Waldsee in the Hainwald (Hämelerwald)

At the former clay pit—now densely overgrown with reeds and water lilies—nature-loving swimmers will find a quiet, romantic swimming spot with grassy areas for sunbathing and a sandy beach. There is also a small playground. The Waldsee, a favorite spot for nesting ducks, dragonflies, hedgehogs, and fish, is part of a campground. And if you’d like to grab a bite to eat, just turn around—the Forsthaus restaurant is right on the beach.

The results of the water investigation for reading

The quality of bathing water:

Symbol for good water quality (two stars) — Good bathing water quality

What does the Waldsee in the Hämelerwald have to offer?

Water area:
2 hectares

Amenities:
restroom, shower, grassy areas for sunbathing, a small sandy beach, mature trees

Activities:
Playground, Play area, Camping, Fishing

Dining:
Coffee garden, restaurant, indoor and outdoor seating

What should you know about lifeguard services?

There is no lifeguard on duty

The Waldsee Hämelerwald Information Profile—Other Things Worth Knowing

Waldsee is located on the eastern, forested edge of Hämelerwald in the Hainwald Landscape Conservation Area. Access to the lake on the campground grounds is free, and parking is also free. The swimming beach on this lake, which is overgrown with aquatic plants, is located on the north side of the lake. Swim at your own risk—there are 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, among other places, on the website www.hannover.de and on the bathing water portal of the Lower Saxony State Health Office.

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.

Rating
There are no discharges or activities within the bathing lake’s catchment area that give cause for concern regarding the hygienic quality of the bathing water. The potential for pollution is assessed as low.

No mass blooms of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) have been observed in this body of water in recent years. The potential for a mass bloom is considered low.

No mass blooms of macroalgae or phytoplankton have been observed in the past. The potential for a mass bloom is considered low.