Medard Lake

#172 among destinations in Czech Republic

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Medard is an artificial lake in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic, northwest of Sokolov, near Svatava and Habartov. The lake was created by flooding the former coal mine called Medard-Libík. The lake's surface area stretches 493 ha, its maximum depth is 50 m and the capacity is approximately 50 mil. m³. It is the largest lake in the Czech Republic. ()

Local name: Medard Area: 8.48 acres (0.0132 mi²)Length: 2.49 miWidth: 4921 ftMaximum depth: 164 ftElevation: 1138 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°10'45"N, 12°35'44"E

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KarlovarskýCzech Republic

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Medard Lake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hrad Hartenberg, Stadion FK Baník Sokolov, Sokolov, Kynšperk nad Ohří.

3.1 miN
Forts and castles
Hrad Hartenberg
78 min walk • Hartenberg is the ruin of a castle over the village of Hřebeny in the municipality of Josefov in the Karlovy Vary Region of the Czech Republic.
2.8 miE
Sport venue, Sport
Stadion FK Baník Sokolov
71 min walk • Stadion FK Baník Sokolov is a multi-purpose stadium in Sokolov, Czech Republic. It is mainly used for football matches and is the home ground of FK Baník Sokolov. The stadium holds 5,000 spectators, which, as of 2012, included 770 seated.
2.2 miE
Town
Sokolov
57 min walk • One of the highlights of Sokolov is its architectural heritage. The town boasts a plethora of beautiful buildings, ranging from Gothic and Baroque to Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Take a stroll through the historic center and marvel at the intricate details of...
5 miSW
Town
Kynšperk nad Ohří
127 min walk • One of the main attractions in Kynšperk nad Ohří is the Kynšperk Museum, which showcases the town's history and cultural heritage. Visitors can learn about the region's industrial past, as well as its traditions and customs.