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The Top 20 Lakes around the Ems

Looking to visit the best lakes around the Ems? 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 Ems’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: October 22, 2025

Emssee Warendorf

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It looks great when you cross the bridge and the Ems flows on one side, while the Emssee stretches out on the other side.

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Geeste Reservoir (West Side)

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Here is a tourist restaurant with a view of the Geestesee. You can charge e-bikes with your own charger here on request.

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MarinaPark Emstal

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It's fun to ride here and enjoy the beautiful view of the water and the boats. You can also take a break in the harbor café. If you want to …

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Former State Garden Show Park Rheda-Wiedenbrück

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The area of the former garden show is worth seeing. The park is great.

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North Shore of Emssee (Warendorf)

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Wonderful bike paths. Very good to drive.

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Emssee and Flora Westfalica Park

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The Emssee, the Emscafé, the park, and the Ems River are truly idyllic in every season. With plenty of charm, variety, and paths, as well as numerous sights and natural attractions, it's a true beauty for nature and wildlife.

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Emssee Nature Reserve Observation Tower

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A great resting place on the route - which one also follows here. The bikes can be connected here and you can calmly take a look at the Emssee from …

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Saerbeck bathing lake

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Idyllically located and very close to the village. The swimming lake invites you to take a refreshing swim on hot days. Its sandy beach is even suitable for building castles …

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View of Emssee and Emsseepark

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The Emssee and the Emsseepark in Warendorf are very beautiful and idyllic. They offer young and old a variety of opportunities to see, play, enjoy, etc. And in the immediate …

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Viewing Platform at Kottruper Seen

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Great rest and training place. Lots of information on boards and a large observation tower await you.

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The Top 20 Lakes around the Ems

Emssee Warendorf

Geeste Reservoir (West Side)

MarinaPark Emstal

Former State Garden Show Park Rheda-Wiedenbrück

North Shore of Emssee (Warendorf)

Emssee and Flora Westfalica Park

Emssee Nature Reserve Observation Tower

Saerbeck bathing lake

View of Emssee and Emsseepark

Viewing Platform at Kottruper Seen

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