Alfsee

The Alfsee reservoir extends over 2.2 square kilometers with a shoreline of 7 kilometers and maintains a steady depth of 2 meters throughout its expanse.

The construction of the reservoir began in 1971 as a flood control measure for the Hase River, with recreational facilities added systematically from 1976 onwards.

The eastern shore features German holiday traditions with camping areas, water sports facilities, and a recreational park called Germanenland for families.

The reservoir connects to major transport routes, including the B68 federal road and A1 motorway, with the Rieste train station providing hourly services.

An artificial channel system stretching 4.5 kilometers directs water from the Hase River into the reservoir, managing a capacity of 20 million cubic meters.

Location: Osnabrück

Elevation above the sea: 36 m

Operator: Niedersächsischer Landesbetrieb für Wasserwirtschaft, Küsten- und Naturschutz

Website: https://nlwkn.niedersachsen.de/startseite/hochwasser_kustenschutz/landeseigene_anlagen/hochwasserruckhaltebecken/hochwasserruckhaltebecken_alfhausen_rieste/hochwasser-rueckhaltebecken-alfhausen-rieste-42055.html

GPS coordinates: 52.48727,7.97470

Latest update: May 12, 2025 09:09