Lakes of the Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is famous not only for its majestic castles , Gothic cathedrals, ancient squares and museums . There are many natural sights here , which can not be ignored. First of all, this refers to the lakes, recreation in which in the summer in the Czech Republic is very popular. This is due to the amazing beauty of nature , amazing landscapes and excellent leisure facilities.

The most famous lakes of the Czech Republic

There are no more than 600 lakes in the country, but the largest and most important among them are:

Of the total number of 450 water bodies were formed naturally, and the remaining 150 - artificial lakes and reservoirs.

Below we will consider the most significant water reservoirs of the country and talk also about the glacial lakes of the Czech Republic.

  1. Black Lake . It is located in the Pilsen region, 6 km from the town of Zhelezna Ruda. This is one of the largest in the area and deep lakes of the country. It has been quite a long time since the last glacier came down in these parts, and the lake has preserved a triangular shape since then. On the shores of the Black Lake in the Czech Republic, coniferous trees are growing, pedestrian and bicycle routes are laid near the pond for those who like to actively rest.
  2. Makhovo Lake . By right takes the first place in the list of health resorts in the Czech Republic. Makhovo Lake in the Czech Republic is located in the Liberec region, in the east of the Czech Paradise Reserve , 80 km from the capital. Originally it was not even a lake, but a pond for fishing lovers, dug out by the order of King Charles IV. It was called - the Great Pond. However, in the years since that time, the place has become very popular among Czechs and foreign guests. In summer, on the sandy beaches near the Lake Makhova in the Czech Republic, many people gather, mostly families with children. Between the four beaches the boat runs. The beach season here continues from late May to late September. During this period, the air temperature is kept at + 25 ... + 27 ° С, the water temperature - +21 ... +22 ° С. On the shore of Lake Makhova are the resort of Doksy and the village of Stariye Splavy. There are plenty of places to put a tent and spend the night.
  3. Lake Lipno . It is located in the nature reserve of Šumava , near the border with Germany and Austria , 220 km south of Prague . In the middle of the 20th century, a dam was erected in this place on the Vltava. So a fairly large reservoir was formed, but a little later access was closed for 40 years. At that time there was no economic activity on the territory around the lake, which contributed to a natural increase in the representatives of the plant and animal life. The surroundings of Lake Lipno in the Czech Republic are very picturesque - there are rocks, forest-covered mountains, etc. In summer it is very comfortable to relax on the lake. The air temperature does not exceed +30 ° C, and the water warms up to +22 ° C.
  4. Orlitskoye reservoir. It is located 70 km from Prague and is formed by 3 water arteries of the capital - Vltava, Otava and Luzhnitsa. The reservoir has existed since 1961 and in size is second only to Lake Lipno. Its depth reaches 70 m, in this indicator the reservoir takes a leading place. Along the reservoir there are beaches with a total length of almost 10 km. Orlik-Vystrkov is considered to be the largest resort town near Orlitsky reservoir. There are 2 hotels, bars, restaurants, swimming pools, volleyball courts, tennis courts, etc.
  5. Lake Slaves . The fifth largest lake in the Czech Republic is an artificial reservoir formed in this place after construction in the middle of the 20th century near the village of Slapy dam. This was done to protect the capital from floods. Lake Slapa, like Lipno and Orlik, is located along the Vltava River, but is nearest to Prague. Here are very picturesque surroundings, although the infrastructure for recreation is still inferior to the above-mentioned Makhovo and Lipno. On the lake there are rental stations for yachts, catamarans, water bicycles, etc. Here you can go diving, windsurfing, fishing, cycling, horseback riding or visiting the Alberto Cliff Reserve. For accommodation on the lake there are several campsites, standing near the shore. For a more comfortable stay, you can offer to stay in holiday homes in the nearest settlements.
  6. Odesel Lake. It is located in the west of the Czech Republic, in the Pilsen region. It was formed as a result of the landslide in May 1872. The lake and its surroundings are protected areas and protected by the state.
  7. Lake Kamentsovo. It is located in the north-western part of the country, in the Ustetsky Krai, at an altitude of 337 m above sea level. It received the name "Dead Sea of ​​the Czech Republic" because of the presence of 1% of alum, which makes the lake's waters completely lifeless. The water in Kamentsovo is clean and transparent. The lake attracts quite a lot of tourists in the summer season. Nearby is the town of Chomutov with a popular zoo.
  8. Lake Barbora. Located in the vicinity of the spa town of Teplice and is curative, because replenished with underground mineral springs. There are a lot of fish in the waters of the lake. For more than 10 years, an aqua complex has been working on the shore, and a yacht club with 40 vessels has been opened, which can be rented. On the Barbora lake, competitions are often held, lovers of diving and surfing come here. On the beach is a beach with sun loungers and umbrellas, within walking distance there are cafes and restaurants. From the center of Teplice to Barbora can be reached in a few minutes by car or taxi.
  9. Lake Light. It is located in the south of the city ​​of Třebo и and is one of the largest in the Czech Republic. Near the lake there is a park, and on the shore there is a big beach. Tourists are attracted by the opportunity to swim by canoe or fish (Lake Light is very rich in fish, there are carp, bream, perch, roach, etc.). For those who want to learn more about these regions around Lake Svet, the cognitive route "The Road around the World" is laid.
  10. Lake Rožmberk. It is located 6 km from the town of Trebon, in the Olomouc district. Lake Rožmberk is part of UNESCO's conservation areas as a biosphere reserve. In Rozhmberk, carp are bred. Still only 500 m from the lake there is the Rožmber bastion - a two-storey brick building with an old facade decorated in the Renaissance style.
  11. Devil's Lake. It is the largest glacial lake in the Czech Republic. It is located under the Lake Mountain and is difficult to access. Since 1933, Chertovo, along with the Black Lake, located nearby, have become part of the National Nature Reserve.
  12. Prashela Lake. It belongs to the number of 5 glacial lakes in the area of Sumava . It is located 3.5 km from the villages of Slunečne and Prasila, under the mountain Polednik, at a level of 1080 m. In Prashela lake in the Czech Republic there is clear and cold water. From the height it seems blue-green and rather deep. The waters from Prashila Lake flow into the Kremelne River, and from there to Otava, Vltava and Labu.
  13. Lake Laka. The glacial lake is an oval form near the Pleshna mountain in the territory of the Sumava reserve. It is located at an altitude of 1096 m above sea level, occupies an area of ​​2.8 hectares and has a maximum depth of only 4 m. Around pine forests grow. On the water surface there are floating islets. In summer, you can go rafting, take a walk, ride a bike, in winter ski runs are laid.
  14. Lake Pleshnya . It is one of the five glacial lakes in the area of ​​Šumava, on the territory of Novo Plets Municipality. It is located near the top of the Pleh, at a level of 1090 m. The Pleshnya has the shape of an elongated ellipse and covers an area of ​​7.5 hectares. The maximum depth is 18 m. Coniferous forests surround Pleshnya Lake from all sides. On them are laid hiking and cycling routes. In addition, there is a monument to the beloved people of the Czech poet Styfer, dating from 1877.