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Springs in Germany

9 natural springs in Germany

Germany's natural landscape shifts dramatically from the sandy lowlands and marshes of the North German Plain to the forested Central Uplands and the rugged Alpine peaks in the south. This varied terrain, rich in dense forests and river valleys, supports a vast network of groundwater resources. The elevation changes, particularly in the mountainous southern and central regions, facilitate the emergence of numerous natural springs across the countryside.

The country experiences a temperate climate with precipitation distributed throughout the year. In the southern highlands, rainfall often peaks during the summer months, while the spring season brings significant snowmelt from the mountains. This combination of winter accumulation and spring thaw typically results in optimal spring flow during late spring and early summer. Travelers will find that the landscape is lush and vibrant during these wetter periods, with the water table amply recharged by the seasonal cycles.

Germany offers a welcoming environment for those interested in hydrogeology and nature exploration. The abundance of water has historically shaped the local culture, making it a fascinating destination for locating natural water sources. Whether hiking through high-elevation pastures or exploring the woodlands of the central plateaus, visitors can appreciate the connection between the region's geology and its water.

Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

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Kurfürstquelle Bad Freienwalde,Brandenburg

## Overview The Kurfürstquelle ("Elector's Spring") is a public drinking spring located in Bad Freienwalde, Brandenburg...

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Elena Spring

## Overview Elena Spring (Elenaquelle) is a public drinking spring located in the small town of Friedewald in the state...

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Draitschbrunnen

## Overview The Draitschbrunnen is a historic mineral spring located in Bad Godesberg, a district of Bonn, Germany. Thi...

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Auenquelle

## Overview The Auenquelle, also known as the Au Fountain, is a historic public drinking spring located in the Bad Cann...

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Heiligenborn-Quelle (Lennestadt-Saalhausen)

## Overview The Heiligenborn-Quelle is a public drinking spring located near the village of Saalhausen, a district of L...

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Türkenquelle Essen-Kettwig, Germany

## Overview The Türkenquelle is a small natural spring located in the Kettwig district of Essen, Germany. Its name — wh...

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Spreequelle Kottmar, Germany, Eibau, Saxony, 02739

## Overview The Spreequelle on the Kottmar mountain is one of the most celebrated natural springs in Saxony, Germany. I...

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Spreequelle Neugersdorf, Germany

## Overview The Spreequelle Neugersdorf is a historically significant natural spring located in the town of Neugersdorf...

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Barbarossaquelle, Rodenbach, Hessen, Germany

## Overview The Barbarossaquelle is a natural spring nestled deep in the forests of the Naturpark Hessischer Spessart,...

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