Lakes around Abtsbessingen offer diverse natural experiences within this small municipality. The region features several ponds and a notable moor area, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. These water bodies, including the Hanfsee Moor, contribute to the area's natural landscape and ecological significance. Visitors can find peaceful natural escapes and points of interest for exploration.
Last updated: June 27, 2026
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A small, beautiful and quiet idyllic pond near Schlotheim. It is leased to the Mühlhausen Anglers' Club.
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very well laid out, stop or sit down and enjoy
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Very well maintained facility. Snack bar right next door.
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Very comfortable rest area. If you are cycling along the cycle path you should take a little detour here for a break.
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The hemp lake is silting up more and more and today no longer has any free water surfaces. So the bog is gradually disappearing.
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The Sonder forest area has been a nature reserve since 1961 and, together with the neighboring forest areas on Oberholz and Großer Horn, is part of the European NATURA 2000 system of protected areas. The core of the area is the hemp lake, which was created by leaching rock salts in the geological subsoil. It is the largest of what were previously six sinkholes of this type. These sinkholes filled with water over a long period of time, creating lakes with no natural inflow and outflow, so they were fed solely by rainwater. (Source: https://www.nottertal-heilingerhoehen.de)
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A beautifully landscaped goldfish pond with a great water lily, you just have to stop here and watch the fish.
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Several lakes in the area are great for families. The Pond in Thalebra is described as a lovingly designed park with a comfortable rest area along a cycle path. The Goldfish Pond is beautifully landscaped, well-maintained, and even has a snack bar nearby. Additionally, Rohrteich offers a mysterious place to linger with a bench and an information board, and the Idyllic Pond Near Schlotheim provides a small, beautiful, and quiet spot.
Yes, the Hanfsee Moor is a significant ecological site. It is a sinkhole lake and has been a nature reserve since 1961, forming part of the European NATURA 2000 system of protected areas. While it is gradually silting up, it remains an important natural monument.
The Goldfish Pond near Schlotheim is known for its very well-maintained facility and has a snack bar right next door, making it a comfortable spot to stop. The Pond in Thalebra also offers a very comfortable rest area, ideal for a break during a cycling trip.
Absolutely! The region offers various cycling routes. For instance, the Cycling around Abtsbessingen guide includes routes like the 'Pond in Thalebra – Small Pond loop' and the 'Pond in Thalebra – High Ropes Course Possen loop'. The Pond in Thalebra itself is located along a cycle path, making it a perfect spot for a break.
Yes, there are several running trails in the vicinity. The Running Trails around Abtsbessingen guide features routes such as the 'Running loop from Ebeleben' (4.15 km, easy) and the 'Nottertal-Heilinger Heights loop from Schlotheim' (6.63 km, moderate).
The Hanfsee Moor is unique as it is a sinkhole lake, formed by the leaching of rock salts in the geological subsoil. It's the largest of what were once six such sinkholes in the area. It has been a nature reserve since 1961, though it is noted to be gradually silting up and losing its free water surfaces.
The Rohrteich is described as a beautiful, mysterious place to linger. It features a bench for resting and an information board that provides details about the pond and its surroundings. Visitors have also noted that with a little fish food, you can see fish here.
Yes, the Idyllic Pond Near Schlotheim is specifically highlighted as a small, beautiful, and quiet pond. The Goldfish Pond also offers a peaceful, well-maintained environment with water lilies, perfect for stopping and enjoying the surroundings.
Visitors appreciate the peaceful natural escapes and the well-maintained, thoughtfully designed areas. The comfortable rest areas, like the one at the Pond in Thalebra, and the beautifully landscaped spots such as the Goldfish Pond, are frequently mentioned. The ecological significance of sites like the Hanfsee Moor also draws interest.
The Pond in Thalebra is considered a viewpoint due to its lovingly designed park and comfortable rest area. The Rohrteich also offers a beautiful and mysterious place to linger, with a bench inviting visitors to rest and take in the surroundings.
While specific seasonal data isn't available, the lakes and surrounding natural areas are generally best enjoyed during spring, summer, and early autumn when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities like cycling and walking. The natural beauty, including water lilies at the Goldfish Pond, would be particularly vibrant during these months.


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