Quenzsee Lake
Lake in Brandenburg near Potsdam
Small lake near Brandenburg an der Havel that links to regional waterways; Quenzsee attracts boaters, anglers and cyclists following canal‑side routes and local historic towns.
Quenzsee at a Glance#
Address: Quenzsee, Potsdam/Brandenburg, Germany
Hours: Open access (lake)
About Quenzsee#
Quenzsee is a freshwater lake in Brandenburg state in northeastern Germany, situated close to the city of Brandenburg an der Havel.
The lake is part of the Havel river and lake system and is linked to nearby waterways used for boating and local recreation. Shorelines and boat access points serve leisure activities rather than large-scale tourism.
Surrounded by low-lying, mixed woodland and urban fringe, Quenzsee sits within a landscape of interconnected lakes and rivers that characterises the Brandenburg region.
- Location and use: Located immediately west of the city of Brandenburg an der Havel, it forms part of the local Havel-lake network and is commonly used for small-boat recreation and angling.
How to Get to Quenzsee#
Quenzsee is accessible from Potsdam by local roads and cycle paths; from Potsdam city centre it is a 15-30 minute drive or a pleasant bike ride depending on the starting point.
Tips for Visiting Quenzsee#
- Visit in spring or early summer to catch clearer water and quieter banks for canoeing.
- If arriving by bike, use the surrounding cycling routes from Brandenburg and park at the designated lot; access on foot is straightforward from nearby trails.
- Look for the old lock structures and industrial fragments on the southern shore - local anglers swear fish are abundant there.
Best Time to Visit Quenzsee#
Best from late spring through early autumn for boating and waterside activities.
Weather & Climate near Quenzsee#
Quenzsee's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (553 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -2° - 3° | -4° | 40 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -2° - 4° | -3° | 36 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 1° - 8° | 1° | 42 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 14° | 7° | 35 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 53 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 22° | 17° | 63 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 14° - 24° | 19° | 56 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 24° | 18° | 53 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 19° | 14° | 46 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 6° - 13° | 8° | 39 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 7° | 2° | 42 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 4° | -2° | 48 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
