Sacrower See und Königswald

Sacrower See und Königswald is a protected natural area in Potsdam featuring a freshwater lake surrounded by extensive forests of pine and mixed oak trees. The landscape includes shoreline zones marked by reed beds and woodland that extends across rolling terrain.

The area gained protected status in 1941, marking one of the earliest conservation efforts in Potsdam. The presence of a Bronze Age fortification shows that the landscape has held significance for human settlement since ancient times.

The forest area carries the mark of centuries of human presence, with walking paths that connect visitors to different parts of the woodland landscape. These routes reveal how people have moved through and used this terrain over time.

Entry to the area is via Krampnitzer Strasse with parking available near the Römerschanze fortification. Wear sturdy shoes as forest paths can be uneven and slippery during wet weather.

The lake maintains water quality that ranks among the cleanest in the region, reflecting its healthy ecological state. The reed beds along the shore naturally filter and purify the water.

Location: Potsdam

Inception: March 22, 1941

GPS coordinates: 52.43865,13.08926

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:03