Stausee Dobra, reservoir in Austria
Stausee Dobra is a large reservoir in Lower Austria that stretches for about 5 kilometers below the Ottenstein dam and is surrounded by high rock cliffs and thick coniferous forests. The water is clean and calm, with two designated swimming areas and numerous spots suitable for boating and fishing activities.
The reservoir was created several decades ago to hold water for local use and control water flow for agriculture and industry. The medieval Dobra Castle, whose ruins stand high above the water on a jutting promontory, dates back much earlier and now serves as a historical focal point for visitors.
The name Dobra comes from a Slavic word meaning forest. Visitors today experience this place as a spot where local communities gather for relaxation, combining outdoor recreation with exploration of the medieval ruins that overlook the water.
The reservoir is easily accessible by car, with a nearby campground offering boat rentals and fishing licenses required and available for purchase on site. Swimming is best on warm days, and there are good paths around the shoreline for walking and cycling.
The reservoir is known throughout Europe among anglers for its exceptionally large fish, including pike over 140 centimeters long and zander exceeding one meter. Additionally, thrill-seekers can experience the Big Fly, a steel cable slide stretching nearly 400 meters across the water that offers a unique perspective of the lake from above.
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