Lake Werbellin
Lake Brandenburg lake popular for rowing and bathing
Werbellinsee in Brandenburg sits within the Schorfheide forest: sailors, swimmers and canoeists use the clear water; trails and lakeside inns support day trips from Berlin.
Lake Werbellin (Werbellinsee) is a lake in the Brandenburg region of Germany, located within the Schorfheide area that is noted for forests and protected landscapes. It is a regional recreational lake used for boating, fishing and waterside leisure.
The lake’s clear water and wooded shoreline make it a common destination for water sports, angling and day visits from nearby towns. Small harbors and landing places provide access for private and rental boats, and shoreline paths allow walking and cycling in parts of the lake’s perimeter.
Werbellinsee has long been used for recreation and local tourism, with visitor facilities and holiday cottages developing along parts of the shore over the 19th and 20th centuries. The broader Schorfheide landscape has been subject to conservation and land-use planning that affect shoreline use.
The lake lies in Brandenburg, northeast of Berlin and close to towns such as Eberswalde and Joachimsthal, within a mixed forest and lake landscape that is part of the Schorfheide-Chorin region.
- Outdoor activities: Shoreline facilities and marinas support boating and angling, and the surrounding forest is part of the larger Schorfheide area known for hiking and nature tourism.
How to Get to Lake Werbellin #
About 60-90 minutes’ drive northeast from Berlin along the A11; regional trains and buses serve Eberswalde with onward local transport to Joachimsthal and lakeside points.
Tips for Visiting Lake Werbellin #
- Rent a small sailboat or kayak from local clubs - the lake is friendly to less-experienced sailors.
- Walk the forested ridges around the eastern shore for the best panoramic views.
- Visit early in summer to avoid weekend crowds from Berlin.
Best Time to Visit Lake Werbellin #
Summer offers the fullest range of lake activities; shoulder seasons provide quieter trails and better light for photography.
Weather & Climate near Lake Werbellin #
Lake Werbellin'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 23°C. Moderate rainfall (602 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (47 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 (41 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain.
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August
August is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).
