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.

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

Why Go

πŸš΄β€β™€οΈ Explore the future 13 km cycling path with thematic stops
πŸ’§ Enjoy the expansive 4 km long, 1.5 km wide lake with depths up to 57 meters
πŸ†“ Experience nature with free admission
πŸ¦… Look out for a planned pier and bird lookout

Why Avoid

🚧 Currently, tourist infrastructure is minimal as development is ongoing
πŸ—“οΈ Major cycling path construction starts January 2026, expect ongoing work

Cost

πŸ’° Free admission to Medard Lake.

Getting There

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Access on foot from Sokolov via a cycling path and former railway bridge.
πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ From Habartov, follow a path and descend to the perimeter road.
πŸ›£οΈ An access road from Svatava is planned for the future.

Managed By

πŸ›οΈ Operated by Obec Svatava (Municipality of Svatava).

Checklist

⏱️ Plan for approximately 2 hours for your visit.