Fehérvárcsurgó reservoir, Stausee in Ungarn
The Fehérvárcsurgó reservoir is a water storage lake in the Bakony region of Hungary that stretches like a long, gentle body of water through a narrow valley. The shores are surrounded by green fields and small woods, with normally calm and clear water.
The reservoir was built in the early 1970s for flood control and to supply water to the local area. The Romans had already constructed a dam on Gaja Creek in the 2nd century to secure drinking water and for bathing purposes.
The name comes from the nearby village of Fehérvárcsurgó. Local anglers shape the place today, arriving early or late in the day to fish and share stories with each other.
The reservoir is easy to reach year-round by bus stopping in Fehérvárcsurgó or by car using free parking areas at the dam and shoreline. The marked trails around the water are simple to walk and suitable for families and beginners.
During construction, archaeological remains were discovered, including ancient terraces and Roman pottery. Beavers have built homes between the gorge and the reservoir, adding to the area's natural diversity.
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