Basaltsee

Great location for a picnic in a quiet area with a fantastic view of the lake.

Through the mining of basalt until the 1980s, two funnels were created, at the bottom of which two small lakes formed. One can go down well, the other is not accessible, as it has dangerous steep walls all around, it is also fenced. But you can look at some places in the 100-meter deep hole. This is the one in which you can go down and on whose surface there are beautiful reflections.

Deep green basalt lake, the degradation was discontinued many years ago.

This is the smaller and more accessible lake that arose after the abandonment of the basalt quarries near Forst in the 1980s. Today a nature reserve, so you should rather avoid a bath here. Definitely worth seeing.

Very nice little lake.

A lake that you do not expect. Lies quiet and dreamy between forest and rocks. Worth seeing.

Worth seeing basalt lake in a nature reserve.

Small idyllic lake below the former quarry.

large basalt lake near Forst in the Palatinate

Beautiful lake, crystal clear water and very lonely.

Beautiful, hidden place in a nature reserve. Perfect to unwind! Definitely a must during a hiking / biking trip in this area.

Swimming is not so good anymore, there are many water sprays and the water level has dropped a meter in the last two dry summers.
(In addition, swimming is prohibited here)It's still good to cool your feet, and for geologists the place is also very interesting. The quarry was operated on two balsa vents, which had pushed through the Buntsandsteinschichten through.

Secluded lake, ideal for a break. We even saw a small snake in the shallow water.

Lonely basalt lake, the detour is worth it. Saw a kingfisher today

Small hidden lake on the wayside that is not signposted

A great destination. An old quarry and a small lake provide a great backdrop.

The silent eye of the lake is food for the soul. Reminiscent of the lakes in the high Vosges.

Just wonderful! Must see ...

Impressive depth and clear water in the volcano

At first gently rising, later relatively steeply rising to the basalt lake. This pays the effort further it goes to the corner head and then through pitoresque forests with partly sandy paths downhill towards Wachenheim. Mostly in the shade, what made it look enjoyable.

Basalt lake is named because of its color.

Quiet to relax. Steep rock walls.

Nice calm lake to relax

A great little lake. A really beautiful landscape that you should have seen.