Useful tips about swimming in open waters

• Children must always be supervised.

• Do not go into the water on a full or completely empty stomach.

• Since the body needs time to adjust, you should never jump into the water when overheated.

• Rivers warm up less quickly than lakes.

• Be careful when jumping into rivers or lakes: the bottom can be dangerous and cause injuries.

• When swimming, pay close attention to floating debris and underwater obstacles, such as bulky objects.

• Never swim long distances alone.

• Air mattresses and buoyancy aids are no guarantee of safety.

• The open waters in the Upper Engadine are unsupervised.

Behavioural tips at and on mountain lakes:

• The water in mountain lakes is cold and the banks are steep

• Carry a buoyancy aid for each person when you take the boat out for fishing and sailing

• Label your SUP with your name, address and telephone number

• Dress appropriately for the water temperature and the weather when SUPing, surfing or kitesurfing