Müggelsee

The Müggelsee, in the southeast of the city, is Berlin's largest lake, with an area of 7.5 sq. km/3 sq. mi and a maximum depth of 8 m/26ft. The 120 m/130yd-long Spree Tunnel, opened in 1926, runs under the west end of the lake, linking the district of Friedrichshagen with the southern Müggelberge. The hills that surround the lake rise to a height of 115 m/377ft.

The well-marked footpaths round the lake have a total length of 160km/100mi. For those wishing to explore the area thoroughly, a map showing the footpaths is available. From Friedrichshagen you can cross the lake on a "Weisse Flotte" ship, disembarking at either the "Rübezahl" jetty or at the "Müggelseeperle." You can also go by bus or car into the Müggelberge hills. Paths from the landing stages lead up into the hills, and a nature trail from the shores of the Teufelsee passes over a stretch of moorland into the Müggelberge. Tablets set at intervals along the trail, which is 3km/2mi long, give information about the local flora and fauna. It ends at the Müggelturm, a favorite spot for Berliners. A wooden tower built in 1899 stood here until it was burnt down in 1958 and replaced by a modern edifice. From its viewing platform there is a magnificent view over the lake and the city.