Discover Schlesen on Lake Dobersdorf

Schlesen lies on the northeastern shore of Lake Dobersdorf. The village is set in a hilly landscape with numerous hedgerows. Walking and cycling trails run around the lake and through nearby areas; along the way, they pass through fields, forests and villages. This brings together the lakeshore and routes through the rural surroundings as distinct landscape experiences. The lake provides a clear point of reference when finding your way during a stay, while the routes also lead through the surrounding villages.

Lake, trails and nature conservation

A walk around Lake Dobersdorf can begin at the bathing area. In summer, there is a bathing island there. Another important point when planning time by the water: surfing and boating on the lake are prohibited for nature conservation reasons, to avoid disturbing the birdlife. This means that walking and cycling trails on land go hand in hand with clearly defined limits on activities on the water.

Lake Dobersdorf is considered locally to be rich in fish and suitable for anglers. On the eastern shore lies the Natura 2000 Special Area of Conservation (SAC) “Calcareous Lowland Meadow on the Eastern Shore of Lake Dobersdorf.” The lake, its birdlife and its protected shore landscape are among the various features that shape a stay in Schlesen.

Village history in its buildings

A preserved school building dating from 1891 is now used as a village community centre. Its form and appearance have been retained. The building brings together a former and a present-day function: it was built as a school and now serves as a community centre. A restored old smithy is another local landmark. The village chronicle also records local history. The village’s built heritage and written records offer different ways to explore Schlesen’s past. Schlesen was formerly associated with Salzau Estate.

Plön as a wider landscape setting

In the wider travel destination of Plön, the district lies between the Baltic Sea and Holstein Switzerland; its Baltic Sea coastline is about 50 kilometres long. Plön District has around 80 lakes, including Lake Plön, covering 29 km², and Lake Selent, covering 22 km². Large parts of the district are within Holstein Switzerland Nature Park. It covers 75,000 hectares and offers opportunities to experience nature and see rare animals. Along the Baltic Sea coast in Plön District, there are places to swim from Mönkeberg to Sehlendorf Beach.

Travel during the 2026 construction period

A full closure of the L 211 between the Rastorfer Kreuz junction and Schlesen is scheduled from 6 July to 15 November 2026 for road and cycle-path construction. If you are travelling during this period, check the current traffic arrangements before setting off.

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Go to the wider travel overview: Plön.