About the Location & Route
One of five Czech glacial lakes nestled at 1,080 meters altitude, framed by a steep 150m granite kar wall.
Trip Highlights:
- Glacial lake at 1,080m
- Steep glacial cirque wall
- Pristine mountain solitude
- Trail connects to Poledník tower
Located south of Prášily village, Prášilské Lake is one of the most mesmerizing glacial wonders in Central Europe. Sitting at an elevation of 1,080 meters on the slopes of Poledník mountain, the lake was carved out during the ice age and reaches depths of 15 meters. The surrounding pristine spruce forest and solemn stone moraine embankments create an aura of pure primeval solitude.
Route Parameters
Distance from guesthouse:
8.5 km
Estimated duration:
3.5 h
Elevation:
1 080 m
GPS Coordinates:
49.0753597°, 13.3999158°
