Drachensee
Water
Parking available
A large recreational lake near Furth im Wald, offering diverse water sports, extensive walking and cycling trails, and nature observation. It features a unique four-zone concept, including leisure and ecological areas, suitable for families, sports enthusiasts, and nature lovers.

πŸ“œ Recreational lake near Furth im Wald, created in 2009 as a flood retention basin.
πŸ” Features a unique four-zone concept for leisure, nature, and ecology.

Why Go

🌊 Enjoy diverse water sports like swimming, paddling, sailing, stand-up paddling, and windsurfing.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Explore a 5 km circular walking trail and 10.5 km cycling path.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Family-friendly beach area with grassy spots, kiosk, and toilets.
🎢 Attend cultural events at the lakeside stage.
🎣 Good for fishing, with permits available from local fishing club.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Limited equipment rental options for water sports.
🚫 Some areas are restricted to protect wildlife and ecological zones.
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Can get crowded during peak times.

Cost

πŸ’° Entry and parking are free; equipment rental not available.

Facilities

🚿 Toilets available at the beach area.
🍽️ Kiosk for snacks and refreshments.

Getting There

πŸš— Free parking available nearby.
🚌 Accessible via public transport from Furth im Wald.

Managed By

🀝 Tourist-Information Furth im Wald.