In the northwest of Erlangen, in the district of Dechsendorf, lies the Local recreation area Dechsendorfer Weiher with its largest lake, the Great Bishop's Pond (approximately 0,37 km²). For the people of Erlangen, the Dechsendorfer Weiher is a destination with Natural bathing beach, BBQ facilities, two kiosks and a Boat rental with stand-up paddleboarding. A sailing club and a windsurfing club border the lake. The lake is also very popular with tourists, Campsite is located directly on the shore.
The lake belongs to a larger chain of approximately 60 ponds called Dechsendorfer Weiher. They form the edge of the Aischgrund pond beltThe region has been known for its pond farming since the late Middle Ages. However, the Dechsendorf Pond is rarely fished these days.
