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 at a Glance#
Address: Kölpinsee, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany
About Kölpinsee#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -3° - 2° | -5° | 43 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -2° - 3° | -4° | 36 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 0° - 6° | -1° | 39 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 12° | 5° | 35 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 17° | 13° | 51 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 59 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 22° | 18° | 60 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 22° | 17° | 57 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 18° | 14° | 48 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 12° | 7° | 42 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 7° | 1° | 48 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 3° | -3° | 48 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
