Top 20 Lakes around St. Wendel

The most prominent recreational lake in the St. Wendel region is Bostalsee. It is the largest recreational lake in southwest Germany, offering a wide range of activities and amenities within the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park.

Bostalsee is a hub for various activities. You can enjoy water sports like sailing, windsurfing, and stand-up paddleboarding, with rental stations and schools available. There are also two sandy beaches for swimming, and opportunities for boating with pedal boats and rowboats. On land, visitors can explore numerous hiking and cycling trails, including the popular 'Bosenbergweg'. Family-friendly attractions include a climbing park, mini-golf, adventure golf, and the Aqua Mundo indoor water park.

Yes, Bostalsee is particularly family-friendly. It features two spacious sandy beaches with shallow shorelines, ideal for children, and lifeguards during summer. Beyond swimming, families can enjoy a climbing park, mini-golf, adventure golf, and the Aqua Mundo indoor water park with slides and a wave pool. The 'Bosenbergweg' is also a popular hiking route suitable for families.

Swimming is permitted at Bostalsee, which offers two designated sandy beaches. These beaches are supervised by lifeguards during the summer season and have a small entrance fee for adults and children over 6. Other smaller bodies of water, or 'Weiher', in the region may not be suitable or designated for swimming.

The St. Wendel region offers extensive hiking opportunities around its lakes. Bostalsee has numerous well-developed trails, including a popular circular route. The Nonnweiler Reservoir also features a 13 km circular route through a beautiful forest landscape. For a different experience, the '5-Weiher-Tour' is a 12 km circular trail highlighting several idyllic smaller ponds ('Weiher') known for their unique flora and fauna. You can find more hiking options in the Hiking around St. Wendel guide.

Yes, the area around Bostalsee is well-suited for cycling, with numerous well-developed trails. Bikes and e-bikes can be rented locally. Mountain bikers can also find challenging trails. The Nonnweiler Reservoir also has a 12.8-kilometer circuit perfect for cyclists. For more cycling routes, check out the MTB Trails around St. Wendel guide.

The lakes are nestled within the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, offering diverse natural landscapes. At Bostalsee, a portion of the lake is designated as a protected zone for rare animals and plants. The '5-Weiher-Tour' specifically highlights smaller ponds known for special flora like water buttercups, irises, and water lilies, and opportunities to spot grey herons or kingfishers. The Nonnweiler Reservoir is also a water protection area with untouched nature.

While the lakes themselves are primarily natural and recreational, the '5-Weiher-Tour' hiking trail passes by the Roman excavation site 'Wareswald', offering a glimpse into the region's history. The surrounding Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park also invites visitors to discover its cultural and historical features.

The lakes are enjoyable year-round, but the best time depends on your preferred activities. Summer is ideal for swimming and water sports at Bostalsee. Spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures for hiking and cycling, with beautiful scenery. Even in winter, the circular route around Bostalsee is illuminated, making it suitable for walks.

Yes, Bostalsee is well-equipped with facilities. You'll find rental stations for various water sports, two sandy beaches with food and drink vendors, boat rentals, and a children's playground. There are also restaurants, bike rentals, a climbing park, mini-golf, and the Aqua Mundo indoor water park. For longer stays, a large campground and modern cottages are available.

Beyond Bostalsee, the St. Wendel region features several smaller lakes and ponds, locally known as 'Weiher'. These include the Kloppbruchweiher and Eulensee, both appreciated for their natural beauty. The '5-Weiher-Tour' highlights several of these idyllic spots, known for their special flora and fauna.

There are several excellent viewpoints. The View of Bostalsee from the dam offers panoramic perspectives of the largest recreational lake. For the Nonnweiler Reservoir, the View of Nonnweiler Dam provides impressive vistas. Many hiking trails, such as those on the '5-Weiher-Tour', also offer scenic viewpoints of the landscape, including the Schaumberg mountain.