? Well, do not miss anything that we tell you below!
40 meters deep
Located in the Veneto region, the Y-40 Deep Joy pool is 21 meters long and 18 meters wide. Of course, what is most surprising is its depth. And we are talking about 40 meters deep, being able to hold 4,300 cubic meters of water. In fact, it takes 2.5 million liters to fill it. Incredible, don’t you think? As you can see, it is not the ideal pool for swimming laps, but it is a good place to enjoy a day of diving.
Surrounded by crystals
The Y-40 Deep Joy pool was designed by architect Emanuele Boaretto , who wanted this huge tank to have glass so people could see it from the outside. The idea has been a tremendous success, since it has become a very visited place by tourists. In addition, it has a transparent suspended tunnel that also allows spectators to see the divers in action.
Thermostat
Another thing that makes this pool special is that it has a system that allows the water temperature to be regulated so that it is always between 32 and 34Âş C. In this way, the many divers and fans of freediving Those who are attracted to this place can practice their favorite activity without using a wetsuit , which is essential in open water. In addition, it is important to note that the pool is filled with thermal waters from local springs.
For expert and novice swimmers
As if all of the above weren’t enough, the pool also has underwater caves where divers can train. Of course, do not think that this place is only aimed at expert divers, since it has different platforms located at different heights so that novice swimmers can also practice.
Open 365 days a year
As you can imagine, a lot of professional swimmers and divers have already passed through this pool, which was inaugurated last June. Of course, enjoying this experience is not entirely economical, since in addition to traveling to this small town in Italy, you will have to stay at the hotel, which is four stars and does not have very affordable prices. The good thing is that it is open every day of the year and water activities of all kinds are offered: fun, therapeutic, for pregnant women… Here is a video in which you can see the depth of this pool with your own eyes. In addition, we offer you some of the most interesting photographs. Do not miss it!
