Lakes around Wittensee, located in the Hütten Hills Nature Park in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, is an Ice Age lake. It is the fourth-largest lake in Schleswig-Holstein, covering over 1,000 hectares with depths exceeding 20 meters. The lake is situated between the cities of Schleswig, Rendsburg, and Eckernförde. It offers opportunities for nature exploration and water sports.
Last updated: June 15, 2026
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Closed, a small notice at the entrance.
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Unfortunately closed also in 2026.
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Good stop to eat fish.
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A quiet, easily accessible hiking section with ample parking and two wonderful swimming spots. However, in westerly winds, algae and plant matter can drift onto the shore. The southern, car-free section in particular offers pure nature and relaxing hiking moments.
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Welcome to master fisherman Arne Bening! Maritime delicacies of the highest quality and guaranteed fresh! Our customers have been getting this from their master fisherman from Wittensee for over 100 years. We make our delicious fish specialties smoked in the "Altona oven" ourselves according to our own special recipes and old family tradition. You can find a large selection of our maritime delicacies directly in our sales van in Holzbunge, on the B 203 at Whisky Krüger. Come and see us and see for yourself our extensive range.
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A dreamy place for coffee and cake ☕🍰
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Here you can always find a place for a rest
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Here you can always find a place for a rest
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The lakes around Wittensee, nestled in the Hütten Hills Nature Park, are popular for their scenic beauty, Ice Age formation, and diverse recreational opportunities. Visitors enjoy bathing, various water sports, angling, and exploring the surrounding nature through cycling and hiking. The area is appreciated by the komoot community, with over 800 upvotes and 180 photos shared across its highlights.
Wittensee offers several popular spots for relaxation and activity. The Sande Bathing Area, Wittensee, is a favorite for its grassy sunbathing area, public restrooms, playground, and barbecue site. Another highlight is Fisch Imbiss Bening – View of Wittensee, a restaurant offering fantastic views of the lake, perfect for coffee and cake. There's also a Lakeside Access and Dock at Wittensee providing bathing opportunities.
Yes, Lake Bistensee, Bünsdorf, is another significant lake in the Hütten Hills Nature Park. Like Wittensee, it was formed during the Ice Age and offers a community bathing area with a pontoon, a grassy sunbathing area, and a children's playground. Restrooms are available at the nearby 'Seeterrasse' restaurant/café, which also features a mini-golf course.
Wittensee is a popular spot for various water sports, excluding motorboats, ensuring a peaceful environment. You can enjoy surfing, sailing, stand-up paddling, and other forms of paddling on its calm waters.
Yes, Wittensee provides several official bathing areas with amenities. These include the bathing areas in Bünsdorf, Sande, and Groß Wittensee. The Bünsdorf spot features a floating pontoon, water slide, and bathing island, while Sande and Groß Wittensee offer grassy sunbathing areas, playgrounds, and barbecue sites. Sande Bathing Area, Wittensee is particularly popular.
Wittensee is considered an angling paradise, especially known for its pike and perch. Fishing is permitted with a valid permit, which can be obtained from local fishermen. Other fish species found include eel, bream, and whitefish.
The area around Wittensee offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. You can find various cycling routes of differing difficulty levels, and bicycles can be rented locally. For hiking, there are trails like the 'Bridge Over the Schirnau – Bünsdorf Parking Area loop from Bünsdorf' or the 'Sande Bathing Area, Wittensee – Dock with View of Wittensee loop from Klein Wittensee'. You can explore more options for gravel biking, hiking, and MTB trails around Wittensee.
Absolutely. Many bathing areas around Wittensee are family-friendly, featuring playgrounds and amenities. For example, the Bünsdorf bathing area has a play area, soccer field, basketball court, and volleyball field. The Sande Bathing Area, Wittensee, and the bathing area in Groß Wittensee also include playgrounds and barbecue facilities. Lake Bistensee, Bünsdorf, also has a children's playground.
Yes, the area around Wittensee offers dog-friendly options. Lake Bistensee, Bünsdorf, for instance, is noted as dog-friendly, providing opportunities for walks with your canine companion.
The summer months are ideal for visiting the lakes around Wittensee, especially if you plan to enjoy bathing and water sports. The official bathing areas are well-equipped for a comfortable day out during this season. However, the scenic beauty of the Hütten Hills Nature Park makes it a pleasant destination for hiking and cycling throughout much of the year.
Wittensee is an ancient moraine lake, sculpted during the Ice Age, and is known for its idyllic natural surroundings within the rolling hills of the Hüttener Berge Nature Park. You can expect clear waters, tranquil settings, and picturesque views. The lake's nearly rectangular shape, about 5 km long and 2 km wide, showcases the geological history of the region.


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