Lake Eder
Germany's most famous and popular reservoir with holidaymakers and day guests.
The excellent water quality attracts countless water sports enthusiasts every year. The Edersee is a Paradise for anglers, divers, sailors and surfers.
Several water sports schools and rental stations can be found along the lake. There are numerous recreational facilities and swimming opportunities. The shores of the lake are freely accessible everywhere.
Waldeck attracts with a 1km long Sea promenade which by means of Cable car is connected with the castle and city. Flare mile is located in Hemfurth in the area of the dam. Places to bathe are Rehbach on the southern shore and the peninsula Scheid.
Information and addresses of leisure facilities, sailing and surfing schools as well as beaches and boat rentals can be found HERE
Edersee - History
The Edertalsperre is a giant from the imperial period and was built between 1908 and 1914. The reservoir serves to regulate the water level of Weser and Mittellandkanal as well as electricity generation and flood protection. The importance of the construction was illustrated by the visit of Kaiser Wilhelm II during the construction work in 1911. World War II then prevented the planned personal inauguration by the emperor. The Edersee is in relation to area and traffic jam the largest reservoir in Germany (Stau volume space 3; surface space space 2; greater congestion capacity leadhole dam; largest area forgenstausee). Technical data: Dam: Height 47m; sole length 270m; sole width 36m; crown length 400m; crown width 6m; Lake Eder: Length 28,5km; width 175m to 1km; surface 12qkm; congestion volume max. 203 million m3 The Edersee is internationally known for its legendary Dam blasting in World War II and the British war film "The dam busters" (The destruction of the dams) from 1955 about the destruction of Eder- and Möhnetalsperm. The effects were devastating when the British blew up the barrier wall with special aircraft bombs on 17 May 1943 and the lower Eder- and Fuldatal was flooded by the water masses with massive destructive power. The tidal wave had an effect in the Weser valley to the Minden, more than 250km away.Show more
Edersee-Atlantis - the old Edertal
The mysterious side of Lake Eder appears mostly in late summer and autumn, when the water level falls and the original riverbed of the Eder is exposed. Then cemetery graves, wall remains and bridges are visible, which a time before the Edertalsperre A different form of Atlantis descent experienced the lower Edertal World War II at the Explosion of the barrier wall by the British on 17 May 1943 The lower Eder and Fulda Valleys were flooded with massive destructive power by the water masses – and the tidal wave also had an impact in the Weser valley to the Minden, which was more than 250km away. The Ederstausee was built 1908-1914 for the water level regulation of the Weser and the Mittelland Canal, for the flood protection of the lower Eder, the lower Fulda and the Weser as well as for the energy production by hydropower. No one had ever thought about a tourist use during the construction. Asel, Bringhausen and Berich had to leave the reservoir. Asel and Bringhausen settled above Lake Eder, only Berich left the lake and settled near Volkmarsen in "Neu-Berich". Many have removed parts of their timbered houses and reused them in the construction of new houses, including parts of the churches of Bringhausen and Berich. The sunken remains, foundations and memory are still to be seen. Low-advertising was affected by the construction of reservoirs. Reconstruction of the old church tower in the Edersee basin to the demolished church of Nieder-Werbe.The best preserved structure is the Eder Bridge near AselFrom Alt-Bringhausen and Alt-Berich the cemeteries have remained. They were covered with concrete ceilings before flooding and are now accessible at appropriate water level. Then there are also official guided tours to the sunken villages and you can immerse yourself in a past world on the bottom of Lake Edersee.
Information and booking of guided tours
Edersee Touristic
Tel. +49 5623 9998
Homepage Edersee-Atlantis
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City of Waldeck
The main town on Lake Edersee is the small half-timbered town Waldeck with its famous castle. The state-recognized air spa is located high above the lake and is rather a tranquil place - but with 18-hole golf course. The main attraction of Waldeck is the castle of the same name.
In the center there are all important utilities of daily needs, but no special features or a stroll mile. Those are located at the bottom of the lake - in Waldeck-West, as the district on the lake is officially called.
