Gajševsko jezero Lake- Ljutomer

Route Description

Gajševsko jezero Lake is an accumulation lake situated on the Ščavnica River. It lies between the town of Gajševci and the town of Grabe pri Ljutomeru in the municipality of Križevci. It is a result of the 1973 construction of a dam on the Ščavnica River and it became a reservoir for floodwaters. During normal water levels, it is shallow and muddy, with an average depth of less than 3 meters (9 feet).

This lake is the largest and richest fishing area around here. The fishing regime is managed by the Ljutomer Fishing Club, which maintains 10 hectares of the lake as a fish reserve. There are many predatory fish swimming around, such as carps and catfish.

Due to its flat location and relatively constant winds, Gajševsko jezero Lake is popular among surfers, who come in large numbers from all over Slovenia and the surrounding countries when there are suitable wind conditions. Unfortunately, the water itself is quite polluted, and it is additionally overloaded with fish, so swimming is not recommended. Never mind that, the nature around the lake is more interesting anyway.

There is a very nicely arranged sandy path lined with wooden planks and it is four kilometres (2.8 milers) long. The diverse wildlife can make any child giddy with excitement and the path is easy enough for toddlers as well.

You can leave your car by the road, in a marked parking lot.