České údolí Reservoir
Nádrž České údolí na Plzeňsku
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České údolí Reservoir, also known as Borská or Litická přehrada, is a two-kilometer long reservoir on the Radbuza river in the Plzeň region, offering a beautiful natural setting for recreation, fishing, and water sports. It features a popular cycle path connecting several local areas.

🌊 A two-kilometer long reservoir on the Radbuza river, also known as Borská or Litická přehrada.
🎣 Popular for recreation, fishing, cycling, and water sports in the Plzeň region.

Why Go

🏞️ Enjoy a beautiful natural setting for various outdoor activities
🚴‍♀️ Cycle along a popular path connecting Valcha, Lhota, and Dobřany
🎣 Excellent fishing opportunities in well-stocked waters
🚣‍♀️ Ideal for water sports and general recreation
🚶‍♀️ Easy access to the Litice bank for nearby recreational areas

History

🏗️ Projected in 1965, construction began in 1969
🗓️ Completed and operational since 1973

Technical Details

📏 Approximately 151 hectares total area
💧 Over 5 million m³ water volume
🚧 Earth dam with concrete blocks, two flaps, and bottom outlets
🌊 Designed to handle 293 m³/s flow, the anticipated hundred-year flood level

Features

🌉 Features an almost 100-meter long iron footbridge carrying a heavily used cycle path
🚴‍♀️ The cycle path forms a southern exit route from Plzeň
🏡 The Litice bank serves recreational purposes for the nearby Valcha cottage and recreational area

Estimated Visit Time

⏱️ Approximately 0.5 hours

Managed By

🏢 Operated by Povodí Vltavy, státní podnik závod Berounka

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outdoorrecreationfishingcyclingwater sportsdamlakenaturefamily-friendly