Schwansener See Lake

Shallow lake in Schleswig-Holstein, used for recreation

Schwansener See, on the Schwansen peninsula in Schleswig‑Holstein, is a small lake used for boating, fishing and shoreline walks, with rural villages and cycling routes nearby.

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Schwansener See at a Glance#

Address: Schwansener See, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany

How to Get to Schwansener See#

By car, Schwansener See is accessed via local roads off the B76 and regional routes from Kiel or Lübeck. Regional buses serve nearby towns; a car is the most convenient way to explore the lake’s perimeter.

Tips for Visiting Schwansener See#

  • Combine a swim with a walk around the lake's perimeter for varied views.
  • Check local signage for fishing rules - some sections are protected habitats.
  • Bring insect repellent in summer - reeds attract mosquitoes at dusk.

Best Time to Visit Schwansener See#

Summer for swimming and boating; shoulder seasons for quieter walks and birding.

Summer
June-August · 18-25°C
Warmest water temperatures and best for lakeside recreation.
Spring/Autumn
April-May & September-October · 8-16°C
Quieter and pleasant for hiking around the shore.

Weather & Climate near Schwansener See#

Climate

Schwansener See's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (826 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 37 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
21°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -1° - 3° -4° 68 mm - - 6.3 m/s - -
February - -1° - 3° -4° 54 mm - - 6.0 m/s - -
March - 1° - 6° -1° 76 mm - - 5.8 m/s - -
April - 3° - 10° 3° 46 mm - - 5.1 m/s - -
May - 7° - 15° 11° 55 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
June - 11° - 18° 14° 68 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
July - 13° - 20° 16° 87 mm - - 4.8 m/s - -
August - 13° - 21° 17° 96 mm - - 4.7 m/s - -
September - 10° - 17° 14° 72 mm - - 5.1 m/s - -
October - 7° - 12° 7° 75 mm - - 5.5 m/s - -
November - 3° - 8° 1° 63 mm - - 6.0 m/s - -
December - 1° - 5° -2° 66 mm - - 6.1 m/s - -