Heard: Water skiing in Neu Zachun and swimming beach
Accommodation in Heard
For Heard, the water skiing facilities in Neu Zachun are a particular highlight. The Zachun Beach water-ski lift has an 800-metre-long course; the site also has a swimming beach with a sunbathing lawn and a children's playground. This gives you two different ways to plan a day out: water sports at the lift and time by the shore. Which one shapes your outing depends on whether you want to focus on activities on the water or a beach visit.
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Plan water skiing and wakeboarding
The Zachun Beach water-ski lift is said to be the first water-ski lift in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. Beginners can take water skiing and wakeboarding lessons there. You must be able to swim to participate. Both types of lessons are offered at the same lift, so you can choose between water skiing and wakeboarding without having to compare different locations.
A pair of water skis and a life jacket are included with the lift ticket. Wakeboards, wetsuits and helmets can be rented from the equipment rental service for an additional fee. For planning purposes, it helps to distinguish between what the ticket includes and what is available to rent: water skis and a life jacket are included in the lift ticket; the three items listed can be rented for an additional fee. As operator information about lessons and equipment may change, check the latest details before visiting.
Swimming beach, playground and rules at the lake
In addition to the lift, Zachun Beach has a swimming beach with a sunbathing lawn and a children's playground. There is also a self-service restaurant and a campsite. This gives visitors several other specific places to enjoy: time at the beach, a break at the restaurant or a stay at the campsite can each be part of your plans. These options differ in whether you want to focus your visit on activities, time by the shore or an overnight stay on site.
The following applies to water body 3686 – Kiessee in Neu Zachun: swimming and water-skiing activities must not be obstructed; boats are not permitted there. If you are planning to use a boat, you should therefore choose another location. As the rules for using the water may change, it is advisable to check the latest information before visiting.
More topics in the wider Ludwigslust-Parchim destination
The wider Ludwigslust-Parchim destination also offers other highlights for planning a trip. Ludwigslust Palace was the former residence of the Dukes of Mecklenburg. Together with its park and the town, it forms an ensemble known as the “Little Versailles of the North.” The palace is the centrepiece of an almost completely preserved late Baroque townscape, with a former court church and an English-style landscaped park. The palace also presents art and courtly domestic culture from the 18th and early 19th centuries. This makes it possible to set water sports in Neu Zachun alongside a cultural and historical theme in the wider destination.
The Kalkflachmoor near Zarrentin offers another perspective on nature: it is part of the Schaalelauf nature reserve and can be explored from the nature trail. Water sports, courtly culture and a moorland landscape thus offer different highlights within the Ludwigslust-Parchim destination.
Discover more destinations: Redefin, Hülseburg, Strohkirchen, Pätow-Steegen, Pritzier, Groß Krams, Bandenitz, Bresegard bei Picher
Go to the wider travel overview: Amt Hagenow-Land.
