Rabí Quarry
Lom Rabí
Water
Parking available
A historic limestone quarry near Rabí, used since the Middle Ages for mining and lime production. Now a popular spot for refreshing wild swimming, offering beautiful views. Entry is unofficial and at your own risk.

📜 A historic limestone quarry, used since the Middle Ages for mining and lime production.
🏞️ Now a popular spot for wild swimming with clear emerald water.

Why Go

🏊‍♀️ Swim in beautifully clear, emerald water surrounded by nature.
🧘‍♀️ Enjoy a quiet, relaxing place with a small gravel beach.
🤸‍♂️ Jump from cliffs into the water on one side.
📸 Discover beautiful views from the viewpoint above the quarry.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Entry is unofficial and at your own risk, despite signs prohibiting access.
🤢 Water quality can worsen on hot summer days (murky, algae, fishy smell).
🏖️ Beach is small with limited shade.
🚚 Expect some noise from trucks on the nearby road and a concrete plant in the back part of the quarry.

Checklist

👙 Swimsuit and towel
👟 Water shoes (the beach is gravelly)
🧴 Sunscreen

Cost

💰 Free.

Getting There

🚶‍♀️ Located about 1 km from Rabí, on the main road towards Sušice.
🚧 Access is unofficial – look for a hole in the fence.

🅿️ Parking

🚗 Plenty of room to park your car along the side of the road right next to the quarry.

🚻 Toilets

🚫 No public facilities here.

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