Lakes around Friedberger Baggersee include this artificial gravel pit lake, located between Augsburg and Friedberg in Bavaria, Germany. This 18-hectare lake, with a maximum depth of 15 meters, is fed by groundwater, resulting in clear water. It consistently meets EU bathing water standards, making it suitable for swimming. The lake is also a hub for water sports, featuring a waterski lift, and is a favored spot for divers due to its clarity and underwater landscape.
Last updated: August 9, 2026
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The Friedberger Baggersee is an idyllic lake near Friedberg (Bavaria) with an area of around 18 hectares and a depth of up to 12 meters. It is a popular destination for swimming, water sports (including water skiing), diving, walks and relaxation. The water quality is excellent and a 2.3 km long circular path invites you to take walks.
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Peace and relaxation by the lake
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Refreshing cooling off in Friedberger Baggersee
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Super nice facility, beer garden with kiosk.
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with kiosk and playground
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Spring, summer, autumn, winter - you can always go to this lake! Great swimming lake with showers and toilets. Kiosk and beach volleyball - everything is there!
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The lake does not get its name from the baker, but from an excavator because it was dredged
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Friedberger Baggersee is a hub for various water sports and relaxation. You can go swimming, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. The lake is also a popular spot for diving due to its exceptional water clarity and interesting underwater landscape. For those who prefer to stay dry, there are sunbathing lawns, beach volleyball courts, and a circular path for walks. You can also visit the Chill and Wake Waterski Facility to try waterskiing or watch the action from the lakeside terrace.
Yes, Friedberger Baggersee is very family-friendly. It offers designated bathing areas with gradual entries for children, playgrounds, and a non-swimmer's bay. The North Shore of Friedberger Baggersee is particularly noted for its family-friendly facilities. There are also kiosks and restaurants available for refreshments.
The water quality at Friedberger Baggersee is consistently excellent, meeting EU bathing water standards since 2011. It is primarily fed by groundwater, contributing to its remarkably clear water, which often allows for visibility exceeding ten meters, making it ideal for swimming and diving.
Yes, there are several amenities available. You'll find a kiosk and a restaurant with a lakeside terrace, offering a beautiful view of the lake and the waterski facility. The Friedberger Baggersee highlight specifically mentions a very nice cafe with a sun terrace.
The area around Friedberger Baggersee offers a variety of cycling routes. You can explore easy touring bicycle routes like the "View of Friedberg – Friedberger Lake loop from Friedberg" which is 7.3 km long. For more challenging rides, there are moderate road cycling and gravel biking options. Find more details on routes in the Cycling around Friedberger Baggersee guide.
The bathing season typically runs from May to September, with water temperatures ranging from 16°C to 24°C, making it ideal for swimming and water sports. However, the lake is also appealing in winter, with beautiful Christmas lights and mulled wine stands, as noted by visitors to Friedberger Baggersee.
Yes, Friedberger Baggersee is a favored spot for divers due to its exceptional water clarity and interesting underwater landscape. Divers can explore various attractions, including a 10-meter-long boat, a tunnel, and diverse underwater fauna like pike and eels.
Yes, the lake offers several scenic viewpoints. The Friedberger Lake highlight is noted for its beautiful views. The lakeside terraces of the cafes and restaurants also provide excellent spots to relax and observe the water activities.
Visitors particularly appreciate the excellent water quality for swimming and diving, the variety of water sports, and the family-friendly amenities. Many enjoy the relaxing atmosphere, the beautiful views, and the opportunity to watch waterskiers from the sun terraces. The romantic sunsets at the North Shore of Friedberger Baggersee are also a highlight.
Friedberger Baggersee is easily accessible, with numerous free parking spaces available for visitors arriving by car. It is located north of the B300 between Augsburg-Hochzoll and Friedberg.
While the water quality is generally excellent, swimming is at your own risk as there is no permanent lifeguard supervision, though the Wasserwacht provides voluntary oversight on weekends during peak summer. Occasionally, warnings regarding elevated concentrations of cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) may be issued during warm, sunny conditions, advising caution for children and sensitive individuals.


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