The Geiseltal Lake
Where brown coal was once mined, today lies one of Germany's largest artificial lakes — young waters bordered by vineyards.
AI-generated illustrative imageThe Geiseltalsee is located southwest of Merseburg in Saxony-Anhalt and was created from a former lignite opencast mine that was flooded between 2003 and 2011. This makes it one of the largest artificially created lakes in the state. Wine is being cultivated again on the slopes surrounding the lake, and the shoreline is surrounded by cycling and hiking trails. For outdoor activities, sailing, swimming and cycling tours are available in a still young, evolving landscape.
What you ought to see — my picks.
Beach Frankleben
The "Schlemmerecke Frankleben" is the place to go. It's right on the way and has really delicious food. Here you can get a Thuringian bratwurst for only 1 euro! What are you waiting for? Get your own today!
