Počúvadlo Reservoir, Mining reservoir in Banská Štiavnica, Slovakia.
Počúvadlo is an artificial lake in the Štiavnica Mountains that stretches between green slopes and offers swimming in summer and winter sports during colder months. The water is framed by forested shores with small lodges and cottages scattered around its edges.
The reservoir was built in medieval times as one of several water storage systems created by miners to support their operations. This construction shows how the old mining community managed water for their working needs.
The water reflects the mountain landscape and invites walks on marked paths that reveal the region's mining heritage to visitors. Along these routes, you discover old mining techniques and geological features of the surrounding area.
Several accommodation options surround the reservoir, ranging from guesthouses to camping areas offering different comfort levels. The location is easy to reach and provides good starting points for hikes in all directions.
A popular hiking trail from here leads to Sitno peak, an old volcano with ruins of a medieval fortress at its summit. The route offers changing views and shows how closely mining and defense were connected in this region.
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