Matějovský Pond
Matějovský rybník
Water
Explore Matějovský Pond, a significant natural habitat for diverse protected wildlife and a site for fish farming, nestled in the scenic Žďár nad Sázavou district.

🏞️ Matějovský Pond is situated on the route from Žďár nad Sázavou to Budeč, at an elevation of 569 meters above sea level.
🎣 This large body of water is actively used for fish farming and is a significant natural habitat for protected animals and plants.

Why Go

🌿 Explore a rich habitat for diverse protected wildlife, including otters, amphibians, reptiles, and numerous rare bird species.
📜 Learn about its history as a peat mining site until 1970, with peat bogs reaching depths of 4.5 meters.
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy a scenic walk along the educational nature trail that passes by the pond.

Why Avoid

⚠️ The original nature trail directly around Matějovský Pond has been removed.