Waldsee Krähenwinkel

This beautiful spot in the forest has been officially used as a swimming lake since 1973. With its idyllic setting, the lake attracts visitors of all ages who seek peace and quiet. Swimmers can access the water from three sides; a fourth side is protected and off-limits. In the middle of the lake is a floating platform where visitors can catch their breath or take a break. The lake is known for its family-friendly atmosphere. You feel right at home here, and it can sometimes happen that a newcomer has to lay out their towel a few meters further away if a regular wants to claim their usual spot.

Read the results of the bathing water analysis

The quality of bathing water:

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What does Waldsee Krähenwinkel have to offer?

Water area:
17,500 square meters, designated shallow water zone, floating platform

Facilities:
Restroom (accessible), changing rooms, sunbathing area, sandy beach, designated barbecue areas

Activities:
Playground

Food and Beverage:
Kiosk with snacks and seating

What should you know about swim supervision, watercraft, and more?

The DLRG is on duty at Waldsee on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and, weather permitting, on weekdays starting at noon (however, swimming is always at your own risk);

During the swimming season, from May 15 to September 15, dogs are not allowed at the lake; at all other times, dogs must be kept on a leash.

The Waldsee Krähenwinkel Information Profile—Other Things Worth Knowing

The Waldsee Krähenwinkel offers a variety of activities for all ages. It is located north of Langenhagen in a wooded area near Krähenwinkel. Swimmers can access the water from three sides; the fourth side is a protected area and may not be entered. A swimming island is anchored in the middle of the lake. The lake is known for its family-friendly atmosphere. The DLRG patrols the lake on weekends during the swimming season and daily in the afternoons when the weather is good. Swimming is generally at your own risk. Parking is available.

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 Waldsee Krähenwinkel?

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