Cábské jezero
Water
Cábské jezero is an artificially created melioration reservoir located in the picturesque landscape between Malá Bystřice, Valašská Bystřice, and the Vsacký Cáb tourist hut. Despite its name, which suggests a lake, it functions more like a pond or dam, yet its romantic surroundings and unique ecosystem make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

🏞️ Cábské jezero is an artificially created melioration reservoir, known for its romantic surroundings and unique ecosystem.
🔍 Despite its name, it functions more like a pond or dam, easily drained by a sluice gate.

Why Go

💖 Enjoy romantic surroundings and unique ecosystem
🚶‍♀️ Explore paths and trails winding through ancient forests
🌿 Discover diverse aquatic and terrestrial species
🧘‍♀️ Relax by the water and immerse yourself in nature

Why Avoid

⚠️ Not a natural lake, but an artificial reservoir
🚫 May not appeal if you're expecting a large, natural body of water

Hours

🗓️ Freely accessible year-round

Cost

💰 Free access, no admission fees

Getting There

🚗 By Car: From road 57, turn left in Bystřička, then right below Bystřička reservoir dam. Continue towards Valašská Bystřice. Turn right behind the church in Valašská Bystřice. Park after 1 km at the end of this dead-end road.
🚶‍♀️ On Foot: From parking, walk 2.6 km on the red tourist route to "Pod Ptáčnicí" signpost. Turn right onto the yellow tourist route towards Santov. After ~1 km, a sign "Cábské jezero" points left onto a forest path. Continue ~800 m to the lake.
🚲 Cycling: Located 800 m south of route 6119.
🥾 Hiking: Located 800 m south of the yellow marked trail ▣ Cáb - Ptáčnice - Santov - Velká Lhota - Na Štěpánově.

Parking

🅿️ Free parking available at the end of the dead-end road in Valašská Bystřice, about 1 km past the church.

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