Duemmer See Lembruch Seestrasse

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Dümmer See is the second-largest inland lake in Lower Saxony with a water surface area of approximately 12 square kilometers. It formed during the Weichsel ice age in a glacial depression at the edge of an end moraine (Dammer Mountains) and lies embedded within the Dümmer Nature Park between the Dammer Mountains and Stemweder Mountain. With an average depth of only 1.10 meters and a maximum depth of about 1.40 meters, it is popular as a recreation area and attracts water sports enthusiasts, particularly windsurfers, while remaining family-friendly. The bathing areas are located on the eastern shore in the towns of Lembruch and Hüde.

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Water

Inland lake (Binnensee) with approximately 12 square kilometers of water surface and 16 square kilometers of enclosed area. Average depth is 1.10 meters with a maximum depth of approximately 1.40 meters.

Location

Located at Seestraße, Lembruch, at coordinates 52.5221° North, 8.3597° East. The bathing areas are situated on the eastern shore in the towns of Lembruch and Hüde. Numerous tourist facilities are available in the surrounding area including playgrounds, boat rentals, sailing and surfing schools, and the Dümmer Museum.

Facilities

Playgrounds, boat rentals, sailing schools, surfing schools, Dümmer Museum, varied gastronomy and beach bars during summer months.

Water Quality

EU classification: Good quality (percentile assessment according to Directive 2006/7/EG). Water quality is calculated according to EU directive and Lower Saxony Bathing Water Regulation 2008 based on indicator parameters (E. coli and intestinal enterococci) from the last 4 years. Regular sampling is conducted by Diepholz district throughout the entire bathing season. Extensive management measures are implemented to improve the hygienic water quality.

Risks

Blue algae blooms have occurred in recent years, resulting in temporary bathing bans. Future occurrences cannot be excluded. Warnings should be observed on-site.