Rotsee

The Rotsee (previously known as Rootsee) is a natural rowing lake on the northern edge of Lucerne, Switzerland. It is regarded as one of the best rowing venues in the world.

Rotsee
Rotsee, with a train on the Zug–Lucerne railway in the background
Rotsee
Rotsee
Rotsee
LocationCanton of Lucerne
Coordinates47°04′11″N 8°18′51″E
Primary outflowsRon
Basin countriesSwitzerland
Max. length2.5 km (1.6 mi)
Max. width0.3 km (0.19 mi)
Surface area0.48 km2 (0.19 sq mi)
Max. depth16 m (52 ft)
Surface elevation419 m (1,375 ft)
SettlementsLucerne, Ebikon
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