Údolní nádrž Skalka
Vodni nádrž Skalka
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Přehrada Skalka, located west of Cheb on the Ohře River, is a popular recreational area offering excellent conditions for water sports, fishing, and swimming. Built between 1962-1964, it features a pontoon lido in Podhoří for swimming and boat rentals, as well as numerous sandy beaches.

🌊 Vodní nádrž Skalka, a large reservoir west of Cheb on the Ohře River, was built between 1962 and 1964.
🗺️ Its surface stretches 9.2 km, even reaching into neighboring Germany.

Why Go

🎣 Excellent conditions for sport fishing and nearly all types of water sports
🏊‍♀️ Enjoy swimming at the pontoon lido in Podhoří, complete with boat rentals
🏖️ Discover numerous sandy beaches along the forested shores
🌳 Explore a flat, forested, and protected valley

Why Avoid

⚠️ Cyanobacteria (sinice) can be an issue during hot days

💰 Cost

Absolutely free to visit!

⏰ Recommended Time

Plan for about 3 hours to fully enjoy the area.

🐾 Wildlife

Keep an eye out for beavers in the surrounding area, especially on Lesní potok and the Odrava river.

ℹ️ Managed By

Managed by Informační centrum Cheb.

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outdoorwater sportsfishingswimmingnaturereservoirfamily-friendly