About Lake Resorts
MÁCHOVO JEZERO
Máchovo Lake is big recreation area (350 hectares) on the eastern outskirts of the Bohemian Paradise. Founded in 1366 by the Emperor Charles IV. Surrounded by beautiful pine forests with two rocky islands its banks are used for recreation purposes: sandy beaches, bathing, water sports, windsurfing and yachting. 8 km from the Máchovo Lake there are the ruins of Bezděz Castle on top of large outstanding hill (604 m) with Gothic chapel and 40 m high Big Tower with panoramic views of the countryside.
ORLÍK
Orlík Lake is a dam on the Vltava River app. 70 km south of Prague surrounded by beautiful pine forests with several rocky islands, its banks are used for recreation purposes: sandy beaches, bathing, water sports, windsurfing and yachting. You can visit Orlík Castle situated on the hill, which offers a gorgeous panoramic view of the countryside.
Orlík Castle is a medieval castle in a Neo-Gothic Style. Its interiors house remarkable collections of items compiled by the Schwarzenberg family. The collection of rifles dates from the17th to 20th century and the beautiful large park can be seen there. You can also visit Zvíkov Castle built in the 13th century in a Gothic Style as one of the most important castles. You can travel by a steam boat between both castles in summer.