Top 20 Lakes around Roding

The Eixendorfer Reservoir is a popular choice, offering cycling and relaxation by the shore. Another significant destination for water-based recreation is the Neubäuer See, located about 8.3 kilometers from Roding, which is known for swimming, boating, and fishing.

Yes, several lakes offer family-friendly activities. The Neubäuer See features a Seepark with a skater track, outdoor chess, beach volleyball courts, and a playground. The Art and Water Trail around the Hammersee is also designed for all ages, featuring unique mosaic artworks and an adventure trail focused on water.

You can find easy circular walks around several lakes. The Art and Water Trail offers two circular routes around the Hammersee, 4 and 6 km long. There is also an approximately 3 km long circular path around the Weichselbrunner Weiher Nature Reserve. The Hammersee itself has a circular route suitable for prams, walkers, and cyclists.

The Neubäuer See is a nature reserve known for its nutrient-poor waters, rare pond-bottom vegetation, and well-developed transitions from open water to marshy zones, including lichen and bog pine forests. These areas are home to numerous endangered plant species. The Weichselbrunner Weiher Nature Reserve also protects dry, lichen, and dwarf shrub-rich pine forests, which host many rare animal and plant species.

Yes, swimming is a popular activity. The Neubäuer See is excellent for swimming, with water temperatures typically reaching 20-23°C in summer. The Hammersee also has several public bathing spots, including a public lakeside resort with a sandy beach and kiosk in Bodenwöhr, and has been certified for excellent water quality.

Yes, you can find dining options. The Jakob Brewery Inn at Hammersee is a brewery restaurant with a beer garden directly on the Hammerseerundweg, offering food and drinks with a view of the lake. The Eixendorfer Reservoir also has cozy inns where you can enjoy refreshments.

While not a lake, the Regen River in Roding features a "Wassererlebnisplattform" (Water Experience Platform) along its promenade. This platform allows visitors to directly experience the river's water landscape, observe aquatic wildlife, feel different water temperatures and flow speeds, and view underwater plants and animals through an "Aquascope." Information boards provide educational insights into water-related topics.

Beyond walking around the lakes, the region offers various outdoor activities. You can cycle around the Eixendorfer Reservoir. For more extensive cycling, there are numerous MTB Trails around Roding and Gravel biking routes around Roding. Hikers can explore Mountain Hikes around Roding, which include trails like the Höllbachtal Trail.

Yes, the area around the Neubäuer See is well-equipped with accommodation, including the "See-Campingpark," hotels, guesthouses, and holiday apartments. The Hammersee also has three campsites located directly on its shore.

The summer months are ideal for visiting, especially if you plan to swim, as the Neubäuer See typically reaches pleasant temperatures of 20-23°C. Guided excursions focusing on the lake's history, plants, and wildlife are sometimes offered in spring and autumn, providing a different perspective on the natural beauty.

Yes, the Neubäuer See offers opportunities for boating, with boat rentals available, and is also a popular spot for sailing, with regular regattas held on the lake. The Hammersee can be navigated with boats without a motor.

Visitors appreciate the diverse leisure opportunities, from relaxing by the shore at the Eixendorfer Reservoir to exploring the unique mosaic artworks on the Art and Water Trail. The natural beauty and family-friendly amenities, such as those at Neubäuer See, are also highly valued, making the region a popular local recreation area.