Waldeck City and the lake promenade are connected by the Waldecker Bergbahn - a small cable car with 120m altitude difference.
City of Waldeck City and Tourist Office
Sachsenhäuser Straße 10a
34513 Waldeck
Tel. +49 5623 - 973782
www.waldeck.de
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Sheid Peninsula
The Scheid peninsula belongs to the town of Waldeck. It is located on the northern shore of Lake Edersee and can only be reached by car via a 4km long road from Niederwerbe. Passenger and bicycle ferry In the warm half of the year Scheid connects with Rehbach on the south bank.
Scheid is characterized by campsites and detached cottages with large gardens. The "Yachthof", the largest apartment complex on Lake Edersee, is also located in Scheid. There are various gastronomy, bathing area with sunbathing lawn and kiosk, playground, boat dock and marina. Scheid's immediate surroundings are densely wooded (nature reserve "Kahle Haardt") and crossed by numerous hiking trails. Season highlight is the Island Festival Scheid ==References==
A special feature is the "Church in the Green". It was built in 1971 as a tent for holidaymakers. Later, a simple wooden building was created next to the tent due to increased demand, which is to be replaced by a modern new building in 2020. From Easter to the end of August, the "Church in the Green" offers a colourful cultural program consisting of services, concerts and children's animation, which is very popular with all holidaymakers. Program click HERE
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Hemfurth am Edersee
Hemfurth is the capital of the Municipality of Edertal. The place is located before and at the dam and is a Visitor magnet on Lake Edersee. The lower part of Hemfurth is the historic village, while the upper part of the dam was built only with its construction. This district on the dam is closed for passenger car traffic. There is a large parking lot.
Hemfurth does not have a bathing spot but all kinds of attractions - primarily the Dam with promenade on both sides. Other attractions are the Seagoing with entry points on both sides of the dam, the Wildlife park, TreeTopwalk, Climbing forest, Aquapark, the motorcycle meeting "Ignition substance" and Motorway to Peterskopf. From Affoldern to Hemfurth also the Edersee Draisine along Lake Affolden.
All Recreational facilities at Lake Edersee click HERE
Rehbach am Edersee
Rehbach belongs to the municipality of Edertal and is located on the southern shore of Lake Edersee. By car you can reach the village only via the L3086 from Edersee-Hemfurth, i.e. you have to drive in front of the dam in Hemfurth over the Ederbrücke and then always straight ahead towards Bringhausen.
The settlement of Rehbach consists of a campsite, numerous holiday homes and the largest marina on Lake Edersee. Rock cliffswhich become visible with sinking water level. Beach is the most popular on Lake Eder with DLRG, playground and beach volleyball, which is why it is quite crowded here on warm days.
There are various restaurants, fish smoke shop and a small shop. The Treetopwalk and the Wildpark are in the immediate vicinity. the most beautiful circular trail of Lake Edersee (click HERE) 8km long along the south bank to the dam and over the height along the game park back.
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Bringhausen am Edersee
Bringhausen belongs to the municipality of Edertal and is located on the southern shore of Lake Edersee. By car you can reach the village only via the L3086 from Edersee-Hemfurth, i.e. you have to drive in front of the dam in Hemfurth over the Ederbrücke and then always straight ahead to Bringhausen, where the road ends at the national park. The place is completely surrounded by the national park.
The old village of Bringhausen disappeared into the floods of Lake Eder and was rebuilt on the hillside. Because of the panoramic hillside in the bay of Bringhäuser, the largest holiday home settlement on Lake Eder was created there with a dream view over the lake and the peninsula Scheid.
On the lake there is boat rental, surf school, campsites, boat dock, an elongated bathing spot, mini golf and gastronomy. In low water the foundations of Alt-Bringhausen and the remains of the old bridge to Scheid reappear.
In front of Bringhausen there is the "Liebesinsel" in Lake Eder - formerly Burgberg the ruin Burg-Bring.
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Vöhl am Edersee
The municipality of Vöhl extends with numerous villages in the rear part of the Edersee and further through the Upper Edertal until shortly before Frankenberg.
