Lake Wohlen Lake
Reservoir on the Aare River near Bern, hydroelectric
Wohlensee, a reservoir north of Bern, provides cycling routes, watersports and birdwatching along well‑maintained paths; Swiss day‑trippers use lakeside picnic areas and small marinas.
Lake Wohlen at a Glance#
Address: Lake Wohlen (Wohlensee), Canton of Bern, Switzerland
Admission: Free
How to Get to Lake Wohlen#
The lake is accessible by regional roads and local cycle routes from Bern and surrounding towns. Public transport links to nearby stations and bus stops make it an easy day-trip for those based in the canton.
Tips for Visiting Lake Wohlen#
- Walk or cycle along the reservoir's embankments early in the morning for calm water and good light.
- Birdwatchers should bring binoculars - the inlet marshes are good for waterfowl in spring and autumn.
- Combine a visit with a stop in the nearby villages for coffee and cake; lakeside cafés are seasonal.
Best Time to Visit Lake Wohlen#
Late spring to early autumn is best for outdoor activities; shoulder seasons offer quieter visits.
Weather & Climate near Lake Wohlen#
Lake Wohlen's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (988 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -3° - 3° | -2° | 60 mm | overcast | 85% | 2.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.9h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 5° | -1° | 58 mm | overcast | 83% | 2.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 3° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Acceptable | 3° - 13° | 7° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 2.3 m/s | 1.0 high | 13.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 7° - 18° | 13° | 102 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.8h |
| June | Good | 10° - 21° | 15° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 15.6h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 23° | 18° | 98 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.2h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 23° | 18° | 102 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 1.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.0h |
| September | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 1.8 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 9° | 80 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 1.8 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 8° | 3° | 81 mm | overcast | 85% | 1.9 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |
| December | Poor | -2° - 4° | -1° | 68 mm | overcast | 84% | 2.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.5h |