The lake was created by the flooding of the former Wackersdorf open-cast mine following the cessation of lignite mining in the 1980s.
It features an underwater 'diving trail' equipped with submerged objects for training and exploration.
The water depth reaches up to 50 meters in some areas.
It is a central component of the Oberpfälzer Seenland, a post-mining landscape recovery project.
The site hosts a notable population of freshwater fish, making it a destination for local angling.
Murner See is a 90-hectare flooded former open-cast lignite mine located in the Upper Palatinate Lake District. It is the largest lake in the Steinberger See and Murner See complex. The water quality is consistently monitored, making it a popular site for swimming, diving, and water sports. The surrounding area features a network of paths for hiking and cycling, integrated into the Oberpfälzer Seenland. The lake contains a dedicated diving center with underwater training platforms. It is surrounded by pine forests and reclaimed industrial land that has been successfully renaturalized.
The shoreline boardwalk near the primary diving school entrance during the golden hour.
Bring water shoes, as the shoreline transition from land to water can be rocky in certain sections.
Visit the viewing platform near the lake perimeter for an elevated perspective of the flooded basin.
Combine your visit with the neighboring Steinberger See, which is accessible via connected trail networks.
Attempting to swim in areas restricted by safety buoys or marked as private nature conservation zones.
Recreational facilities and water-based services primarily operate from late spring through early autumn.
Use designated waste bins to preserve the renaturalized ecosystem; keep dogs on a leash in designated swimming areas.
