Dospat Reservoir

The Dospat Reservoir is an artificial lake in the western Rhodope Mountains of Bulgaria, stretching for 19 kilometers through forested mountain slopes. Deep water sits between steep shores lined with coniferous trees and rocky ridges.

Construction finished in 1968 to become part of a larger hydroelectric system. Since then, the facility has generated power from water flowing between the mountains.

Anglers come here to fish for perch and trout in the cool waters, often using spinning lures or flies. This style of fishing has become part of local life since the waters filled with fish.

Four mountain roads lead to surrounding towns, with some routes featuring steep curves and narrow sections. Ask locals about the best approaches depending on where you are coming from.

Sitting at 1200 meters above sea level, this reservoir can hold 449 million cubic meters of water. It is the second largest of its kind in the country, filling a wide valley between peaks.

Location: Dospat

Location: Sarnitsa

Inception: 1968

Elevation above the sea: 1,200.5 m

Part of: Dospat-Vacha Cascade

GPS coordinates: 41.69833,24.08611

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:31