Vöhl represents the natural part on Lake Edersee. Most of the national park are located in the municipal area. Directly at the lake or end of the lake lies only the district Herzhausen with separate leisure lake, national park center and railway station.
The very beautiful Main town Vöhl is situated on a hill above the lake to which an idyllic valley leads down and ends at the ferry or Atlantis bridge Asel. In the village there are all shops of daily needs. Various leisure facilities and sights are located in Vöhl; the Maize labyrinthThe Recreational lake Camping Teichmann"The Hand bathThe National Park Centre and the worth seeing old synagogue. A quarter in Vöhl and its districts is preferred by nature lovers and hikers.
Municipality of Vöhl Schlossstr. 1 34516 Vöhl Tel.: +49 5635-99310 Email: info(at)voehl.de www.voehl.de
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Seepromenade Waldeck
On the lakeside below the castle is the Seepromenade Waldeck . It is the Flare mile at the Ederdee, about 1km long with numerous gastronomy, boat rental, playground and (unofficial) sunbathing meadows. Waldecker Bergbahn The town of Waldeck and the castle are located high above the lake.
The Beach House No. 12 (the best restaurant address on the promenade) is a public beach with lawn and bathing island. Admission is free.
Beaches & bathing spots on Lake Edersee
69 km of shoreline of the Edersee are almost freely accessible, however many sections are not suitable for swimming due to strong precipitation or require some "climbing skills". For families and children such areas are not recommended. Nevertheless, there are many small and "secret" bathing places everywhere. However, you have to know them... The probably most popular official bathing place on the Edersee is the Beach of Rehbach On the south shore with beach volleyball field and small playground. Because of its very flat sloping beach it is the best bathing spot for little children on Lake Eder. At the weekend it is quite crowded however. There are various gastronomy and a small shop. Strandbad Waldeck is located at the Beach House No. 12 (the best restaurant on the promenade) with lawn and bathing island. The entrance is free. On the south bank there are also good Swimming opportunities in Bringhausen all along the Seestraße. The bathing places are popular at the restaurant on the Linge in front of the Liebesinsel - or at Nikki SunSeaBar. Rehbach and Bringhausen can be reached via Hemfurth and the K35. Also on the south bank is the Bathing place in Asel-South The shore falls quite shallow into the lake - however, you sit here at low water fast on the dry and the old Aseler bridge (Edersee-Atlantis) becomes visible. There is a kiosk and on the campsite gastronomy with small shop. Asel-Süd can only be reached from the rear end of the lake in Herzhausen via the K59. The most beautiful swimming opportunity on the north shore is the Sunbathing area on the Scheid peninsulaThe lake is also quite narrow here, so that the passing passenger boating already waves. At the sunbathing area there is a kiosk / snack bar and playground. Gastronomy is located in 500-800m. Scheid can only be reached via the K22 from Nieder-Werbe. The manageable waterfront is very easy to reach. Bathing place in the bay of Nieder-Werbe with kiosk is located at K22 after Scheid. At low water one sits here however on the dry.Caution: The Edersee is not safe like all inland waters. Be careful about your children and do not overestimate your own abilities. Bathing is prohibited in the immediate vicinity of the dam and directly at the moorings of the passenger boating Edersee. You will find information about all outdoor pools, indoor pools and beach baths in the Ederseeregion. HERE
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Gastronomy & restaurant tips in Waldecker-Land
We would also like to round off a beautiful day of excursions with culinary delights. Here we therefore call you our personal favourite places in the Edersee region and in the Waldecker country. For more info KLICK on the names! Beach house No12 - probably the best restaurant/café directly on Lake Eder is located on the lake promenade in Waldeck-West. In this traditional house you sit relaxed on the terrace by the lake (on cool days in the house with large panoramic windows) and enjoy food of any kind, the view of the lake and the quiet bustle at the in-house beach bath. Fischhaus in Niederwerbe (on the side of Lake Eder near the summer toboggan run) is the gastronomy of the fish farm Rameil. Built in a log house with beautiful terrasse on pontoons in an ex-fish breeding pool, you can enjoy here noble fish directly from the grill or fresh from the smoke with fried potatoes in herb shmand. Fresher fish can hardly be obtained - unless you fish him yourself. Attention: In the case of prolonged heat, odours may occur due to strong algae formation in the pre-basin. MUN on the Sheid peninsula is a modern restaurant with beautiful terrace and lake view. The dishes from burgers to fish