Regenstauf's New Eco-Friendly School Gym and Pool Near Completion by 2027
Two major construction projects at Regenstauf's Max-Ulrich-von-Drechsel secondary school are nearing key milestones. District officials, including Administrator Tanja Schweiger, visited the site on 2 March to review progress on a new triple gymnasium and a school pool. Both facilities form part of a long-term initiative to upgrade educational infrastructure across the Regensburg district.
Work on the triple gymnasium began in June 2023 and is set to finish in the coming weeks. The building will meet strict energy standards, classified as an Efficiency House 40 under Germany's Building Energy Act. Heating will come from a wood-chip plant, providing a renewable and locally sourced energy supply. Completion is scheduled for spring 2026.
The pool, also under construction, follows a hybrid timber design. Like the gymnasium, it will use the wood-chip heating system and comply with the same energy efficiency rules. This facility is expected to open in spring 2027.
Funding for both projects comes from multiple sources. The state of Bavaria and the district are covering most of the costs, with Regenstauf town contributing additional funds. Since 2016, the district has invested around €250 million in modernising and expanding school infrastructure, including roughly €150 million over the past decade alone.
Once completed, the gymnasium and pool will serve not only the school but also local clubs and other educational institutions in Regenstauf.
The two projects mark a significant step in the district's ongoing education initiative. By 2027, the school will have a modern gymnasium and a sustainable pool, both powered by renewable energy. Officials have confirmed that construction remains on schedule and within budget.
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