Kellersee

Lake Recreational lake in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

In Schleswig‑Holstein, Kellersee offers swimmers, sailors and cyclists shallow sandy bays, boat rentals and shoreline trails through beech woodland.

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Kellersee is a freshwater lake in Schleswig-Holstein in the Holstein Switzerland lake district, known locally as a recreational lake. It functions as part of the regional network of lakes used for leisure and local tourism.

The shoreline offers opportunities for swimming, small-boat sailing, angling and walking along lakeside paths. Nearby villages provide access points and seasonal facilities such as boat rentals and bathing spots.

The lake is a natural feature formed by glacial processes during the last Ice Age and has been used historically by local communities for fishing and recreation. Over time the area developed modest tourism infrastructure to serve day visitors and local holiday traffic.

Kellersee sits in northern Germany’s Holstein Switzerland region of Schleswig-Holstein. It is part of a landscape of mixed woodland and farmland with a number of other small lakes in the same district.

  • Best season: Best visited from late spring through early autumn when the water is warmest and local leisure facilities operate at full capacity.
Kellersee
Kellersee, Plön district, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
54.1748, 10.5965

How to Get to Kellersee #

Accessible by regional roads from towns in Schleswig-Holstein. Nearest larger transport hubs include Kiel and Lübeck; local buses and regional trains connect to smaller towns near the lake.

Tips for Visiting Kellersee #

  • If visiting for swimming, check local beach access points and watch for boat traffic on busy summer weekends.
  • Walk the lakeshore paths in the morning for calmer water and fewer tourists.
  • Combine a lakeside walk with visits to nearby villages for regional cuisine and local cafés.

Best Time to Visit Kellersee #

Summer months are best for water-based activities; shoulder seasons for quieter walks.

Summer
June-August · 15-25°C
Best for swimming, boating and lakeside activities.
Spring/Autumn
April-May and September-October · 5-18°C
Pleasant for walks and cycling around the lake with fewer crowds.

Weather & Climate near Kellersee #

Climate

Kellersee's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (691 mm/year).

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

44 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain.

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

70 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 21°

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°

Weather

62 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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