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.
Kellersee at a Glance#
Address: Kellersee, Plön district, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
About Kellersee#
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.
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.
Weather & Climate near Kellersee#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -1° - 3° | -4° | 57 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -1° - 3° | -4° | 39 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 1° - 7° | -1° | 54 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 11° | 4° | 44 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 7° - 16° | 12° | 48 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 20° | 15° | 66 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 21° | 17° | 70 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 12° - 21° | 17° | 63 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 17° | 13° | 62 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 12° | 7° | 59 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 7° | 1° | 63 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 0° - 5° | -2° | 66 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
