Lakes
Lake Rożnowskie, also known as the Rożnów Reservoir, is a dammed lake on the Dunajec river in Lesser Poland, completed in 1941. Stretching for over a dozen kilometres through the Rożnów Foothills, it is one of the most popular sailing waters in southern Poland.
The immediate trigger for building the dam was the catastrophic flood of 1934. The reservoir was meant to even out the Dunajec flows and dampen flood waves reaching the Vistula. A hydroelectric plant operates at the dam in Rożnów, and the embankments offer a viewpoint over the whole lake.
In summer yachts and cruise boats cross the water, with marinas in Rożnów, Gródek nad Dunajcem and Znamirowice. Around the reservoir you will find swimming areas, kayak rentals and cycling routes. The ruins of Rożnów Castle, towering above the water, are worth a visit.
It takes about 25 minutes to drive from Nowy Sącz and about 1.5 hours from Kraków. In season, access and parking depend on the chosen shore; on weekends an early arrival is recommended. Boat cruises operate seasonally, so check the current timetable before travelling.
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