Stausee Glauchau, reservoir

Stausee Glauchau is a reservoir southwest of Glauchau in Saxony, impounded by an earth dam with a clay seal. It holds back the Mülsenbach stream and is up to four metres deep. The Zwickauer Mulde flows past to the west.

The reservoir was created between 1936 and 1938 to supply water to industry, and it was refurbished from 1992 to 1996. Its barrier is an earth dam with a clay seal that holds back the Mülsenbach. West of the lake flows the Zwickauer Mulde, whose water was also impounded in earlier times.

The name Stausee Glauchau refers to its function as a man-made water reservoir for the region. Today, locals and visitors use this place to watch birds, take quiet walks, and gather with family along the shore, making it a focal point for spending time outdoors.

A walking trail runs about 2 miles (3.2 km) around the lake and is suitable for leisurely strolls. Benches are placed along the path at several points, offering comfortable spots to rest and enjoy views of the water.

The dam is an earth embankment sealed with a clay core, holding back the Mülsenbach; the Zwickauer Mulde flows past just to the west and its water was also impounded in earlier times. The lake is at most four metres deep, and sailing, canoeing and angling are all permitted on it.