Rietzer See

The Rietzer See covers 1133 hectares and includes a lake system connected by the Emster Canal in Brandenburg, featuring extensive reed zones and floating vegetation belts.

The German government established Rietzer See as a protected area in 2004, implementing strict regulations to preserve its natural habitats and wildlife populations.

The area includes two observation towers where visitors can watch 270 different bird species, including white storks, kingfishers, and red kites throughout the year.

Motor boats face restrictions between 22:00 and 5:00 to maintain the tranquility of wildlife, while the northern route of Bernhardsweg passes through the southern part.

The protected area contains inland salt meadows near Schenkenberg where water buffalos have lived under conservation measures since 2008.

Location: Kloster Lehnin

Location: Groß Kreutz (Havel)

Inception: October 9, 2004

GPS coordinates: 52.37000,12.68200

Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:32