Flooded Granite Quarries Defurovy Lažany
Zatopené žulové lomy Defurovy Lažany
Parking available
Explore the unique flooded granite quarries of Defurovy Lažany, known for rich aquatic life and serene pine forests, with strict entry rules for Quarry I due to active mining.

🏞️ Two flooded granite quarries near Defurovy Lažany.
🐟 Rich fish life and serene pine forests.
⚠️ Quarry I has strict entry and swimming prohibition due to active mining.

Why Go

🌊 See beautiful flooded quarries
🎣 Enjoy fishing for various fish species
🌲 Walk through peaceful pine forests
🏊‍♀️ Pleasant swimming in Quarry II with easy water entry

Why Avoid

⚠️ Strict entry and swimming prohibition in Quarry I
🚫 Unmarked paths to the quarries
🗑️ Some areas may have litter
🚧 Underwater steel cables pose risk for divers

Tips

⏳ Allow 2 hours for a visit.
💧 Water visibility around 1 meter, can vary.
👥 Can be crowded in summer.

Swimming

🚫 Strictly prohibited in Quarry I.
✅ Quarry II offers pleasant swimming in relatively clean water.

🅿️ Parking

🚗 Available on the main road or closer via a dirt path.
📍 Approximately 500 meters from the main road.
🗺️ Directions from Defurovy Lažany towards Plánice, then right to Kvášňovice, then a path to the forest.