Previous projects
From ocean to river2024
Circumnavigation of Lake Constance
In 2024, I swam around Lake Constance – faster than anyone before me.
In just five days, I covered 167.64 km, setting a new record.
The swim was ratified by the Record Holder Republic.
2023
Fehmarnbelt
In 2023, I swam across the Fehmarn Belt from Germany to Denmark – a distance of 25 km.
After eight hours in the open Baltic Sea and crisp temperatures around 16°C, I reached the Danish coast, completing one of the most challenging swimming passages in Northern Europe.
2022
The Rhine
2022 bin ich den kompletten Rhein von der Quelle bis zur Mündung geschwommen – eine Strecke von 1.300 km.
In 25 Etappen habe ich die Wasserstraße durch sechs Länder bewältigt und dabei die Kraft des Stroms, extreme Distanzen und wechselnde Bedingungen gemeistert.
2018
Germany's largest lakes
In 2018, I swam across Germany's ten largest lakes – from Lake Müritz to Lake Constance.
Each stage presented new challenges in terms of weather, waves, and distances, but in the end, I connected the country's waters in a unique way.
2017
Elbe
In 2017, I swam 620 km down the Elbe River—from Bad Schandau to Hamburg, using only the strength of my arms.
Currents, weather, and long distances made each stage a challenge, but every kilometer brought me closer to my destination: the Hanseatic city of Hamburg.
2016
Strait of Gibraltar
In 2016, I swam across the Strait of Gibraltar, connecting Europe with Africa.
I covered the approximately 18 km between Spain and Morocco in strong currents and high waves – a very special kind of swim.
Rhine video
Das ZDF hat in seiner Sendung Terra X The thrilling adventure of swimming in the Rhine captured on film! From minute 14:40, you'll be immersed in this unique journey. Enjoy watching!
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