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Berlin and Brandenburg are crisscrossed by lakes, the most important of which is the Wannsee. The lake offers numerous opportunities for recreation and can be used for boat tours, as open-air swimming pool or for water sports.
The many lakes in Berlin are an El Dorado for water sports enthusiasts and those seeking recreation. 6.6 percent of the city's area is water. Those who have not visited any of the large lakes do not understand the special quality of Berlin.
There are numerous excursion boats departing from Wannsee Pier which offer spectacular views of the nature and sights of Berlin and Potsdam. The ferry line F10 betweenc Wannsee and Alt-Kladow in Spandau, which is operated by the BVG, is also popular with day trippers.
The Wannsee Lido is the largest inland seaside resort in Europe. It was built in 1929/30 and has enjoyed great popularity ever since. In summer temperatures, it can accommodate thousands of bathers.
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