Water at Novi Sad's Štrand is fourth-class; swimmers are advised to shower afterward
Low Danube levels and high temperatures have placed water across most of Štrand beach in the fourth quality class, according to beach operator Gradsko zelenilo. Swimming is not banned: microbiological parameters remain within permitted limits, but visitors are advised to shower after leaving the water.
What matters
Fourth class
The latest analysis places water across most of Štrand in the fourth class, meaning weak ecological status.
Why it changed
The beach operator links the change to lower river levels, water temperatures up to 25°C, less dissolved oxygen and faster algae growth.
Daily monitoring
The Vojvodina Institute of Public Health monitors water quality daily, while Gradsko zelenilo publishes results for visitors.
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Danas: showering recommended after swimming at Štrand
Danas carries Gradsko zelenilo's notice: low Danube levels and water temperatures up to 25°C have placed water across most of the beach in the fourth class. Swimming is not banned because microbiological and chemical parameters remain permitted, but showering afterward is recommended.
Overall takeaway
Štrand remains open for swimming, but heat and low water have worsened its ecological status; visitors should follow daily notices and shower after swimming.
What this means for residents
After swimming
Swimming remains permitted, but the beach operator recommends showering after leaving the water.
What has not changed
According to Gradsko zelenilo, microbiological and chemical parameters remain within permitted limits for now.