Sorø Lake

Sorø Sø
Sorø Lake
Sorø Sø
LocationZealand
Coordinates55°25′30″N 11°33′00″E / 55.42500°N 11.55000°E / 55.42500; 11.55000
Typekettle hole
Primary inflowsØrbækken
Primary outflowsPedersborg Sø
Max. length2.7 km (1.7 mi)
Max. width1.9 km (1.2 mi)
Surface area17.3 km2 (6.7 sq mi)
Average depth5 m (16 ft)
Max. depth12.8 m (42 ft)
SettlementsSorø

Sorø Lake is the largest and most upstream of three lakes that almost surround the town of Sorø, Sorø Municipality, on the central part of Zealand, Denmark. Together with the two other lakes, Pedersborg Lake and Tuel Lake, it is collectively known as the Sorø Lakes. They drain into the Suså River. Sorø Lake is owned by Sorø Academy, a centuries-old educational institution that stands on its northeastern shores. A tour boat operates on the lake in the summer time. It is also a popular venue for a wide range of recreational activities, including, sailing, rowing, kayaking, fishing and swimming.