Boskovice Water Reservoir
Vodní nádrž Boskovice
Water
The Boskovice Water Reservoir is a significant technical structure located east of Boskovice, primarily built for flood control, water accumulation, and electricity generation, though it was originally intended as a drinking water source.

📜 A significant rockfill dam and water reservoir, built for flood control and water accumulation.
🔍 Features a small hydropower plant and educational trail boards.

Why Go

🌊 Explore a large water reservoir (53.3 hectares) east of Boskovice
🚶‍♀️ Walk or cycle across the impressive 305-meter long dam (April-September)
🏞️ Enjoy nature and learn about the reservoir's history and purpose
💡 See a technical monument that helps manage the Dyjsko-Svratecká water system

Why Avoid

🚫 No swimming or water sports allowed due to first-degree protection zones
⚠️ Dam access is seasonal, only from April to September
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Not suitable if you're looking for water-based recreational activities

Managed By

🏢 Povodí Moravy, part of the Dyjsko-Svratecká water management system
🏛️ Boskovice Municipal Office manages the pedestrian path across the dam

Getting There

📍 Situated east of Boskovice, in the valley below the village of Vratíkov
🚗 New road from Boskovice to Vratíkov passes along the left bank of the reservoir

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water reservoirdamoutdoorcyclinghikingnaturetechnical monumentflood control