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"Head
for Berlin"
The Havel, with its many lakes and tributaries, runs
through the historical heart both of Prussia and of Germany..
Obere
Havel, Templiner & Ruppiner Gewässer,
Finowkanal, Potsdamer Havel, Spree Oder
The first stopping place on the voyage south is Himmelpfort
(Gateway to Heaven), the town of Father Christmas. There's
also a fishery where you can stock up with smoked fish.
Don't miss the sidetrip to Lychen. The Woblitz river
twists its way through forest before opening out into
the Grosser Lychensee: it's one of the loveliest cruises
in the area.
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The Havel is a quiet river which flows
through lonely countryside. You should stop off at Regow,
an organic farm with a hundred or so goats which sells
several different mouthwatering cheeses. At Templin its
towers welcome the visitor from afar. Its town walls and
its ancient houses give it a very romantic feel. A brand
new lock completed in 2005 gives access to new lakes. Beyond
Liebenwalde there's a choice of three directions. To the
west, the Neuruppin lakes preserve an environment in which
ospreys, beavers and otters all flourish. |
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The
town of Altruppin, the old capital, stands in lovely
surroundings. Neuruppin,
the “new” town dating
from the 18 th century, bears witness to Prussia's Age
of Enlightenment which has left its mark on the whole
region from Berlin to Potsdam. Here was born Fontane
, who wrote several books describing his journeys through
lakeland which can still serve as guides today. To the
south lie Berlin and Potsdam, both towns which are best
discovered from the water.To the east, don't miss the
Finowkanal, an old canal which twists and turns through
lovely countryside on its way to a monument unique in
Europe , the Niederfinow Boat Lift on the Oder Havel
canal. |
Untere
Havel, Potsdamer Havel, Wannsee, Jungfernsee, Rüdersdorfer Gewässer,
Spree-Oder
Before heading for Berlin and its famous Museum Island
do make the side trip to astonishing Potsdam . Its an absolute
must, is close by and with easy access. Berlin will retain
you, there are so many things to do. Whether to explore
on foot one of its many lakes edged with century old forests
and opulent or luxurious villas, or visit the heart of
the town, which has been so profoundly transfigured. |
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| More to the south and to the
east, canals lakes and rivers intermingle to offer visits
between Spree and Oder and some of the best tables in Germany,
such as at Bad Saarow. Lovers of pure nature and tranquility
will choose the Havel as far as Havelberg . The countryside
is magnificent with few visitors. It is an itinerary that
connoisseurs recommend to each other. Don't forget to make
a halt at red-brick Brandenburg with its famous statue
of the giant Roland who protects the townhall. The oldest
town of the region of Mark , it preserves many relics of
the past. |
Fishing -
Specially for anglers
The region of the Mecklenburg lakes is famous as one
of the outstanding fishing grounds of Europe encompassing
the river Havel, known for eel, zander and perch, as
well as some 20 lakes all covered by the one fishing
permit. All can hope for a good catch here, and can
expect to enjoy pike, carp or burbot on the menu. Instruction
is given at the base (in English or German) to help
you select the right bait, tackle and locations. |
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FISHING PACKAGE
This package
costs 70€ (price periods A and B) or 120€ (price
periods C, D, E) per week and per boat. It must be requested
in advance, and paid for on collection.
It includes: a dinghy, a cold box for your catch, a fish-smoker
(a local speciality), a bag of sawdust, instruction by
our expert, and a daylight fishing licence
for one crew member. Additional fishing licences can
be requested in advance. |
Hiring without a licence
You don't need a licence for cruising if you start from
Matzlow and Furstenberg and go as far as Liebenwalde
to the north of Berlin. Starting from Ketzin, you will
be asked for a licence that is valid in your country
of residence. If no licence is necessary in your country
of residence then one will not be asked for at Ketzin |
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