Kölpinsee
Lake Lake in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern popular for boating
Kölpinsee lies in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern’s lake district as part of interconnected waterways; boating, angling and cycling along lakeside paths connect visitors to Müritz National Park and small lakeside towns.
Kölpinsee is a lake in the Mecklenburg Lake District of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in northeastern Germany. It forms part of the region’s interconnected system of lakes set within a glacially formed landscape.
The lake is used locally for boating and fishing and lies among a network of lakes and waterways typical of the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte.
Kölpinsee occupies a lowland lake basin created during the last glacial period and is set within a landscape of mixed forest and farmland.
The lake sits in rural northeastern Germany within Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, in the broader lake district that includes many lakes connected by channels and short waterways.
- Recreation: The lake is part of the Mecklenburg Lake District and is used for recreational boating, angling and waterside walks in a largely rural setting.
How to Get to Kölpinsee #
Kölpinsee is reached by regional roads in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern; the nearest larger towns are Waren and Neustrelitz. Regional trains and buses serve the area with onward local connections; cycling between lakes is a popular option.
Tips for Visiting Kölpinsee #
- Rent a small boat or join a local angling group to explore the lake's quieter coves-access points are well-marked along the shore.
- The Kölpinsee is inside the Müritz National Park area-follow local conservation rules and stay on designated beaches and paths.
- Sunrises over the water can be spectacular; pack a thermos and arrive early.
Best Time to Visit Kölpinsee #
Summer is best for swimming and boating; late spring and early autumn are good for quieter exploration.
Weather & Climate near Kölpinsee #
Kölpinsee's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (566 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
