Vrbenský Lake

Vrbenský is a small lake in the Souš cadastral area, part of the city of Most in the Ústí nad Labem region of the Czech Republic. Unlike the popular public bathing lakes around Most, Vrbenský operates as a private fishing venue, making it a destination for anglers rather than beachgoers.

How did Vrbenský lake come to be?

The lake in its current form did not always exist as a single body of water. Decades ago, a subsidence of the terrain caused three smaller ponds in the area to merge into one larger basin. This origin explains the lake's irregular, jagged shoreline — in several spots, traces of the earlier, separate pools are still visible.

How big is the lake, and what lies beneath its surface?

Vrbenský covers an area of roughly 8 hectares, with a maximum depth of around 8 meters in places. The lakebed is largely muddy and sandy. In several areas, entire submerged trees and bushes remain underwater, left over from the land that existed before the site was flooded. Fish readily use these underwater structures as shelter, which directly shapes how anglers approach the water.

What draws anglers to Vrbenský?

The lake has operated as a fishing venue since April 1, 2003. Along its shoreline, several numbered fishing spots have been laid out (numbered 1 through 6), and the individual spots differ in layout and equipment — some come with their own pier, while others, such as spot number 4, can accommodate a larger group of anglers fishing at the same time. Fishing permits are purchased on site, from the venue's administrators at the entrance.

Who is this place for?

Vrbenský suits anglers who value a quiet, low-key setting away from the busier, open bathing lakes elsewhere around Most. The division of the shoreline into designated, numbered spots means this isn't a typical beach destination or a site for mass recreational swimming — it's a venue built primarily for anglers who take fishing seriously and are willing to pay for comfort and predictable conditions on the water.

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is Vrbenský lake located? In the Souš cadastral area, part of the city of Most, in the Ústí nad Labem region.

Is Vrbenský a natural lake? It is a basin formed decades ago when a subsidence of the terrain merged three smaller ponds into a single body of water.

How big is Vrbenský lake? It covers approximately 8 hectares, with a maximum depth of about 8 meters.

Can you fish at Vrbenský lake? Yes, it has operated as a private fishing venue since April 1, 2003, with several numbered fishing spots (1 through 6). Permits are purchased on site.

What lies beneath the surface of Vrbenský lake? In several places, entire submerged trees and bushes remain underwater, providing natural shelter for fish.