Kleiner Plöner See
Lake Small scenic lake in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany
A lake near Plön in Schleswig‑Holstein, Kleiner Plöner See offers boating, swimming and shoreline cycling; visitors often combine lake trips with Plön’s castle and old‑town sights.
Kleiner Plöner See is a small lake in Schleswig-Holstein located next to the town of Plön, in northern Germany. It sits within the Holstein lake district and lies close to the larger Großer Plöner See.
The lake is used for local recreation and short walks around its shore; small boats and fishing are common on calmer days. There are no large commercial facilities directly on the lake and activities are largely day-use and local in scale.
The lake is a natural freshwater body that has formed part of the regional lake system since the last glacial period. No major historical constructions are associated with the lake itself, though the town of Plön on its shore has developed around the waterways.
Geographically the lake is immediately adjacent to the urban area of Plön and sits in the gently rolling landscape of eastern Schleswig-Holstein, roughly 25 to 30 kilometres southeast of the city of Kiel.
- Location note: Lies immediately adjacent to the town of Plön and is part of the Holstein lake district, connected hydrologically to the nearby Großer Plöner See.
- Recreation: Shoreline paths and small boat traffic make it accessible for short walks, birdwatching and light recreational boating during the warmer months.
How to Get to Kleiner Plöner See #
The lake is reached from the small town of Plön (about 8 km east). From Plön Bahnhof, take local buses or a short taxi ride to lakeside access points; many walking and cycling paths connect Plön with the Kleiner Plöner See along local roads (B76 and L44 near the town). Driving from Kiel takes about 35-40 minutes via B404 and B76.
Tips for Visiting Kleiner Plöner See #
- Approach from the town of Plön and use the lakeside path on the east bank for the best views of the reed-fringed shore and small islands.
- Bring insect repellent in summer - the shallow shallows and reeds attract midges late afternoon.
- If renting a canoe or SUP, launch from the public slip near Lindenallee for calmer water and quieter paddling than the busier Plöner See.
- Photograph early morning mist when the water can look like a sheet of pewter; golden-hour light hits the reeds around 7-8am in summer.
Best Time to Visit Kleiner Plöner See #
Best visited late spring through early autumn for boating and birdwatching; autumn brings dramatic light and fewer people.
Weather & Climate near Kleiner Plöner See #
Kleiner Plöner See'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 (742 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 75 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
