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Lake · Dedinky, Košice
Palcmanská Maša
A reservoir lake in the Hnilec River valley, next to Dedinky, with green‑blue water, surrounded by the Geravy limestone cliffs and crossed by the railway. There is a walking trail around it and swimming in summer, in cold water.
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About Palcmanská Maša
Palcmanská Maša is a reservoir lake in the Hnilec River valley, south of the Slovak Paradise, between the villages of Dedinky and Stratená. The water is green‑blue and is among the coldest reservoir lakes in Slovakia, due to the altitude and the shade from the mountains.
On one side the lake is bordered by the Geravy limestone cliffs, which rise almost vertically from the shore, and on the other by the houses and the beach of Dedinky. The railway line from Margecany crosses the water in a straight section, and a train passing over the lake is one of the most photographed images of the region, both from the shore and from surrounding hills.
A path circles the lake and offers a relaxed walk suitable for families with children, with benches and viewpoints toward the cliffs. In summer, Dedinky’s shore has access points for swimming, and trails leave from there that climb to viewpoints on the plateau.
In winter the lake freezes and the landscape is covered in snow, with cross‑country ski trails in the surroundings.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
One to two hours to walk around the lake with stops.
Best time
On sunny days, when the water color shows best; in summer, for the beach. To photograph the train over the lake, check the timetable and pick a spot on the shore opposite the village.
How to get there
It’s next to the village of Dedinky, a few minutes’ walk from the train stop. By car, there is parking near the shore.
Tip
Walk around the lake in the late afternoon, after visiting the Dobšiná Ice Cave. If you want to swim, enter slowly: the water is very cold even in August.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Palcmanská Maša
Where is Palcmanská Maša?
In the Hnilec River valley, next to the village of Dedinky, in the southern Slovak Paradise.
Can you walk around Palcmanská Maša on foot?
Yes. A path circles the lake with mostly flat sections, and the full loop takes one to two hours with stops.
How far is Palcmanská Maša from the Dobšiná Ice Cave?
About 6 km, following the road and the railway that run west along the Hnilec valley.