Best lakes around Damsdorf are found within Holstein Switzerland, a region known for its extensive lake district. Damsdorf is situated near two of Schleswig-Holstein's largest lakes, the Großer Plöner See and the Selenter See. These bodies of water offer diverse natural landscapes and serve as significant recreational areas. The area is characterized by picturesque shores, surrounding forests, and a variety of aquatic environments.
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In Plön and the surrounding area, there are cormorant colonies that sometimes cause damage to vegetation and fisheries. The island of Sterin in the Great Plön Lake is a well-known example of the destructive effect of cormorant droppings, which virtually destroy vegetation. There was also a cormorant colony on an island in Lake Selent, which was later abandoned and subsequently recovered.
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In the west of the island is the approximately 100-meter-wide sandy beach. The gently sloping shore offers ideal bathing conditions for children. In summer, a DLRG post is manned here. But adults also experience the purest holiday atmosphere. With lush forest in the background, you have a relaxing view of the lake landscape. Small islands interrupt the calm surface of the water, in which the sun reflects when the weather is nice. Canoes, boats and stand-up paddlers move across the lake and take disturbing thoughts of everyday stress with them. This makes the island a place to switch off and recharge.
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Beach between the Princes' Island in the Great Plön Lake with a sandy beach and DLRG. At the end of the idyllic Princes' Island is the natural beach with a view of the sunset included. As a destination for a day trip or a rest stop, you should not miss the approximately 100 m wide, gently sloping sandy beach. The bathing area can only be reached on foot, by bike or by excursion boat. The bathing area is guarded by the DLRG and has a kiosk, toilet, shower, playground and in summer also a volleyball net. Parking spaces are located on the Ascheberger Chaussee (approx. 2 km to the bathing area).
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The Great Plön Lake attracts visitors in summer with bathing areas and good water sports opportunities. In addition to beautiful hikes and boat trips, a stroll through the small town of Plön is also worthwhile. With an area of around 28 square kilometers, the Great Plön Lake is the largest inland body of water in Schleswig-Holstein.
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There is a ban on the use of boat engines on the Great Plöner Lake (with exceptions for commercial shipping and rescue services). For several years now, electric motors for fishing boats and sailing boats (calm pushers) have been allowed on the Great Plöner Lake.
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Sailing school on Lake Plön with boat rental for pedal boats, rowing boats, SUP and sailing courses. The Plön sailing school offers a wide range of courses from May to October, with something for everyone: just a taster of sailing, courses for beginners, intensive advanced courses or sailing with a catamaran are all possible at the Plön sailing school as an individual, group or even class. There are also special sailing courses for children. Great group tours with dragon boats, canoes or sailing boats are ideal for your active holiday or as a team building event. In addition to sailing boats, fishing boats, rowing and pedal boats, dragon boats and stand-up paddling boards can be rented.
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Canoe pier directly on the Prince's Island Here you have the opportunity to moor and go to the beach opposite the Prince's Island. There are free toilets and a snack bar with seating. In the high season there is also a bathing jetty. The local restaurant is also well worth a visit - the "Restaurant & Cafe Prinzeninsel", which is only a few minutes' walk from the pier.
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Stand Up Paddling in the SUP area of Lake Plön As a SUP water, the Plön Lake District is suitable for both one-day SUP tours and a multi-day SUP trip. On the twelve natural lakes around Plön, water hiking on a stand-up paddling board never gets boring: enjoy the expanse of Lake Plön or experience sightseeing and amazing SUP spots in Plön's city bay - which can also be navigated with a SUP in winter. Of course, you should think about the right SUP clothing in winter here! The SUP piers in Plön are particularly practical: directly on the in-house jetty in the Seeprinz, picnic in the Plön boat harbor or a natural beach on the fishing grounds with various restaurants. And if you prefer something quieter, head for a secluded bay on the shore. Please adhere to the rules in the nature reserve and the general SUP rules. You can rent SUPs by the hour at the Wiederich sailing school.
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The two main lakes to explore near Damsdorf are the Großer Plöner See and the Selenter See. Both are significant bodies of water within the Holstein Switzerland region, offering diverse natural beauty and recreational opportunities.
Families can find several engaging activities. The Prinzenbad Beach, Prinzeninsel, for instance, offers a natural beach with playgrounds. The Großer Plöner See is excellent for swimming due to its high water quality, and many areas are suitable for picnics and relaxing by the shore. The Prinzenbad Beach, Lake Plön also provides amenities like beach chairs and picnic benches in a secluded natural setting.
Yes, there are several hiking opportunities. You can find easy hikes around the area, such as the 'Tarbeker Moor – View of Tarbeker Moor loop' or the 'Holmweg at Stocksee – Bathing Area at Stocksee loop'. For more options, explore the easy hikes around Damsdorf guide.
The Großer Plöner See is known for its deep blue waters, picturesque shores, and surrounding forests. It's a habitat for rare bird species like white-tailed eagles and kingfishers. You can also observe cormorant colonies, particularly around Sterin Island, which is known for its diverse vegetation.
The Selenter See is particularly renowned for its rich fish population, including eels, perch, pike, and whitefish, making it a popular spot for anglers. Its northern part is also a designated nature reserve, serving as an important breeding and resting ground for numerous bird species, which is great for birdwatching.
For stunning panoramic views, the Parnass Tower near Großer Plöner See offers vistas of the lake, surrounding communities, and the fields of Holstein Switzerland. Additionally, the View of the Großer Plöner See from the southern shore provides fantastic perspectives, including views of Plön Castle.
The Großer Plöner See is ideal for a wide array of water sports. Visitors can enjoy boating, sailing, diving, fishing, and stand-up paddleboarding. Pleasure boats also operate on the lake during the summer months, offering scenic tours.
While Damsdorf itself is a smaller community, the larger town of Plön, situated directly on Großer Plöner See, is well-connected by public transport. From Plön, local buses or ferries can take you to various points around the lake. For Selenter See, local bus services connect nearby villages to the lake.
Yes, the region offers various cycling routes. For example, the 'Trail Between Großer Plöner See and Vierer See' is a beautiful bike route on good dirt roads with great views. You can find more cycling options in the cycling around Damsdorf guide, including routes like the 'Stocksee Cycle Route'.
Visitors frequently praise the natural beauty, especially the idyllic bays and small beaches of Großer Plöner See. The opportunity to enjoy stunning sunsets, particularly from spots like Prinzenbad Beach, Lake Plön, is also highly appreciated. The area's peaceful atmosphere and diverse recreational activities receive many positive comments.
Yes, the town of Plön, overlooking Großer Plöner See, offers a charming old town with various accommodation and dining options. There are also numerous campsites directly on the lakeshore. The Prinzenbad Beach, Prinzeninsel, for instance, has a tourist restaurant.
The summer months are particularly popular for visiting the lakes, as the weather is ideal for swimming, boating, and enjoying outdoor activities. Pleasure boats operate on Großer Plöner See during this time. However, the natural beauty of the surrounding forests and shores makes the area appealing for walks and nature observation throughout spring and autumn as well.


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