Mohelno reservoir, reservoir in Mohelno, Czech Republic
Mohelno reservoir is a large dam-controlled water body in the Czech Republic built in 1977, stretching about 7 kilometers long. It holds water from the Jihlava River and connects to a pump station that supplies water to the nearby Dukovany Nuclear Power Station, making it part of a coordinated water management system.
Built in 1977 as part of the Dalešice waterworks project, the reservoir was created during a period of major infrastructure development in the late 20th century. It was designed to control flooding and supply water to nearby industries and power generation facilities.
The area reflects how water has shaped local life, with historic mills like Skryjský mlýn and Dukovanský mlýn still standing near the banks as reminders of grain-milling traditions. These stone structures show how communities once depended on the river's flow for their daily work.
Access is easy by public bus from nearby towns like Třebíč, with the main trail starting just a short walk from the bus stop. Bring comfortable walking shoes and water, especially for longer hikes, as shops along the trails are limited.
A notable feature is the Babylon viewing tower from the 1800s, built by a local nobleman and showing early romantic architecture. The tower rewards visitors with broad views over the land and water, though it is often only open on weekends seasonally.
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