The Top 7 Lakes in the Murgtal
Looking to visit the best lakes in the Murgtal? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Murgtal’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: December 13, 2025
Schwarzenbach Dam
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The largest dam in the northern Black Forest. It's a wonderful place to walk around on hiking trails. The Westweg trail also runs alongside the dam.
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Schwarzenbach Dam and Reservoir
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Impressive dam, it is also possible to walk around the lake. The Westweg long-distance hiking trail leads right past it. It is the largest reservoir in the northern and central Black Forest.
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Schwarzenbach Dam
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The Schwarzenbachtalsperre is around two kilometers in length and is the largest reservoir in the northern and central Black Forest. It is located at an altitude of 668 meters. Bathing …
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View of the Schwarzenbach Reservoir from Jägerloch Hut
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The Jägerlochhütte is privately owned. The view of the dam is beautiful.
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Träufelbachsee
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Beautiful lake on the outskirts of Gernsbach
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Pond in Kurpark Gernsbach
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Just stop and relax, directly below the Igelbachbad in the Kurpark Gernsbach.
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Schwarztalsperre
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in the rear part of the dam it is even more beautiful than in the area of the dam.
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