Rather See Badestelle

Germany Lake 0 - Not classified

Rather See is an artificial bathing lake located in the Cologne area. The lake covers approximately 26 hectares with a sandy-gravel substrate and a modified shoreline structure. Water transparency averages around 4 metres, with temperatures ranging from 10°C to 24°C. The lake is used for swimming, water sports, and fishing.

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Water

Artificial lake covering approximately 26 hectares. Maximum depth 17.8 metres. Water transparency averages 4 metres (range 3.8–5.3 metres). Water temperature ranges from 10°C to 24°C. pH value between 8 and 9.5. Conductivity between 39–47 µS/cm. Water exchange time exceeds 30 days. Water renewal occurs through groundwater flow. Water body is stratified with water level fluctuations of 3.14 metres.

Location

Rather See is located near Cologne, Germany. The bathing area has a beach or shore section of approximately 440 metres. The operator is AH GmbH, Kierberger Strasse 116a, 50321 Brühl.

Water Quality

Water quality assessment data are available for years 2018, 2019, 2021, and 2022. The lake has an oligo-mesotrophic nutrient level. No relevant pollution sources have been identified. The profile was established in 2023 and is subject to review if the classification deteriorates.

Risks

Risk of cyanobacteria blooms is low. No cyanobacteria blooms have been observed in the past four years. Risk of macroalgae and phytoplankton mass development is low. Bird presence exists but poses no relevant impact.