Lietzensee

Lietzensee is a lake in Berlin, Germany. It lies in the western city district of Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, within the public Lietzensee Park. The lake has an oval shape and is bordered by a promenade that circles the shoreline, providing space for walking and leisure. The surrounding park area is used by residents for recreation, picnics, and relaxation, and features lawns, trees, and a network of paths.

History and name: The name Lietzensee stems from a historic estate that once stood near the lake. The lake and park were developed as urban green space in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of Berlin’s public park expansion. The area has historically hosted villas and residences along its shore.

Ecology and use: The lake hosts waterfowl such as ducks and swans, with reed beds along parts of the shore. In modern times, the site is maintained as a quiet urban recreation area, with restrictions on motorized watercraft to preserve the environment.

See also: Lietzensee Park, List of lakes in Berlin, Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf.