📜 The historic Bystřička Dam, a century-old water reservoir nestled in the beautiful Wallachian hills.
🔍 Originally built for flood protection and a planned canal, it now offers serene recreation, swimming, and fishing.
🚶♀️ Enjoy peaceful walks around the reservoir, approximately 5 km
🎣 Excellent spot for sport fishing directly from the dam
⛵️ Perfect for boating and water sports like yachting
🏖️ Relax on grassy and sandy beaches with gentle water entry in some areas
🚣♀️ Boat rentals available near the main beach
🌳 Explore the nearby Jan Karafiát Educational Trail
💰 Entry is free!
The dam features grassy and sandy beaches, with some areas offering a gentle slope into the water, while others can be steep. The water can be cold, especially as it's mountain water, and sometimes murky.
⚠️ The walking path around the reservoir is shared with cars, requiring caution
💧 Water can be murky, which might not be ideal for all swimmers
🥶 Mountain water can be very cold, even in summer
🚧 Some parts of the shore have steep entry into the water
🤫 Might feel too quiet if you're looking for a bustling tourist hub
💸 Free entry to the dam area.
🚗 Accessible via the I/57 road.
🚆 Train station available on the Hranice na Moravě – Púchov line.
🚌 Bus stop "Bystřička, Dolinky" serves the Dolinky campsite area.
🏛️ Operated by the Bystřička Municipal Office.
⏳ Constructed between 1908 and 1912, it's one of the oldest dams in the Morava river basin and the first valley dam in the Carpathian flysch.
⚙️ Features a gravity masonry dam and a small hydropower plant built in 1992.
🌊 Primarily functions for flood protection, sport fishing, and recreation.