A newly renovated playground in Bern, Switzerland, is facing criticism from parents who claim it becomes dangerously hot during warm weather. Concerns center around the playground’s surfaces – specifically the slide, sand, and pebbles – which reportedly reach scorching temperatures. Parents report the materials are too hot to touch and pose a burn risk to children. The playground cost 15 million euros to construct, fueling further frustration among those experiencing the issue. Local authorities have not yet responded with a plan to address the complaints. The situation has ignited a public debate regarding the playground’s design and material choices. Residents question the suitability of the materials given Switzerland’s increasingly warm summers.