Cerknica Lake, Slovenian Littoral Region, Slovenia
4.0 (40 reviews) Spent More than 3 hours Ranking #1 in Kras Bodies of Water
Winter Beauty ~ Time wasted at the lake is time well spent.
Lake Cerknica is one of the largest intermittent lakes in Europe. It appears every year on the karst polje (plain), caught between the Javorniki hills and the Bloke plateau on one side, and Mount Slivnica on the other. During the dry season, the lake disappears, which enables paddling, fishing, hiking or grass mowing in the same area in just one year. The lake normally stays on the Cerknica plain for about eight months a year. Water usually spreads over the surface of 20 km2, but at its fullest, the lake covers a surface of about 26 km2. When full, Lake Cerknica becomes the largest lake in Slovenia.
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Dolenje jezero, Cerknica 1380 Slovenia
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http://www.notranjski-park.si/narava/naravne-znamenitosti/cerknisko-jezero
Current local date and time now
Sunday, May 12, 2024, 18:20
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4.0 based on (40 reviews)
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5Ana 5:00 PM Jan 19, 2017
The lake that disappears and reappears! A true wonder of nature. Its biodiversity is truly exceptional.
Lake Cerknica (Cerkniško jezero) is an intermittent lake in southwestern Slovenia. The lake is present for the most part of the year and when full, it is the largest lake in the country and one of the largest intermittent lakes in Europe. The plain is surrounded by the Dinaric Alps (Javornik Hills to the south and Slivnica to the north). When the lake is completely drained its bed is speedily covered with rich vegetation. The lake is an important wildlife resort, especially as a nesting place for many bird species. Lake Cerknica has been designated as a wetland of international importance because of its significance for the preservation of endangered flora and fauna. Also, it's rich in fish, which disappear and return with the water and home for mammal species. Botanically, it is distinguished by amphibious plants. Various water sports are popular on the lake. Rowing, fishing, biking, walking, bird watching, boating, ice skating and a lot more. The changing shape and size of the lake provides a different and unique experience every time. Perfect for an easy and wonderful stroll surrounded by nature. Great place to cycle. Suitable for all ages. Lots of photo ops! Recommended.
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3Miha P 5:00 PM Aug 14, 2017
Hot summer
Dry land with meadows is far less attractive than rainy season with water in the lake or winter with ice. There are some dusty roads with pedestrians or people with bikes. They can travel around and visit a kind of a museum – restaurant in Dolenje Jezero. It is a shame that Cerknica is without decent Visitor’s center. Visitors can’t know enough about different plants, flowers or birds from the area.
