Kirchhorster Lake

The beautiful sandy beach attracts many parents with young children to the lake. Those without children—and who have always given playgrounds a wide berth—look for a quieter spot. You’re guaranteed to find one away from the swimming dock.

The results of the water investigation for reading

The quality of bathing water:

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What does Kirchhorster See have to offer?

Water area:
35,000 square meters, separate shallow water zone, pier extending into the lake

Amenities:
Restrooms, grassy areas for sunbathing almost all around the lake, a small sandy beach

Activities:
Beach volleyball

The Kirchhorster See Information Profile—What Else You Should Know

The lake is located southwest of Kirchhorst, near Highway 7. The sandy beach and the playground by the lake attract many parents with young children. Guests seeking peace and quiet will also find a pleasant spot on the spacious grounds. A walkable dock with entry ladders leads into the lake. Parking is free. Swim at your own risk—no lifeguards on duty!

The Department of Health, as the responsible authority, conducts regular tests of the bathing water at the swimming area. The first bathing water sample is taken before the start of the season. During the swimming season, from May 15 to September 15, samples are taken once a month. The water is tested for the indicator bacteria Escherichia coli and intestinal enterococci. These results are published here and on the Lower Saxony State Health Office’s bathing water portal, among other places.

If the authorities become aware of the occurrence of mass proliferation of blue-green algae, the water is tested for blue-green algae and, if necessary, an official warning of acute occurrence of blue-green algae is issued. If large quantities of toxic blue-green algae are detected, a bathing ban is issued and published on site and on the internet.

How do you get to Kirchhorster Lake?

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