Cukrovarský rybník
Cukrovarský rybník is a revitalized pond in Prague – Vinoř, originally built in the late 19th century for a sugar factory. It now serves ecological and landscape purposes, as well as being a sport fishing area managed by the Capital City Prague.

📜 A revitalized pond in Prague – Vinoř, originally built for a sugar factory.
🎣 Now a sport fishing area and ecological landscape feature.

Why Go

🌊 Enjoy a revitalized pond environment.
🎣 Sport fishing managed by Czech Anglers' Union.
🌳 Explore the pleasant bankside with alders.
🦆 Spot wild ducks and marsh frogs.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Fishing prohibited from the dam and rear part of the pond.
🏭 Limited natural value due to past human activity and landfills.
🧪 Sediments were historically contaminated, though cleaned.

Managed By

🏛️ Owned by Hlavní město Praha (Capital City Prague).
🌳 Managed by Lesy hl. m. Prahy (Forests of the Capital City Prague).
🎣 Sport fishing managed by Czech Anglers' Union, Prague territorial association.

Maintenance

🔍 Monthly inspections of technical dam structures.
💧 Water transparency measured regularly.
🌿 Regular mowing of dam and banks, greenery maintenance, and clean-up.

History

🏭 Created in late 19th century for a sugar factory.
♻️ Comprehensive revitalization started in 2012 after deterioration and silting.
🗑️ 5,000 m³ of contaminated sediment removed and deposited in a specialized landfill.
🐟 Another 2,000 m³ of sediment removed in 2019 after a viral fish disease.

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pondnaturefishingrevitalizedoutdoorPragueecology