Templiner See Lake
Lakeside body west of Berlin used for recreation
Lake near Potsdam used for boating, swimming and riverside walks; visitors cycle along its shores, rent rowboats and enjoy lakeside recreation close to the city.
Templiner See is a freshwater lake in the state of Brandenburg in northeastern Germany, forming part of the Havel river-lake system just outside the city of Potsdam. The lake has wooded and built-up shores and is integrated into local boating and cycling routes.
The water is used for recreation including small-boat navigation and shoreline walking or cycling; there are public access points from Potsdam.
The lake lies immediately to the south and southwest of central Potsdam and is within the broader Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan area, roughly 25 to 30 km southwest of central Berlin.
- Navigation and recreation: Part of the Havel river-lake system and navigable for small craft, the lake is used for boating and riverside recreation.
How to Get to Templiner See#
From Berlin, take regional trains toward Templin or Neuruppin and then a local bus or bike ride to the lake. The area is reachable by car via the B96 road; parking is available at several public access points.
Tips for Visiting Templiner See#
- Rent a bike in nearby Templin for lakeside cycling - the area around Templiner See has pleasant paths and small beaches.
- Visit early in summer mornings for birdwatching; the lake attracts a variety of waterfowl.
- If swimming, stick to designated bathing spots - water quality is generally good but check local signage.
Best Time to Visit Templiner See#
Summer is the most active season for swimming and boating; spring and autumn are quieter and scenic.
Weather & Climate near Templiner See#
Templiner See'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 (539 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with 63 mm of rain.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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