Join the Ice Bathing and Cold Plunge Community in Galway
On this page you will find out where like-minded people in Galway meet for cold water immersion. If no local group is active yet, you can easily start one yourself by adding your ice bathing location in Galway to our map. You can also join our Telegram community and follow the ice bathing group in Galway there.
Add your ice bathing location to our interactive map to find more like-minded people nearby:
Popular Ice Bath Locations in Galway
- Salthill Promenade: Famous seaside spot for cold water swimming, with a strong local community year-round.
- Claddagh River spots: Selected areas along the river are popular for cold plunges – follow safety guidance and local rules.
- Outdoor pools (e.g., Leisureland Pool): Some pools remain open during colder months and host community swims.
How many ice bathers are there in Galway?
Galway is the fourth-largest city in Ireland with about 85,000 residents spread across an area of around 46 km² (approx. 1,850 inhabitants per km²). The city’s rivers, lakes, and coastline provide excellent opportunities for cold plunging activities.
If we assume that about 1.5% of the population practice ice baths regularly, this means around 1,275 ice bathers in Galway. Statistically, this splits into about 638 women and 638 men who regularly or occasionally take the plunge into the cold water.
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