Buchhorner See, reservoir
The Buchhorner See is a small reservoir in Baden-Württemberg with a surface area of about 25,000 square meters and a maximum depth of 2.5 meters (8 feet). Water comes from underground springs, and from this lake, the Pfedelbach stream begins, which once powered a mill in a nearby village.
Records from the late 1400s show that the land around the lake was owned by noble families and enclosed with walls. In 1949, the dam broke and flooded the surrounding area, which led to its reconstruction and transformation into a recreation area with campsites in the following decade.
The name Buchhorner See refers to the nearby village of Buchhorn, which has shaped the local identity for centuries. Today, locals and visitors use the water for swimming, picnicking, and in winter, ice-skating, making it a gathering place for simple outdoor pleasures and community activities.
The lake is easily accessible by car with free parking nearby, and entry is open to all. Visitors can find small sandy areas for relaxing, walking paths around the shore, swimming spots, and nearby campsites for overnight stays.
A water tower about 38 meters (125 feet) tall was built next to the lake in the 1960s and features a viewing platform offering views across the surrounding landscape. This structure serves both as a local landmark and a practical symbol of how the community has developed the area for visitors and residents alike.
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