Krakower See
Lake Lake in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, glacial origin
A lake in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern near Krakow am See; people visit for swimming, boating and cycling on lakeside paths and modest waterside picnics.
Krakower See is a freshwater lake in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern in northeastern Germany, named for the adjacent town of Krakow am See. It is one of the lakes in the broader Mecklenburg lake region.
The shoreline includes the town of Krakow am See and associated harbors and waterfront areas; the lake is used as a local focal point for shoreline access and town-level recreation. The lake has an irregular shoreline with peninsulas and bays that define small coves along its edge.
The lake takes its name from the nearby town and has been part of the local landscape since postglacial times. Development around the shore has been driven by settlement and local tourism centered on the town.
Krakower See sits in the southern part of the Mecklenburg Lake District; the town of Krakow am See is the principal settlement on its shore and provides the main road access to the lake.
- Nearest town: The town of Krakow am See lies on the lake's shore and is the principal access point for visitors.
How to Get to Krakower See #
By car from Schwerin or Rostock; regional roads link small towns around the lake. Local bus services connect to nearby villages during the tourist season; check timetables in advance.
Tips for Visiting Krakower See #
- Bring binoculars for birdwatching-the lake is a quiet refuge for waterfowl.
- Rent a bicycle to follow the paths that circle the lake for varied viewpoints.
Best Time to Visit Krakower See #
Krakower See is pleasant in summer for water activities and in autumn for birdwatching and quieter trails.
Weather & Climate near Krakower See #
Krakower See's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (564 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 66 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 (40 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 3°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
