Müggelsee

Lake Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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What to expect

Müggelsee is Berlin's largest lake, offering various activities such as bathing, paddling, and hiking. The lake has a maximum depth of 8 meters and is 4.3 kilometers long and 2.6 kilometers wide. There are several official bathing areas along the shore, including the lake resort Friedrichshagen and the lido Müggelsee. Visitors can also explore the museum in the waterworks on the northern shore, which showcases the original machine hall with piston steam engines. The surrounding area features numerous restaurants, cafés, and boathouses, as well as the fishing village of Rahnsdorf with its idyllic cobbled streets and old chestnut trees. The lake is also a popular spot for water sports, including sailing and surfing, and offers stunning views of the surrounding nature and Berlin skyline

Plan your family visit to the Müggelsee with these blog insights 👇

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Berlin outdoor activities: more than 50 cool tips

Berlin outdoor activities: more than 50 cool tips
This family's experience:

Activities: We went for a hike from the Müggelsee through Teufelsmoor to the Müggelberge. We started in Friedrichshagen am Müggelsee, then walked along the lake to the Biergarten Rübezahl. "Before we reach the moor, we pass a large playground."

Highlights: We enjoyed the varied hike with many highlights. The children loved the playground ✨

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Hiking at Müggelsee in Berlin: Through the Teufelsseemoor to the Müggelberge

Hiking at Müggelsee in Berlin: Through the Teufelsseemoor to the Müggelberge
This family's experience:

Activities: We went for a walk around the Müggelsee, enjoying the views. We walked along the shore and enjoyed the autumn scenery. "The See shimmers constantly through the colorful autumn forest."

Highlights: The walk around the lake was very enjoyable, and the scenery was amazing. We had a great time walking along the shore and admiring the views. "We let our gaze wander over Berlin's largest lake." ✨

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Hiking in Berlin: 13 cool tours through nature in the city

Hiking in Berlin: 13 cool tours through nature in the city
This family's experience:

Activities: We started our hike in the villa district of Friedrichshagen, in Berlin-Köpenick. We crossed under the Spree. We walked along the Müggelsee, reaching the Biergarten Rübezahl. After that, we went through the Teufelsseemoor and the Müggelberge

Highlights: The hike was a great experience. We enjoyed the walk by the Müggelsee. We liked also the Teufelsseemoor and the Müggelberge ✨

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By boat in Berlin on the Spree and Müggelsee

By boat in Berlin on the Spree and Müggelsee
This family's experience:

Activities: We went on the Müggelsee, where we could give some gas. We took a boat on the lake

Highlights: We had a lot of fun on the Müggelsee. We could give some gas and the kids enjoyed it a lot ✨