The Top 20 Lakes in Thuringia
Looking to visit the best lakes in Thuringia? 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 Thuringia’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 5, 2025
Dam walls can look like this too, back then chic was still in.
The path to the Dreiherrenstein is fantastic
The path to the Dreiherrenstein is fantastic
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The Stierbergsteich is a beautiful, quiet place in the middle of the forest. It is a must on a tour from Sophienhof! Stamp number 48 of the Harz hiking pin is located in the refuge.
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A beautiful reservoir 😊🦊
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Idyllic lake with nice rest stop.
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Beautiful and with about 6 km a feasible trail with children.
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Simply wonderful in winter 🦊❄️
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Very nice destination with a climbing park around the corner 🦊🍂😊
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The Göpel shaft system, unique in Europe, is the heart of the “Historic Lehesten Slate Mining” monument ensemble and the trademark of the slate park.
The Göpel shaft system was …
The Göpel shaft system was …
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In the "Land of Blue Gold," as the slate is called here because of its distinctive color, the tradition of Thuringian-Franconian slate mining can still be experienced today. This extraordinary …
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The 412 meter long and 75 meter high dam wall of the Hohenwarthe dam is simply impressive. It was built between 1936 and 1942. At that time, the 250 residents …
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