Thülsfelder Stausee, Recreational reservoir in Cloppenburg, Germany
Description
Thülsfelder Stausee is a reservoir southwest of Friesoythe that spreads over shallow shoreline zones, reed beds, and sandy beach sections. The water depth varies greatly between the shore areas and the center, where an island also sits.
History
The dam was built between 1924 and 1927 to prevent flooding along the Soeste and control water levels in the moorland areas. The construction created a new body of water that permanently changed the landscape of the district.
Culture
The name Thülsfeld comes from a nearby farmstead that stood in the region before the reservoir was created. Families gather at the shore for picnics and barbecues, while anglers line the banks looking for carp and pike.
Practical
Several circular paths lead around the entire lake and work well for walks or bike rides over half a day. The swimming beach sits on the north side, where lifeguards are also present during the summer months.
Did you know?
On the western side lies an extensive heathland area, one of the largest in Lower Saxony. This section provides a protected habitat for rare plants and animals that are now scarce elsewhere in the region.
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