dishes are delicious and creatively prepared. Nice team... Fish stall in Rebach Although it is not a restaurant, but simply a wooden stall of the fish herb farm Edersee, but the freshly prepared fish rolls are great. We stop there on every bike tour and enjoy our fish bun right by the lake. Beach oasis in Rehbach Since 2020, it has been a new operator with Syrian roots. Since then, you can eat excellent outdoor food here in summer, although the ambience seems inconspicuous and simple. In high season, however, it is often not possible without reservation or long waiting times on a table and then an overload of service is possible. The wide range of grilled dishes and vegetarian dishes with oriental flavours of falafel, fish, lamb with sweet potato fries and crisp salads with interesting dressings make the special of the kitchen. Pancake house in the Alte Bahnhof Netze is the name program. Delicious pancakes of all kinds sweet and hearty. Located on the Ederseebahn cycle path in Waldeck nets, the pancake house is very frequented by cyclists on weekends. Children's playground available. Restaurant Athens in Waldeck Greek specialities are available in the middle of Waldeck's small old town with a courtyard terrace. Tasty grilled meat and dishes are all deliciously prepared. Very popular restaurant with top reviews on Tripadvisor and Google. Restaurant Carthago in Bad Wildungens Brunnenallee is a top locality for Lebanese-oriental food culture. Many consider it the best restaurant in the place. The dishes are Mediterranean-oriental creations and served with design. An absolutely recommended address. Café Knusperhäuschen - Traditional operation in Bad-Wildungen-Reitzenhagen with cult status and known from numerous TV reports because of their unique giant wind bags. Uriges house with beautiful summer garden. Inside the café is quite kitschy and time seems to stand there for decades - but that belongs to it. Wirtin Anne serves here since 1970 - and still today with a lot of heart blood. Chocolaterie & Patisserie Christian Bach in the Brunnenallee in Bad Wildungen is one of the leading pastry shops in Germany. In the café sloping opposite the Fürstenhof there are all kinds of sweet seductions of the top class, but also very good breakfast. Ice manufacture "Lecko mio" - The Edersee has waited for such an extravagant ice rink. Directly on the gastro mile in Hemfurth at the dam since 2019 there is ice of a special kind - and daily different: hemp ice cream; strawberry pepper; Becks & Lemon; raspberry rosemary; whiskey; granny waffle dough; cucumber; Monday beer; poppy marzipan; nutella bread; rhabar bar vanilla; pineapple limette thyme... These are just some names of ice creams that you simply have to try. Everything is self-made. Worshtkopp - if snack then here! Worschtkopp is a shop for regional products in Bad Wildungen-Reinhardshausen with integrated snack. Accordingly, the offer is designed; seasonal and regional food and drinks. From the "classic" currywurst with homemade sauces to some other burgers or dishes with goat cheese, Worshtkopp offers both culinary and an everyday snack. Country house Appelbaum In the village of Vöhl is a "urig modern" country house with a creative touch. In the countryside you have to think up something and be good to keep the village at the pole. Here everything is right... Often times the house is not available on weekends wg. closed society. Therefore, if necessary check the homepage before. Walkemühle estate is located on the upper Eder at the gates of Frankenberg and is one of the most popular excursion restaurants in the region with an experience factor - motif of numerous TV reports. Here even the old mill wheel turns. The bourgeois cuisine is appealing... On summer weekends the large beer garden is destination of many Frankenberger and excursionists. There is a children's playground. Taperia La Sartén in Bad Arolsen-Wetterburg on Lake Twiste. Spanish restaurant with very good Mediterranean cuisine. The nice owner and chef lives his Spanish mentality. Interior ambience with several levels and exposed timber - outside a large covered terrace + bar - partly with lake view. With lots of operation, the service is unfortunately sometimes a bit overwhelmed. Schäfer's Restaurant - Lounge - Bar in the Schloßstraße is probably the first address in Bad Arolsen when it comes to indulgent cuisine. The kitchen is modern and upscale with Mediterranean and Asian influences. Creativity, selected products, attention to detail and seasonal influences characterize the offer, which is why the menu changes every six weeks. In the lounge there are casual snacks, salads, finger food and pasta dishes. Nice terrace in summerShow more
Fishing paradise Edersee
Lake Edersee and the waters in Waldecker Land are a very popular area of anglers. Detailed information for anglers can be found HERE
Ferries over the Edersee
Two passenger ferries with bicycle transport lead over the Edersee, which offer in particular hikers and cyclists the possibility to shorten a sea tour.
