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Swimming lakes in the Palatinate: 20 tips for bathers, water sports enthusiasts and campers

20.07.2026 16:02 1 min 1 source

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Swimming lakes in the Palatinate: 20 tips for bathers, water sports enthusiasts and campers — © Jens Vollmer hochgeladen von Jens Vollmer

The Palatinate region, especially the Rhine plain, has numerous quarry lakes that attract visitors on hot days. The article lists 20 lakes, including Baggersee Lingenfeld, Lambsheimer Weiher, Blaue Adria, Kiefweiher, Binsfeld Seen, Kollersee and Eiswoog in Ramsen, detailing features such as free entry, sandy beaches, opportunities for surfing, paddling and diving, as well as campsites and parking.

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Swimming lakes in the Palatinate: 20 tips for bathers, water sports enthusiasts and campers

The Palatinate region, especially the Rhine plain, has numerous quarry lakes that attract visitors on hot days. The article lists 20 lakes, including ...

20.07.2026 Wochenblatt Reporter DEU Original source

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