Healthcare becomes more expensive due to energy crisis

Healthcare is becoming more expensive due to the consequences of the energy crisis. The announcement prominently featured on the home page of thermal baths on the Zurich Hürlimann site reads as follows: “Energy costs make up a significant portion of the operating costs of water spa centers and spa worlds. Recently, we are faced with serious additional costs as energy prices have increased exponentially.”

And: Several optimizations have been introduced to continue to provide guests with the usual bathing experience. “Unfortunately, we still feel compelled to increase the entrance fee by 3 francs to cover at least some of the additional costs.” The daily pass has cost CHF 42 since January 1st. “Tages-Anzeiger” reported its first price increase.

The bathroom pays 14 times more for electricity than in 2019. But he hopes for better prices next year. Therefore, the energy surcharge should only be applied in the short term. Responsibles are currently not working on water temperatures. Unlike other pools that drop the temperature from 35 degrees to 30 degrees. “But health is no longer fun at these temperatures,” the operators of the Hürlimann spas told “Tages-Anzeiger”.

Therme in Vals does not turn on

The Therme 7132 in Vals GR suggests there is another way. They also have to save electricity in Graubünden. However, prices will not be increased for spa guests. Therefore, water temperatures are lowered. For example, the temperature in the outdoor pool is currently only 35 degrees, instead of the usual 36 degrees in winter.

Rationale: “A reduction of one degree, according to experts, saves 6 percent of energy. The heat pump also needs less electricity,” says a Blick spokesperson. In addition, ventilation, pumps and lighting systems are constantly monitored, configured and checked for efficiency. saves electricity Daily pass is available for CHF 60 to 80.

Canceled subscriptions

Alpamare in Pfäffikon SZ has closed two slides to reduce energy costs. And different ones at the same time. Two of the twelve slides are unavailable. They will be closed for an hour. And then turn it back on as usual.

“We are of the opinion that with this measure we will not diminish the experience,” director Julian Lämmler tells the “Zürichsee-Zeitung”. He does not want to categorically exclude price increases.

The subscription offer has already been discontinued. The 680-franc weekday subscription is no longer available. Now you have to pay 1,500 francs for the annual subscription. (be)