Medard Lake
Jezero Medard na Sokolovsku
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Medard Lake, a large new lake formed after the cessation of mining in the Sokolov coal basin, is poised to become a significant center for recreational sports and leisure activities in the Karlovy Vary Region.

๐Ÿ“œ Medard Lake, a vast new lake formed after mining cessation in the Sokolov coal basin.
๐Ÿž๏ธ Spanning 500 hectares, it's set to become a major recreational hub in the Karlovy Vary Region.

Why Go

๐Ÿšดโ€โ™€๏ธ Explore the future 13 km cycling path with thematic stops
๐Ÿ’ง Enjoy the expansive 4 km long, 1.5 km wide lake with depths up to 57 meters
๐Ÿ†“ Experience nature with free admission
๐Ÿฆ… Look out for a planned pier and bird lookout

Why Avoid

๐Ÿšง Currently, tourist infrastructure is minimal as development is ongoing
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Major cycling path construction starts January 2026, expect ongoing work

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Free admission to Medard Lake.

Getting There

๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Access on foot from Sokolov via a cycling path and former railway bridge.
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™‚๏ธ From Habartov, follow a path and descend to the perimeter road.
๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ An access road from Svatava is planned for the future.

Managed By

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Operated by Obec Svatava (Municipality of Svatava).

Checklist

โฑ๏ธ Plan for approximately 2 hours for your visit.

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lakenatureoutdoorrecreationcyclingfuture developmentKarlovarskรฝ krajSokolovSvatavaHabartovfree admission