Titisee, Natural lake in Black Forest, Germany
Titisee is a lake in the Black Forest region near Hinterzarten and Titisee-Neustadt, sitting at roughly 845 meters (2770 feet) above sea level. The water reaches about 20 meters (65 feet) at its deepest point and covers an area of around 1.3 square kilometers (0.5 square miles).
Glacial processes during the last ice age carved out a deep basin that filled with meltwater after the ice retreated. Since medieval times the body of water has served surrounding villages as a fishing ground and drinking water source.
The name comes from a regional legend linking it to the Roman general Titus, though linguists suggest an Alemannic root instead. On summer days families use the lawns along the shore, while winter rarely brings enough cold to make the surface walkable.
A circular path taking about 90 minutes leads around the entire shoreline and offers many access points to the water. Boats and equipment for time at the waterside can be rented at several spots.
The water stays clear throughout the year because the surrounding forest soil filters it naturally and strict environmental rules prevent any pollution. On warm summer days the water temperature can reach up to 24 degrees Celsius (75 degrees Fahrenheit), which is unusually comfortable for a mountain lake.
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