Straussee, Lake in Märkisch-Oderland District, Germany

Straussee is a lake in Märkisch-Oderland District, Germany, near the town of Strausberg. It covers about 1.4 square miles (3.6 square kilometers) and has a maximum depth of around 30 feet (9 meters), with a shoreline that mixes public beaches, reeds, and wooded paths.

The lake formed during the last ice age and has been part of the landscape around Strausberg for centuries. In the 20th century, it became a popular spot for recreation, and the town grew around its shores.

Locals often gather at the northern beach in summer, where a small kiosk serves snacks and drinks. The lake is also used for rowing and sailing, and you might see members of the local club training in the early morning.

The lake is easy to reach on foot or by bike from Strausberg, and a path runs along much of the shore. Swimming is allowed at designated spots, and benches and small piers offer places to rest along the way.

A small island, the Große Wall, sits in the lake and can be reached by a short swim or boat. It is home to a colony of birds that nest there in spring.