The Top 20 Lakes in Berlin
Looking to visit the best lakes in Berlin? 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 Berlin’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 12, 2025
The Wannsee is located in the district Steglitz-Zehlendorf of Berlin, which lies in the extreme southwest of the city. All around you will find many paths and trails that can be incorporated perfectly into a Berlin Gravel Tour.
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Berlin's largest lake is a wonderful day trip destination in the east of the city. In addition to the large sandy beach in the north, you will find many other …
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A very idyllic place - the best way to slow down and enjoy!
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Not far from a water buffalo enclosure in a natural valley, there are high-rise buildings within a stone's throw, all of which were built with a view of the water …
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The Peacock Island is always worth a visit.
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Here you can either unwind and look at the water or enjoy the view while cycling. For children there is a nice playground in the direction of Rummelsburg.
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Separate cycling and hiking trails. If everyone sticks to it, you don't get in each other's enclosures and everyone has fun.
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Extremely crowded in summer, but outside the bathing season it is pure idyll and a paradise for hiking, running and mountain biking.
You can set off from here to the Teufelsberg or the Drachenberg or towards the Havelchaussee.
You can set off from here to the Teufelsberg or the Drachenberg or towards the Havelchaussee.
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If you want something more contemplative, you can stay here by the water. But not with the road bike, rubber is not so good.
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It is wonderfully relaxing to cycle along the lake shore - especially in the morning or in the evening when there is not so much pedestrian traffic. Otherwise it is important to be careful and considerate
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