Seepark Kirchheim

Germany Lake 1 - Excellent

Seepark Kirchheim is a dam on the Ibra river in the municipality of Kirchheim-Reimboldshausen, constructed for flood protection and recreation. The reservoir features holiday homes, water skiing facilities, beach volleyball courts, and other sports amenities. A designated bathing area with artificial sand is located on the southern shore.

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Water

Dam (Talsperre) on the Ibra river. Surface area: 8.40 hectares. Maximum depth: 8.00 metres. Average depth: 3.10 metres. Elevation: 276 metres above sea level.

Location

Kirchheim-Reimboldshausen, Hessen, Germany. Bathing area located on the southern shore of the reservoir. Parking and facilities available at the park.

Facilities

Artificial sand bathing area on southern shore. Holiday homes, water skiing facilities, beach volleyball courts, and sports facilities available. Toilets and shower facilities are not available at the bathing area. Fishing and water sports permitted.

Season

1 July 2026 to 31 August 2026. Water tested before season start and at least monthly during season. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 25°C across monitoring periods.

Water Quality

Excellent water quality classification (2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021). Water has high nutrient content. Regular monitoring shows enterococci and Escherichia coli levels generally within acceptable ranges. Weak turbidity observed in samples. No hygiene concerns from nearby wastewater or agricultural sources.

Risks

Medium-high probability of cyanobacteria (blue-algae) mass occurrence during summer months due to high nutrient content and abundant phytoplankton. Cyanobacteria can cause allergic reactions and skin irritation. Reduced water visibility possible due to plant plankton. Health authority provides behavioural guidance when cyanobacteria blooms occur.