- Location: Czech Republic, Prague
- Occurrence: XIV century
- Area: 2.84 square meters. km
- Average depth: 2,2 m
In 65 km from the Czech capital of Prague there is a beautiful Makhovo lake. On its shore, among the forests of the Rala Upland, lies a small town of Doksy, considered a favorite holiday destination for both locals and its guests.
History of the pond
Many believe that the beautiful Makhov lake in the Czech Republic , bordered by rocks and green hills, is of natural origin. In fact, this is not so. In the XIV century, the Czech king Charles IV decided to create his own body of water on this land. So in 1366 appeared Velki Rybnik (The Great Pond) - an artificial reservoir, which was first used for breeding fish. Gradually, these places were chosen for recreation by representatives of the Czech nobility.
And only in the last century the lake was renamed in Makhovo in honor of the Czech poet, who sang of this beauty. Since that time, there has been a sharp jump in the development of tourism in these places. Today Makhovo lake, which can be seen in the photo below - is a popular resort in the Czech Republic.
What is interesting about the pond and its surroundings?
Tourists come to Makhovo lake first of all in order to rest by the water in the fresh air. For this there are all the conditions:
- comfortable warm climate with summer temperatures + 25 ... +30 ºС;
- clean sandy beaches;
- all kinds of water attractions;
- walks on a motor ship, yacht or boat;
- tennis courts;
- field for mini-golf;
- equipped walking paths for cycling and hiking, laid among beautiful beech and pine forests.
Makhovo lake is famous for its fishing . However, here there are also its own peculiarities: it is forbidden to fish large fish, and if a big cupid or carp is caught on a fishing pole, it is supposed to be released into the water. The catch should not be larger than 70 cm in length. All caught fish should be paid, depending on its weight. Fishing gear can be obtained directly on the shore of the lake.
Not far from the lake you can visit interesting sights :
- the royal residence Bezděz, built in the Gothic style;
- the ancient castle of Friedland in the Renaissance style;
- museum of the history of the Lake of Makhov;
- Church of St. Bartholomew, built in the XVII century.
How to get to Lake Makhov?
The easiest way to get there is by rail. Past the city of Doksy is the train that follows from Bakov nad Jizerou to Cesky Lipu. On the lake there are boats that stop at each of the four beaches . And on the very town of Doksy can be moved by bicycle or taxi.