🎣 Strženka, also known as Hádek, is a significant fishing pond and the first in the historical Bolevec Pond System, fed by the clean waters of Bolevec Stream.
📍 Uniquely located in the adjacent municipality of Chotíkov, Czech Republic, it plays a crucial role in the local landscape, retention, and recreation.
🏞️ Explore a picturesque pond covering 1.5 hectares, known for its clean water from forest stands, making it ideal for recreational activities.
🌲 Discover its distinctive landscape featuring coves, a peninsula, and dense pine forest, with recreational areas tolerated on the northern bank.
🚶♀️ Wander through the adjacent Petrovka Nature Reserve, a protected area known for its pseudokarst gully, ancient pine forest, peat bogs, and wetlands, rich in botanical and zoological diversity.
📜 Delve into its rich history, restored between 1949-1950 on the site of the older Klenovec pond, which vanished in the 18th century.
🐟 Enjoy fishing in a pond affectionately known as Hádek among locals, commemorating František Hádek's restoration efforts.
🚫 Limited amenities: no specific contact details, operating hours, or admission fees are provided for general visitors.
🧘♀️ Primarily a natural and historical site, not designed for extensive recreational facilities beyond fishing and walking.
📏 Catch and Release policy is strictly enforced for all fish.
🐟 Specific size limits apply: Carp 45-60 cm, Grass Carp (Amur) 50-65 cm.
🚫 Fishing is prohibited in the cove near the inflow.
👥 Fishing with guests is limited to a maximum of 2+2 rods.
🚗 Designated parking is available for members of the Fishing Association on the meadow to the left of the access road.
🚫 Free running and swimming for dogs are prohibited in the vicinity of the pond.
🌿 This protected area, encompassing the Bolevec Stream valley and surrounding pine forests, is vital for preserving the local Scots pine ecotype and ancient peat bogs.
🦋 Home to 207 species of vascular plants and 132 animal species, including rare ferns and orchids.
⚠️ While popular for walks and sports, visitors are asked to respect the protective regime of this sensitive ecosystem.