Lakes and dams Budča

The area of Štiavnické vrchy is also known because gold was mined here a long time ago. Energy was needed for its mining, which led to the construction of "tajchy" (artificial water reservoirs). One of the popular and well-known reservoirs in this area is Halčiansky tajch, also known as Halčianske jazero. Come and enjoy your summer holiday right in the village of Banská Belá.

The sun-drenched forest environment and high temperatures will be appreciated by every single holidaymaker in Banská Belá. Right in this village lies an undiscovered treasure of the region, which was created in the second half of the 18th century by damming a stream. This stream flowed in from the settlement of Halča, which belonged to Banská Belá. The original purpose of the reservoir was to power stamp mills and metallurgical facilities in the local village as well as in the Kozelnícka dolina. In 1909, the reservoir was handed over to the Vysoká banícka a lesnícka škola v Banskej Štiavnici. Later, the reservoir served for fish breeding and fishing.

Halčiansky tajch is an artificially created water reservoir. Many locals use it for recreational purposes because it is not as heavily sought after. You enjoy relative peace, solitude, and perfect relaxation here thanks to its more secluded location compared to other lakes. The depth of the reservoir is 13 meters, which is also great for fish farming. Spanning an area of more than 4 hectares, you will easily find your own little spot for sunbathing.

As we have already mentioned, the lake also serves fishing purposes. In addition to breeding, fishing is also permitted here. Within the overall environment, it forms an important landscape feature. Take in the surrounding views and notice the viaduct from the dam, over which a train occasionally passes. To fully enjoy your stay with joy, we recommend booking accommodation near Halčianske jazero. Plan your holiday during the second Saturday of July and rest assured that a fantastic experience awaits you. Every year, a wooden crocodile is retrieved from the lake during a special event.

The village of Banská Belá is an attractive destination from a tourism perspective. Nearby is the district town of Banská Štiavnica, which offers numerous historical monuments and other interesting attractions. It is nice to have a coffee or ice cream at Námestie Svätej Trojice and enjoy the architecture of this ancient mining town. On the way, you can stop and explore the exhibitions at Kaštieľ Svätý Anton. On the way back, try horseback riding at Ranč Nádej. The best solution for you will be to book a chalet near Banská Belá, from where swimming and discovering the surrounding beauty will be right at your fingertips. Will you accept the offer for this type of holiday in Slovakia?

Klinger is one of the most beautiful tajchs (artificial water reservoirs) in the Banská Štiavnica region. It is located near the popular Banské múzeum v prírode. Beautiful, at times almost turquoise water uniquely embedded in the natural environment makes it an ideal place for relaxation. Although the water in the tajch is somewhat cooler, it lies in the lap of unspoiled nature, surrounded by nearby forests. It is therefore a sought-after location for families with children as well. You can reach tajch Klinger via a pleasant walk.

It was artificially created in 1759 as a source of energy water for the Ondrej and Žigmund shafts. Its maximum depth is 21 meters. Later, in 1850, by decision of the ministry of the former Vienna government, a swimming facility was built at this location to "ensure the health and cleanliness of the mining folk." Given the era at the time, various restrictions applied. An interesting one was the scheduling of swimming times, which were set for women in the morning and for men in the afternoon.

A historical point of interest is that due to necessary repair work, the first Slovak surface railway track was built here in the 1830s. Tajch Klinger was even depicted on Slovak postage stamps in 2003 as an important technical monument.

Tourists exploring the surroundings consider the Klinger reservoir to be merely a kind of "resting station," since after crossing the dam you reach a trail. With a manageable incline along the collapse pit (former Weiden shaft) and the former Amálka shaft, it leads you to the old mining settlement of Horná Roveň. From there, you will enjoy incredible views of the ancient Štiavnica stratovolcano as well as Sitno peak.

Banská Štiavnica rightfully ranks among the most beautiful Slovak towns. Directly in the town, but also in its immediate surroundings, there are so many attractions that a single day will guaranteed not be enough for your visit. We recommend booking a stay on the page accommodation Banská Štiavnica and perhaps planning the rest of your stay while relaxing by the tajch.