Wassersleben is a charming settlement in the municipality of Harrislee, north of Flensburg and directly on the border with Denmark. The town originated as a residential suburb of Flensburg and was named after Councilor Joachim Wasserschlebe, who bought his retirement home here in 1780.
Wassersleben's most famous attraction is its fine, approximately 500–600-meter-long sandy beach on the Flensburg Fjord—the westernmost stretch of beach on the German Baltic Sea. The shallow, calm access to the water makes it particularly attractive for families with small children. During the summer months (June 15 to August 31), the beach is partially monitored by the DLRG (German Lifesaving Association). Restroom facilities such as showers and toilets, as well as free parking, are available. Furthermore, for over a decade, Germany's northernmost Biikebrennen (traditional North Frisian festival) has taken place there annually on February 21.
In the immediate vicinity are the Klues Forest and the Wassersleben Recreational Forest, part of the "Kluesrieser Gehölz mit Fördeufer" nature reserve. Forest paths, barbecue areas, playgrounds, and a nature trail invite you to active recreation. A restored forester's lodge and the historic Räuberhauptmannsberg dolmen stone tomb are also nearby, offering cultural depth.
Wassersleben is directly connected to Denmark via the "Schusterkate" border crossing, which is ideal for cross-border hikes. Deutsche Funkturm GmbH also operates a VHF broadcasting center here, providing coverage around Flensburg and the surrounding area.