Camping am Kulkwitzer See Reviews

1.0
Günther H.September 2024
Advantages
Location by the lake Close to the SBahn to Leipzig Reception well organized and friendly
Negatives
Infrastructure is run-down Wash house outside dirty and unkempt. Pitches with thick stones Site rules are not checked Diver groups very loud until 2 o'clock at night Chemical toilet at the camper van disposal outside Little water available Overcrowded at the weekend General cleanliness not good
Please avoid
Never again to this campsite.
Totally overcrowded with diving tourists who are considerate of other guests, not divers. There is no control to keep order and partying divers who are loud on your east site until 2 o'clock at night.
The infrastructure of the site is very run down. Although the pitches... are separated, the ground is totally unkempt. Thick stones are not good for an awning carpet. The sanitary building by the lake has never been cleaned in the "outdoor area", the plants growing through the wood are happy. There are only a few water points on the site. Camping toilet must be made with the motorhome disposal area, very nice outdoors in the rain.
Overall, I can not recommend the place as a vacation spot, you can tell that it is not privately run and a municipal company has the say here.
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2.0
Wolfgang D.August 2024
Advantages
Great lake with crystal clear water and a fantastic sunset.
Negatives
Fast-food and deep-fried snacks at high prices. Many small lakes on pitches and paths after heavy rain. Rarely cleaned washing-up areas including waste disposal. Sanitary areas not cleaned for several days. Beach area not inviting for long stays.
Camping at Kulki in August
A parking space was still available at short notice. Admission possible after the reception opened at 2 pm. Pitch large enough for caravan and car. Good starting point for exploring Leipzig's sights. Unfortunately little drainage, which is why lakes form. Snack bar and restaurants only open until around 8pm.
Probably won't come here again!
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1.0
anika N.July 2024
Advantages
Lake is within walking distance. Snack bar on the premises. Several sanitary facilities
Negatives
Campsite more gravel than meadow, no view of the lake, very winding, everything fenced in. Dirty sanitary facilities
Not a nice campsite
Campsite is not recommended. Completely fenced, you need a key for everything, sometimes several gates. The campsite is mostly gravel for caravans, not very pleasant. There is almost no view of the lake. Sanitary areas are often dirty, there is a lack of regular cleaning. Reception becomes unfriendly as soon as there are problems. No kiosk available.
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5.0
Paul-Heinz B.May 2024
Advantages
Simple, but beautiful. Everything you need is there. Lidl 1 km. within walking distance. Gastronomy available. is to recommend the place
Negatives
none
Kulki
I would be happy to come back if something is free. Designate the approach zone better, if possible
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5.0
Kornelia R.April 2024
Advantages
Campsite directly on the water, nice quiet places, clean sanitary facilities, distance to shopping approx. 300 meters
Negatives
The snack bar unfortunately burned down, which I am very sorry about. Therefore unfortunately no bread roll service
Very nice campsite
Very nice campsite by the water. The place was very quiet, but I think in summer there is a lot going on here. We liked it very much, we will be back.
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3.0
Roland F.September 2023
Advantages
+ close to the lake + Good pitch layout + water, sewage and electricity in sufficient proximity
Negatives
- only 3 ! showers for men for 330 pitches. There are 3 wash houses, but only one with showers open for men. There were 2 wash houses open for ladies, which had showers. - The cleanliness of the sanitary blocks was poor. Overall impression was that there was not enough staff. Closing the wash houses due to "technical defects" was unbelievable for us. - Long waiting times at reception. Only a maximum of 2 people from one household were allowed to enter. - Outdated information on corona protection measures was disconcerting. - Overall, the campsite was poorly maintained.
Campsite with a lot of upside potential.
We had the impression that there was not enough staff. We would have liked more friendliness and cleanliness.

