Kamencové jezero Chomutov

Location: Mostecká 6102, 430 03 Chomutov · Ústí nad Labem Region

Category: natural bathing lake

A unique natural alum lake in Chomutov with beautifully clear water free of algae and aquatic animals, often called the Czech Dead Sea. The lake covers almost 16 ha, is 676 m long and up to 3.4 m deep. There are grassy and sandy beaches, piers, minigolf, table tennis, volleyball and paddleboard rental; a campsite is also part of the site.

Why visit this place?

• One account of its origin says the lake flooded the workings left by alum shale mining, which ran here from 1558 to 1785.
• The water holds dissolved alum and its pH is around 3, yet some thirty species of micro-organisms and insects still live in it.
• Allow roughly four hours; the programme is aimed at every age group from preschool to secondary school.
• There are 39 more tips within 25 km, enough to build a full-day trip.
• There is a dedicated programme for school groups, not just general admission.

Verified against: cs.wikipedia.org

Practical information

• Opening hours: Season 1 May – 30 September daily 9–19
• Typical visit: 240 min
• Admission: adults 70 CZK, children 50 CZK
• Suitable for: preschool (3–6), primary (6–10), lower secondary (10–15), secondary (15+)

For schools

Suitable for school trips and sports days during the summer season.

Official website: https://kamencovejezero.cz/

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