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Mandichosee

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Landkreis Aichach-Friedberg

Merching

Mandichosee

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Location: Merching, Landkreis Aichach-Friedberg, Swabia, Bavaria, Germany

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1. Wooden sculptures at the Losebach – Mandichosee loop from Unterbergen

6.53km

01:39

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mandichosee – Lech Dam 22 Unterbergen loop from Unterbergen

17.0km

04:19

50m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mandichosee – Mandichosee loop from Unterbergen

7.44km

01:53

10m

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Heiko

November 1, 2024

The Mandichosee, also known as Lechstaustufe 23, is a reservoir on the Lech between Landsberg am Lech and Augsburg. It was built between 1975 and 1978 and is used both for hydroelectric power generation and for local recreation. Since 2003, the reservoir has been called the Mandichosee, named after the Bavarian prince Mandicho from the 6th century.

Leisure activities:

• Swimming: The lake has bathing beaches and lawns on both banks that are ideal for swimming and sunbathing.

• Water sports: Activities such as sailing, surfing and stand-up paddling are popular. There are local clubs and a surf school that offer courses and equipment rental.

• Hiking and cycling: Well-developed paths around the lake are ideal for walks and bike rides.

• Fishing: The lake's abundance of fish makes it an attractive destination for anglers.

Infrastructure:

There is a kiosk with toilet facilities, a playground, a beach volleyball court and a lifeguard station at the lake. Parking is also available.

Nature conservation:

In 2016, a two-kilometer-long bypass waterway with a fish ladder was created to improve ecological continuity for fish.

Lake Mandicho thus offers an ideal combination of technical use and a wide range of leisure opportunities in a natural environment.

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Michael

March 9, 2025

Built between 1975 and 1978, it serves for flood protection and energy generation.

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August 17, 2025

View over Lake Mandicho

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Location: Merching, Landkreis Aichach-Friedberg, Swabia, Bavaria, Germany

Mandichosee

1. Wooden sculptures at the Losebach – Mandichosee loop from Unterbergen

2. Mandichosee – Lech Dam 22 Unterbergen loop from Unterbergen

3. Mandichosee – Mandichosee loop from Unterbergen

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