Kolpašské large lake

Kolpašské large lake, colloquially called Bansky Studenec, according to the municipality in whose territory is situated, surrounded by a beautiful countryside of the Pohronie region and Štiavnické Hills. If you seek quiet, not crowded natural swimming pool, this site is to cut out. It is 6 km east of Banska Stiavnica.

It is an artificial reservoir - tajch, which was built for the needs of mining in the 18th century. In Bansky Studenec there are two side by side lying Kolpašské (Studenské) lakes. At present, the smaller of the two is used mainly for fishing. Larger lake is also designed for summer recreation. The water in the lake is constantly monitored and is of sufficient quality for bathing. On the bank, vacationers will find here even changing rooms. These two lakes are among the warmest former mining lakes in Banska Stiavnica region.

In 2015, one part of the lakeshore was rebuilt into a modern beach with a new pier which particularly families with children will appreciate.

Service facilities for vacationers can be found near the bank. There you can find also small cottages for rent.