Křišťálová studánka, Natural water well in Slavkov, Czech Republic
Křišťálová studánka is a natural spring in the forest near Slavkov, protected by a stone well structure that gathers the water as it emerges from the ground. The clear water feeds a small stream that flows into the surrounding landscape.
The spring has been known for centuries and was used by local people for water supply. Over time, it was equipped with a well structure to better protect the water and make it more accessible.
Czech poet Josef Václav Sládek incorporated references to this type of spring in his nature-focused poem 'Lesní studánka' about forest water sources.
You can reach the spring by walking on a forest path that starts from nearby Road 360. Parking is available for cars and bicycles in the area.
The water flows into a stream that is part of a larger water system in the region. The spring sits at about 700 meters elevation and contributes to the local watershed network.
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