More customer proximity instead of too many regulations (distance rules and other signs) would enhance the campsite.
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1.0
Charls H.August 2023
Advantages
Beautiful location on the water with wonderful sunsets Electricity and water are close to the caravan
Negatives
Ladies at reception sometimes not friendly. If you try to call reception, it's like trying to win the lottery. For reservations you have to book at least three nights. If you are on the pitch one day less, then this is simply passed on (double booking and therefore double payment) The pitches are more reminiscent of a dirty place than a cozy place. Dogs defecate on the beach and are sometimes not cleaned up. Standup paddleboarders are sometimes very inconsiderate towards beach visitors.
It used to be better
We have been vacationing at Lake Kulkwitz for many years now. The lake is still beautiful, but unfortunately the campsite leaves a lot to be desired ... and you really don't know where to start.
The cleanliness in the toilets and showers is subterranean. The cleaning times are more than modest compared... to other campsites, as the busiest time is between 8-10 am. While the prices are constantly increasing, the campsite is far from renewing or modernizing the washrooms.
The beach area is actually beautiful - great views and plenty of shade. However, nothing has been done here for years and there seems to have been no thought given to filling in some sand so that you are not sitting on bare stone. Children now also have few opportunities to play by the water, as the beach area has become a parking lot for stand-up poodles and inflatable boats. Not to mention the danger when everyone approaches the beach area in an uncoordinated manner. Here, too, there should be a separate area and clear rules - as well as controls and warnings. This also applies to the dogs on the beach that leave their dog poo next to the bathers.
Last but not least, it remains for us to mention the booking system (everyone can read about the sharp rise in prices in recent years for themselves) as an absolute shortcoming. Even in the low season, you have to book three nights. Great if you want to stay from Friday to Sunday and have to book Thursday or Monday as well. Here, too, we have already experienced that the pitch is then occupied twice if the guests who have booked until Monday already leave on Sunday, then you can easily occupy the pitch again. That's not possible. And be careful, dear potential vacationers! If you do find that something has gone wrong with your booking, don't think you'll be able to reach anyone by phone. On the other hand
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5.0
Harald und Karin W.July 2023
Advantages
Everything
Negatives
There is nothing.
Rating
A very nice campsite .
Everything is well organized .
Very clean washrooms and showers.
Short distances , very nice bistro and nice fresh rolls in the morning .
Absolutely crystal clear beautiful water.
Special thanks to the entire cleaning team.
Very good work .
And the guys are certainly happy about a small tip.
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1.0
Hanjo K.August 2022
Advantages
The water is very clean and absolutely clear.
Negatives
A lot, which I describe in the commentary.
An experience
It's unbelievable what the owners get away with.

This campsite on Lake Kulkwitz was intended as a 3-day stopover after a vacation in Italy.

As soon as we arrived, we were overwhelmed by a flood of signs. There were at least 4 signs pointing to a mask and others that I can't even remember now.
Next... thing I know, an angry janitor storms in who didn't want to do some work. I think it's clear from the pictures that he's neglected several jobs recently.

The next annoyance was not long in coming.
The good lady at reception showed us the wrong way to our pitch. We had to turn into a road that you definitely can't turn into with a trailer without hijacking a lamppost.
Luckily we have a mover and were able to save the situation.
I like staff who know their stuff!!!

When we finally arrived at the site, we were surprised by a desolate, unkempt, dusty desert. This site had not yet been maintained this year.
Little did we know that this upkeep would accompany us throughout the entire campsite.
Untrimmed hedges, knee-high weeds on the paths and lawns, etc.

Well, a visit to the lake and a meal at the snack bar would certainly soften the initial shock.
If you then stand in the lake and take a look back at the bathing area, a concrete edge immediately catches your eye. This is approx. 15 cm thick and stretches over a length of almost 10 meters and peeks out of the sand. (for whatever reason it is there)

