Bärwalder See Lake
Large artificial lake popular for swimming and sailing
An artificial lake in Saxony formed from reclaimed mining land; Bärwalder See offers beaches, sailing, diving and lakeside recreation close to regional cycling routes.
Bärwalder See at a Glance#
Address: Bärwalder See, Saxony, Germany
How to Get to Bärwalder See#
Bärwalder See is accessible by regional roads from Bautzen and Görlitz; local buses and cycling routes connect nearby towns. The lake has multiple access points and managed recreation areas.
Tips for Visiting Bärwalder See#
- The lake has cycling and walking routes-combine a ride with stops at lakeside cafés
- Small boat hire is sometimes available in summer-check local providers in Großröhrsdorf or nearby towns
- Winter ice can form-only venture onto frozen surfaces when local authorities confirm it is safe
Best Time to Visit Bärwalder See#
Summer for water activities; spring/autumn for quieter exploration.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
June-August · 15-25°C
Warmest period for swimming, sailing and lakeside recreation.
Spring-Autumn (Apr-Oct)
April-October · 5-20°C
Good for cycling and hiking in surrounding landscapes.
Winter (Nov-Mar)
November-March · -5-6°C
Cold season; frozen conditions occasionally allow ice activities.
Weather & Climate near Bärwalder See#
Climate
Bärwalder See's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (630 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 48
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -3° - 3° | -4° | 45 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -2° - 4° | -3° | 39 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 1° - 8° | 1° | 45 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 13° | 6° | 40 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 62 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 21° | 17° | 58 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 78 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 73 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 51 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 13° | 8° | 41 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 7° | 1° | 49 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 4° | -2° | 49 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |