The Sauerlandse - lakes
The big Five! Biggesee, Diemelsee, Hennesee, Möhnese and Sorpee - these are the recreational lakes in the Sauerland against a beautiful natural background, which in summer relaxation, sport and water fun Whether swimming, fishing, pedalos, leisure activities, surfing, sailing, passenger ships, nature adventure, hiking or cycling / hiking around the lake - the Sauerlandse lakes all have completely different profiles - but for everyone the right offer. But they have one thing in common: a excellent water quality Which is confirmed every year!
The Sorpeese has developed strongly in recent years and is sometimes elegant and of a higher level. The Möhnee is a classic - the most popular recreational lake in NRW, while the Biggesee is one of the top sailing areas. The Lake Henne is mainly visited by the locals from the region - and the "liest" among the Big Five - the Diemelsee impresses with its natural and relaxing flair.
Here you will find all information about swimming pools, leisure attractions and sights around the five lakes.
Möhnesee Do 22.10.2026 Temp.: 11,1 °C
min Temp.: 11,1 °C max Temp.: 11,1 °C Fr 23.10.2026 Temp.: 10,3 °C
min Temp.: 7,9 °C max Temp.: 12,6 °C Sa 24.10.2026 Temp.: 8,1 °C
min Temp.: 5,9 °C max Temp.: 10,4 °C
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Möhnee
The most popular recreational lake in NRW - here is a lot to do on weekends and during the summer holidays. Whether it's motorcyclists, cyclists, sailors, surfers, sun worshippers, water lovers, fishermen and nature lovers - everyone is browsing around the lake with its various tourist infrastructure. There is so much to see and experience here that a day of Möhnee is just fun.
Sorpeese
"All the way up in the Sauerland" - this motto applies to the So Europeans because it has the most modern tourist infrastructure of all the Sauerlands lakes. There is a lot of investment here and the lake offers a beautiful promenade, adventure path Amecke, afterwork party on Wednesdays and many leisure facilities. Fans say, "My St. Stropez is called Sorpeese."
Diemelsee
The smallest reservoir of Sauerland - embedded in the charming landscape of the Diemelsee Nature Park - offers a relaxing atmosphere with beach pools and many attractions.
Biggesee & Listersee
Two large reservoirs that intersect south of Sauerland. The Biggesee is a popular sailing area - yet there is everything that is expected of a recreational lake.
Hennesee - Region
The Hennesee in Meschede is mainly populated by day guests. The cities in the Sauerlandse Ruhrdal are also part of the Hennesee region; Bestwig, Olsberg and Arnsberg.
