Lakes around Kellersee are located in the Holstein Switzerland region of North Germany, characterized by a hilly moraine landscape. The Kellersee is a significant natural lake, spanning approximately 560 hectares with a maximum depth of 27 meters. It features an idyllic setting amidst forests and meadows, offering various water-based recreational opportunities. The lake is also culturally significant, with Gut Rothensande on its Malente shore, known as the original setting for the "Immenhof" films.
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The trip around the Kellersee is worthwhile in every season
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This lake also offers great opportunities for anglers. You can catch eels, perch, bream, pike, tench, zander, carp, roach, rudd, and burbot. For further important information and legal regulations regarding this fishing area, as well as for fishing permits, please contact: Schwarten Fishing Tenant Kellerstraße 52 23714 Bad Malente-Gremsmühlen Tel.: +49 4523 3563
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Kellersee borders Malente to the east. It has a total area of approximately 50.6 hectares and a maximum depth of approximately 27 meters. A 14.6 km hiking trail surrounds the lake, including several highlights along the way. These include, for example, the "WunderWeltWasser" nature trail for all ages and the Rothensande estate, the original setting for the Immenhof films. Kellersee can be explored by both excursion boats and sailboats. Canoe trips from Eutin-Fissau are also possible, and there is also a swimming area here. Other swimming areas can be found in Wöbbensredder or at Hamburger Strand in Sielbeck. The swimming areas in Sielbeck and Fissau are unguarded. Anglers also have plenty of opportunities here, as the lake has a good population of zander, pike, and sea bass. Numerous waterfowl can also be observed here. This lake also offers great opportunities for anglers. You can catch eels, perch, bream, pike, tench, zander, carp, and others 🐟
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Hiking route with stamp box There are stamp boxes on this hiking route where you can stamp your Holstein Switzerland hiking pass. As soon as you have collected at least 5 stamps, you will receive a reward at the Tourist Information (Plön, Eutin or Malente). You can also download maps of the hiking trails here, including the stamp stations marked on them. The choice is yours: Do you want a map with the coordinates of the stamp boxes or with a rough description of the location?
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On the trail of Holstein Switzerland & Immenhof Attention: diversion at the entrance to Malente / Eutiner Straße Classic circular route around Kellersee, often close to the shore with beautiful views over the lake, (approx. 1km on the cycle path alongside the road), a lake boat pier is located on the circular route. Tips: Terrace of the former hotel "Holstein Switzerland", lake sculpture Fissau, Boldt Gallery; fishing; former film set "Immenhof" - now Hotel Gut Immenhof; "WunderweltWasser" a nature experience area around water Hiking route with stamp box There are stamp boxes on this hiking route where you can stamp your Holstein Switzerland hiking pass. As soon as you have collected at least 5 stamps, you will receive a reward in the tourist information office (Plön, Eutin or Malente
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Even more sport on and in the water Real water lovers never get enough of the cool water. In Malente, in the middle of the Holstein Switzerland holiday region, you can experience water sports in all their variety. If you like cycling, you could, for example, set off on a pedal boat across the Dieksee. In the calm waters of the lake district, even beginners can try diving and learn easily. The Schwentine, with its romantically overgrown banks and pretty villas, is ideal for trying stand-up paddling in a beautiful setting with its shallow waters. These and many other refreshing activities are - just like the water in Malente - often just a few minutes away.
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Real water lovers never get enough of the cool water. In Malente, in the middle of the Holstein Switzerland holiday region, you can experience water sports in all their variety. If you like cycling, you could, for example, set off on the Dieksee in a pedal boat. In the calm waters of the lake district, even beginners can try diving and learn easily. The Schwentine, with its romantically overgrown banks and pretty villas, is ideal for trying stand-up paddling in a beautiful setting with its shallow waters. These and many other refreshing activities are - just like the water in Malente - often just a few minutes away.
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A hike around the Kellersee leads from Gut Rothensande to Fissau on the Luisenweg through the Prinzenholz. (Source: https://www.heimatverein-malente.de/mitwirkung/)
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Kellersee offers a variety of activities including water sports like canoeing, sailing, and stand-up paddling. You can also enjoy swimming at several bathing areas, hiking or cycling along the circular path, and fishing for zander, pike, and sea bass. For specific water sports opportunities, check out Kellersee Pier.
Yes, Kellersee is very family-friendly. There are bathing areas suitable for children, playgrounds, and the educational "WunderWeltWasser" nature trail. The circular path around the lake is also suitable for family walks or bike rides. The Lakeside view at Sielbeck highlight mentions these family-friendly features.
A nearly 16-kilometer-long circular path surrounds Kellersee, offering scenic routes through mixed forests directly along the shore. A 14.6 km hiking trail is specifically mentioned around the area of Kellersee — Lakeside view at Sielbeck. For a shaded walk, consider the Luisenweg in the Prinzenholz along the south shore.
Kellersee is an excellent spot for anglers, managed by the Schwarten Fishery. The lake has a good population of zander, pike, and sea bass, among other species like eels, perch, and carp. Boat fishing is recommended due to dense reed growth along the shores. You can find more details about fishing at Kellersee — Lakeside view at Sielbeck.
Yes, there are several bathing areas around Kellersee. These include a family-friendly spot near Malente, another at the camping site in Eutin-Fissau, and the "Hamburger Strand" in Sielbeck. These locations offer sandy beaches and sunbathing lawns for relaxation.
On the Malente shore of Kellersee, you can find Gut Rothensande, famously known as the original setting for the popular "Immenhof" films from the 1950s. This site is mentioned in relation to the Lakeside view at Sielbeck.
Visitors particularly appreciate the idyllic setting amidst forests and meadows, the variety of water sports, and the extensive hiking and cycling paths. The stunning views, especially from spots like Kellersee Pier, and the opportunities for relaxation at the bathing areas are also highly valued.
Yes, the region around Kellersee offers various routes for outdoor activities. You can find numerous mountain biking trails in the area, including routes like the 'Great Eutin Lake – Eutin Castle loop'. For runners, there are trails such as the 'Fissau Bay, Lake Keller – Schwentine bridge near Fissau loop'. Explore more options in the MTB Trails around Kellersee and Running Trails around Kellersee guides.
Yes, the Prinzenholz Campsite at Lake Kellersee offers a great location right on the lake with wonderful views over the Fissauer bay, and includes a swimming area and toilet facilities.
The best way to explore the nature around Kellersee is by walking or cycling the circular path that follows the largely untouched nature along the lakeshore. The "WunderWeltWasser" nature trail also provides educational insights into aquatic environments, especially for children.
Kellersee is a significant natural lake spanning approximately 560 hectares (5.6 square kilometers). It reaches a maximum depth of 27 meters, with an average depth of 11.7 meters, making it the second-largest lake in the Holstein Lake District.
Kellersee is located in the Holstein Switzerland region of North Germany, specifically east of the village of Malente. It is nestled between the municipalities of Eutin and Malente, within a picturesque, hilly moraine landscape.


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