What made us leave early, however, was not the spider-infested washing-up area
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2.0
Petra S.August 2022
Advantages
Location directly on the lake and beautifully laid out
Negatives
Dogs banned everywhere on the site Pitches very unkempt
Absolutely not suitable for dog owners
The site is beautifully situated right on the lake with its own small section of beach, but that's all.
You are treated rather anonymously and the pitches are not maintained. Overgrown undergrowth, deep holes and hardly any grass left. If you arrive with a dog, which is allowed according to the homepage,... your movement is extremely restricted. Dogs are banned at the lake, at the snack bar and on certain paths on the site. The crowning glory, however, are the permanent campers, who immediately chase you away in a rather unfriendly manner if you come too close to their area. Prohibition signs wherever you go. Contrary to all statements, the site was not fully booked in the middle of August, there were 3 free pitches in our row alone. No wonder, because we won't be coming here again. What a shame really ...
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5.0
Wolfgang A.June 2022
Advantages
Beautiful ruger place at the beautiful bathing lake
Negatives
None
Super
Very nice campsite with a clean beach by the lake.
Ground a bit stony and hard for awning rings but that is normal for the area and not a negative aspect. Would love to come again.
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4.0
Grit M.July 2021
Advantages
Very clean sanitary facilities, the site is locked at night, very clear water
Negatives
There were bicycle thefts on the square
Nice short vacation
The site is beautifully situated. There is access to the lake. One part of the beach is exclusive for campsite visitors. The sanitary facilities were very clean.
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2.0
Wolfgang S.July 2021
Advantages
The pitch was sufficient in size, the sanitary facilities were always in a clean condition. Cycle path starts right at the site, there is a small beach.
Negatives
You need at least a 40 m cable as the connections are far away, even the fresh water stations are far away. With the gray water and sewage tanks, you have to walk once across the entire site, as there is only one place to dispose of the motorhome.
Between overnight stays on the journey home
The site is fine for 1 to 2 nights. The planting and green areas are unkempt.
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4.0
Stev M.June 2021
Advantages
Crystal-clear water and large pitches.
Negatives
Booking only possible from 3 nights
Great place right on the lake
A great place right on the lake whose water is crystal clear. The sanitary facilities were always clean. The place is well maintained. What is negative is that since this year you can only book from 3 nights. This means that the site is no longer a weekend destination 🤷🏼‍♂️.
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1.0
Ronald H.May 2021
Advantages
The lake itself is a sight for sore eyes. Super water quality.
Negatives
Booking modalities are now completely out of order.
Now they've completely taken off.
As of this season, bookings can only be made online in advance.
Important! It is not possible to make a booking for less than 3 nights. It is not possible to book or enquire by telephone for less than 3 nights.

Do I book an Interhotel room here?
Is the effort required to prepare the room for the next... guest so expensive? Completely out of touch and not at all in keeping with the times.
So no quick trip to the Kulki for camping over the weekend. For diving, for example, or as a stopover on a longer tour.

