Kralice Reservoir
Vodní nádrž Kralice
Wheelchair accessible
The Kralice Reservoir, built in 1982 by damming the Chvojnice watercourse, is a significant water body near Kralice nad Oslavou. It features a 176m long, 9.8m high earth dam, a storage capacity of 375,900 m³, and a 10-hectare flooded area. Major repairs and desilting in 2013-2014 ensured its functionality and safety, and it's known for recreational amenities and as a habitat for protected animal species.

📜 Earth dam built in 1982 on Chvojnice watercourse, 176m long, 9.8m high.
🔍 Features 375,900 m³ storage, 10-hectare flooded area, underwent major repairs and desilting in 2013-2014. Known for flood control, fish farming, and protected animal species habitat.

Why Go

🌊 Explore a large reservoir with impressive engineering
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy tourist and cycle paths (route no. 5184)
🌳 Relax at the arbor with seating and a fireplace near the dam
🎣 Fisherman's paradise with trophy carp and grass carp (catch-and-release)

Why Avoid

⚠️ Eastern bank is overgrown and inaccessible
🚫 Fishing requires special permits, state permits not valid
🏊‍♀️ Swimming can be contentious with fishermen in some areas

Tips

🏊‍♀️ Best swimming spots are near the dam or a small meadow by the forestry cottage on the south-western bank
🚶‍♀️ Entry into the water in the western part of the dam is gradual with stones at the bottom

Cost

💰 No entrance fee for general access. Special permits required for fishing.

Hours

🕒 General access hours are unknown.

🅿️ Parking

Available very close to the reservoir. Wheelchair accessible parking available.

🚻 Toilets

Several portable toilets available.

🐕 Dog Friendly

Suitable for dogs.