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Swimming action in Vasbeck: Buschmann triumphs in the 24-hour race!
On July 15, 2025, the 24-hour swimming took place in the Vasbeck outdoor pool, in which Martin Buschmann won with 922 lengths.
Swimming action in Vasbeck: Buschmann triumphs in the 24-hour race!
The popular 24-hour swim took place in the Vasbeck outdoor pool on July 15, 2025. 185 swimmers took part in the event, which has been organized extremely successfully for two decades. The outdoor swimming pool itself is already celebrating its 33rd anniversary, all supported on a voluntary basis by committed members of the community. A special highlight was the participation of Manfred Kißling from Waiblingen, who traveled over 400 kilometers for his 175th participation.
As with each of these events, the swim was open to all ages and participants were able to set their own personal goals without the challenge of swimming the full 24 hours. The DLRG Bad Arolsen took over supervision, so that the focus was on endurance and fun. All participants received certificates, while the best swimmers were rewarded with trophies for their podium finish.
Outstanding performance
The overall winner of the day was Martin Buschmann, who left the competition behind with an impressive 922 laps (46.1 kilometers). Particularly noteworthy is the success of Manfred Kießling, who was at the top of the podium in the senior ranking (55 years and older) with 414 laps (20.7 kilometers).
The results of the winners in the various categories show how broad the sporting ambition is in the community:
| category | 1st place | 2nd place | 3rd place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bambini (up to 8 years) | Eva Luckey – 274 lanes | Carlos Jutzi – 128 lanes | Felix Becker – 100 lanes |
| Children (9 to 14 years) | Nika Keil – 602 lanes | Mika Ott – 435 lanes | Cora Bieker – 405 lanes |
| Youth (15 to 17 years old) | Christian Grummann – 638 lanes | Devin Grützfeld – 603 lanes | Dana Mantau – 602 lanes |
| Women (18 to 54 years) | Delia Mantau – 820 lanes | Christina Ott – 400 lanes | Carla Beckmann and Stephanie Drescher – 330 lanes |
| Men (18 to 54 years) | Markus Buschmann – 922 lanes | Nils-Florian Gagsch – 745 lanes | Silas Schweitzer – 650 lanes |
| Seniors (from 55 years) | Manfred Kießling – 414 lanes | Andreas Horenkamp – 242 lanes | Reinhard Zeitler – 215 lanes |
Community spirit and tradition
Particularly noteworthy is the team challenge cup, which this year went to the Wasserfreunde Soest with a total of 4,249 lanes. The event is not only a sporting competition, but also an event that strengthens the community and promotes the joy of sport. For 20 years, the 24-hour swim has thrilled not only the participants, but also numerous spectators who cheer on the athletes and support the club members.
The location of the outdoor pool in the picturesque surroundings of the Sauerland does the rest. Known for being “Germany’s inspiring outdoor region”, the region offers numerous leisure opportunities with its low mountain landscape, dense forests and clear lakes. From hiking to cycling to winter sports, there is something for everyone to discover here. Therefore, such events are a magnet for sports enthusiasts and tourists far beyond the region. [Sauerland.com] reports that these offers make the region a popular destination for day travelers and vacationers from all over Germany.
An event like this impressively shows how the commitment of volunteers and the joy of sporting activity go hand in hand. A big thank you goes to everyone involved who helped make the 24-hour swim an unforgettable experience.[HNA] reports that the response was very positive and everyone is already looking forward to the next edition of the swimming event next year.