In addition to the completely exaggerated prices, potential short-term campers are now also put off.
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4.0
Josef H.September 2020
Advantages
Arrival even when the reception is already closed.
Negatives
Showers cost extra
Crystal clear water in the lake
Beautiful place on the lake, the water and the beach are super clean. The sanitary facilities were constantly cleaned. The staff were always helpful and friendly. On the lake itself there are lots of opportunities for all kinds of water sports. There were families with children and some with dogs, couples,... senior citizens, youth groups and water sports enthusiasts on the site, a colorful mix that worked well. A contact person was available at all times. The site is securely locked at night but can be entered or left by campers at any time. There are shops nearby. A petrol station is also not far away. There are stops on the Leipzig public transport network.
Leipzig is always worth a visit.
There are also lots of things worth visiting in the area around Leipzig.
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2.0
Eike W.September 2020
Advantages
Very nice location
Negatives
Minimum stay 2 nights
No room for short transit
On our way home from vacation, we chose the campsite at Kulkwitzer See, which is strategically located on the A9. When we arrived, we had to spend some time at the registration desk, which was only manned by one person. I was told that it wasn't possible to stay for one night, but she didn't give me... a reason why. I then paid for two nights as it was too late to continue my journey. This has never happened to me on a campsite before, so we only stayed one night.
We had to find a pitch ourselves, which wasn't easy either. I was told at registration that the washroom with the showers would be locked at 9pm, allegedly because it had been destroyed!
The organization on this site no longer corresponds to modern times, an elaborate key system contributes to this. Despite the beautiful location, I cannot recommend the site. PS: Visa Card is not accepted and the snack bar closes very early)
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2.0
Dörthe R.August 2019
Advantages
Directly on the lake, cycle path to the zoo (10 km across the city) or to the city center - you can safely leave your car behind.
Negatives
Catering more like a snack bar Reception impossible ...
Tiny pitch and a resolute tone at reception...
On our way from north to south, we stopped in Leipzig for two nights to visit the zoo. We ended up at the campsite on Lake Kulkwitz. A phone call in advance didn't help - no reservation possible, so we tried it on the off-chance. When we arrived, we first had to queue at reception, which is located outside... the campsite. We were only allowed to enter reception once another customer had left and an employee was free. This also applied to the children who wanted to buy an ice cream there. So we had to queue ... Finally it was our turn and the very resolute lady first collected my passport. She then sent us to the site and told us to look for a pitch in one of the two free areas and then come back ... No sooner said than done ... one area was full, in the other we found a small corner for our little caravan. As each guest is allowed to find their own pitch there, some campers unfortunately occupied two or more pitches with one caravan and so the pitch was full - but not full. Back at reception, we told them that we would like to stand "about there behind the hedge" (with a finger "about there" on the site plan). Accepted, we had to pay for the two nights in advance. We were given a key for the entrance gate and a chip for the showers and the entrance barrier. A brief explanation of the chip ("I'll charge you another 5 euros"), then we drove to the pitch ... We had to push the caravan in because everything was too narrow to push it in backwards with the car. The helpful neighbors watched us eat dinner with interest ... hmmm ... We still had to do some shopping, so we queued up again at reception and asked for a supermarket ... the site didn't have one, but there was a Lidl and a Netto not far away. Well, we went there by bike because it was quite a way away (1000 m approx.). In the evening, we tried the "restaurant" on site ... They served chips, schnitzel, cordon bleu and Asian-style fried noodles. It was quite good, reasonably priced, but rather standard snack food. Nothing for a romantic wedding day, which we postponed to another day ... We then went swimming - the water lives up to its reputation - crystal clear and clean. The sanitary facilities are also clean. Toilet paper available, but no disinfectant. There are enough showers, but only one washing area with a washbasin that can be locked. So my first impression of the ladies' sanitary facilities was of a 60-70-year-old woman standing stark naked at the general washbasin and washing herself everywhere without any shyness ... The second impression for me was when I stood stark naked in the shower and realized that nothing, absolutely nothing, was loaded onto the shower chip and so I had to get dressed again, walk out of the grounds to reception, only to discover that it only opens at 08.30 am ... (only to go there again at 8.30 am and stand in line in front of the door again). The place in general makes an unkempt impression, the weeds grow everywhere, sometimes meters high, the hedges are not cut. What a pity. It was 10 km by bike to the zoo - the route across the city is almost entirely on cycle paths - which was great. The zoo alone is worth a visit to Leipzig. Conclusion: The campsite is beautifully situated, the lake is clear and clean, the sanitary facilities are okay, but once again there are no plugs in the flushing area. Our pitch was tiny. The reception staff are resolute and not really friendly (waiting in the queue makes you feel a bit like you used to in Leipzig) ... and the campsite has no order or system when it comes to allocating pitches, because everyone can stand wherever they like ... We wouldn't go to this campsite again. For two nights - without showers - we paid 62 euros for 2 adults and 1 teenager.
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4.0
Kirsten h.August 2019
Advantages
directly on the lake, great snack bar with Thai food, relaxed atmosphere
Negatives
party people come at the weekend.
Beautiful campsite right on the lake
I really liked the fact that you could find your own pitch, no pitches. During the week, it was really quiet, at the weekend there was a lot of partying and music playing all day. The lake itself was very dirty, cigarette butts, bottle caps etc. Perfect for discovering leipzig
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4.0
Renate M.June 2019
Advantages
Absolute proximity to the lake Many leisure activities Great accommodation Eating/drinking directly on site Diving center within walking distance
Negatives
Night-time noise directly at the campsite, but also on the opposite shore of the lake. (Possibly also depending on the season)
The place is much better than most reviews
We have been coming to this campsite with 4 adults for about 10 years. We always rent a Swedish house and therefore can't really judge the camping situation. The public sanitary facilities are cleaned regularly - but every guest has an influence on the general cleanliness themselves..... We have never... found the entire staff to be unfriendly (the same applies here: "as the saying goes, .......) The houses are super clean, in good condition and functionally furnished. There have been some improvements over the years. If we could make a wish, the icing on the cake for us would be comfortable new furniture, including a large parasol. Sightseeing in Leipzig and the surrounding area is super easy from here - whether by car, public transport or bike. Leipzig has a lot to offer. From the site there are excellent opportunities for diving, swimming, paddling and canoeing.... The water is crystal clear. We don't notice the "alleged prison character" in a negative way at all. It gives a better feeling of security. It's just a question of how you organize yourself (gate key). Regarding the general peace and quiet on the site, we can say that the permanent campers are quiet, but some younger guests don't take the so-called "night's rest from 10 pm" very seriously. It would be desirable if it were at least observed around 00:00/1:00.
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