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Denkendorfer Erlachsee

Baden Württemberg  >  Germany

Beautiful small lake located near Denkendorf. The lake is surrounded by a belt of forest.

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Most recent update 3 Φεβρουαρίου 2026
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Description

The Denkendorf Erlachsee is a small lake just southwest of Denkendorf. The lake is surrounded by a little forest. Beyond this forest edge lies an open agricultural landscape. The lake was created by the monks of Denkendorf Abbey, who raised carp in the pond. Birds you can observe include (Ευρωπαϊκή) Αλκυόνη, Γκισάρι, Μαυροκέφαλη Πάπια, Σταχτοτσικνιάς, Μαυροσκούφης, (Μεγάλο) Καλαμοτσίχλονο and Καλαμοποταμίδα.

Details

Access

The Denkendorf Erlachsee lies on state road L 1204 between Denkendorf and Neuhausen. Parking is available in the immediate vicinity of the lake. Press P on the map for directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Lake , Reedbeds

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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