Ferry Rehbach - Scheid
( MeineCardPlus -partners) The most used ferry on Lake Edersee. The Rehbach-Scheid ferry connects the strong tourist centres on the southern shore, the Scheid peninsula and the northern shore. Waiting times are possible during the summer holidays. Approximate operating times: From Easter/April until the end of the Hessian autumn holidays Main season 01 May – 3 October Monday – Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (July-August Mon-Fri from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.), Saturday and Sunday, celebration and bridge days from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Low season April and October on weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Hessian Easter and Autumn holidays daily. Contact:Tel. +49 1520-9721564
Emeil: info(at)edersee-faehre.de
www.edersee-faehre.de
Ferry from Asel to Asel-South
Approximate operating times: Easter until the beginning of October daily from 10 am to 6 pm - provided appropriate water level. In low-water cases the old Asel bridge (Edersee-Atlantis) partly replaces the ferry connection. Tel. Administration: +49 5635 608Tel.: +49 5635 993652
Mobile: +49 170 5900722
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National Park - Naturpark Kellerwald & Wandern
The Natural Park Kellerwald-Edersee encloses the homonymous national park with UNESCOWorld Heritage Site.
Untouched nature can be experienced during a hike on the Urwaldsteig or Kellerwaldsteig around the lake and through the Buchenwald National Park.
The picturesque and varied natural landscape can also be enjoyed on a Cycling tour The local cycling routes are among the most beautiful in Hesse and numerous long-distance cycle paths cross the Edersee region.
More info about National Park & Hiking HERE
Cycling at Lake Eder & in Waldecker Land
In the Waldecker-Land you can ride a great bike. There are great tours on old railway lines, around the Edersee or along the Edertal, but also mountain bikers are served.
More info about Cycling click HERE
>40 Families & leisure attractions in the Edersee region
Because of the variety of opportunities for enterprise, we distinguish cultural and natural sights from a Family excursion to leisure facilities.
Ederseergion and Waldecker-Land offer numerous leisure attractions, among others. Summer toboggan run, maize labyrinth, Edersee-shipping, visitor mine, Adventure Golf, museum railway, Boat rental & surf schools, Draisinenbahn, Cable cars, animal parks, Treetop path...etc., which we list and describe on a separate page.
Info of all leisure attractions click HERE!
The Edersee region - Bad Wildungen & Fritzlar
The Edersee adventure region the Lower Edertal to the medieval cathedral and imperial city Fritzlar and the State Bath Bad Wildungen with Europe's largest spa park and its sophisticated magnificent buildings.
The many picturesque villages and municipalities in Natural Park Kellerwald belong to the Edersee region – and it is the increased diversity that makes the Edersee so popular among the most diverse visitor groups alike.
Culture & sights
During the Weimar Republic, Waldeck was once the smallest Free State of Germany. The Counts and princes of Waldeck the region has been culturally shaped since the 12th century and is the symbol of their dynasty Waldeck Castle high enthroned above the Edertal and today's lake. Also Schloss Friedenstein in Bad Wildungen and the impressive Residence castle Arolsen and the like of it, Baroque City Bad Arolsen are part of the cultural heritage of the Waldeck noble family. Fritzlar carries much older cultural traces than important cathedral and imperial city in the 10th-12th century. More info about CULTURE & SEE ASSESSMENTSWebcams: Edersee
All webcams of Edersee & Waldecker Land click HERE
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