Best lakes around Boizenburg/Elbe offer diverse water-based recreation opportunities. The town is situated directly on the Elbe River, providing access to a significant natural water body and a notable natural adventure pool. The surrounding region features several lakes, including former quarry ponds and natural reserves. This area is part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve River Landscape Elbe, known for its natural landscapes and opportunities for outdoor activities.
Last updated: May 15, 2026
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Nice place for a short break by the canal
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Very nice renatured areas. An administrative official certainly received a commendation for the name “former excavator pits nature reserve east of Basedow”.
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The approximately 57 hectare nature reserve is registered under number 151 in the directory of nature reserves of the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Areas. It was expelled in 1991. In the east it borders on the "Stecknitz-Delvenau-Niederung" nature reserve. The district Duchy of Lauenburg is responsible for the lower nature conservation authority. The protected area is east of Basedow. It is bounded in the west by the Lübeck–Lüneburg railway line and in the north by the Elbe-Lübeck Canal.
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Very nice path through nature!
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Nice trail east of the canal
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Great for a little rest
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For direct water recreation, the Naturerlebnisbad Boizenburg/Elbe is a spacious, biologically treated natural pool perfect for families, offering diving, slides, and a toddler pond. The Elbe River itself provides various beach areas for swimming and sunbathing. In the surrounding region, Prüßsee and Barumer See are known for clean water and good swimming conditions, while the Big Moor Lake is a large bathing lake fed by underground sources.
Yes, the Naturerlebnisbad Boizenburg/Elbe is highly recommended for families, featuring playgrounds, slides, and dedicated areas for children. Among the regional lakes, Prüßsee offers a playground and sanitary facilities, and Barumer See is barrier-free with spacious outdoor facilities suitable for families.
The Elbe River is a significant natural feature, flowing through the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve River Landscape Elbe, home to diverse flora and fauna like beavers and otters. You can also visit the Former Gravel Pit East of Basedow Nature Reserve, which protects a rich ecosystem in a former soil extraction site. The Stecknitz-Delvenau Lowlands Nature Reserve is known for its wide meadows and new bodies of water created through gravel extraction.
The Elbe Cycle Path runs directly through Boizenburg harbor, offering extensive cycling tours into the Biosphere Reserve River Landscape Elbe. For more structured routes, you can find various cycling options, including road cycling and touring bicycle routes, around the area. Explore routes like the 'Lauenburg Rufer Statue – Lauenburg Old Town loop' or 'Elbe Ferry Bleckede–Neu Bleckede – Bleckede Elbe Ferry loop' for easy rides. You can find more details on these routes in the Cycling around Boizenburg/Elbe guide.
Yes, the Former Büchen Harbor Basin offers places where both two-legged and four-legged friends can cool off. The hiking trail along both sides of the former harbor bay provides beautiful views for walks with your dog.
The warmer months, typically from late spring to early autumn, are ideal for swimming and water sports at the Naturerlebnisbad, Elbe River, and regional lakes like Prüßsee and Barumer See. The Elbe Cycle Path and other outdoor activities are also best enjoyed during these seasons. However, the natural reserves and river landscapes offer scenic walks and birdwatching opportunities year-round.
The Lanzer Lake features a campsite directly on its shore, making it suitable for longer stays. Additionally, the Forellensee Campsite is situated in the south of the 'Lauenburg Lakes Nature Park', surrounded by a beautiful lake landscape and the Elbe-Lübeck Canal, offering a rich experience for hikers, cyclists, anglers, and water enthusiasts.
The region offers various hiking opportunities, particularly along the Elbe River and through its biosphere reserve. The Stecknitz-Delvenau Lowlands Nature Reserve provides wonderful, wide meadows for walks. For mountain biking, you can explore trails like the 'Boizenburg Harbor – Altendorfer Pond Boizenburg loop'. More detailed routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Boizenburg/Elbe guide.
Yes, the Naturerlebnisbad Boizenburg/Elbe is designed to be handicapped accessible, including its sanitary and changing rooms. Barumer See is also noted as being barrier-free with nearby parking, making it a good option for visitors requiring accessibility.
The Elbe River is the most prominent natural water body directly adjacent to Boizenburg/Elbe, offering picturesque views and an idyllic landscape. It's part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve River Landscape Elbe, providing opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, canoeing, rafting, and fishing. The renowned Elbe Cycle Path also runs along its banks, making it a hub for nature experiences and outdoor activities.
The Elbe River landscape, as part of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, is excellent for birdwatching and observing diverse wildlife. The Former Gravel Pit East of Basedow Nature Reserve is also a protected area known for its rich flora and fauna, providing quiet spots for nature observation.


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