Lake Bicaz (Izvorul Muntelui)
Lacul Izvorul Muntelui
The largest artificial lake in Romania, about 31 km long, with Ceahlău Massif reflected in its surface; take a boat trip or drive along the shore.
Lake Bicaz, also called the 'Mountain Spring Lake', formed in the 1950s and 1960s when the Bicaz Dam blocked the Bistrița River. It covers about 33 square km, with the Ceahlău Massif on its western shore. In summer, you can take a boat from Bicaz harbour or a lakeside resort, or rent a speedboat. The lakeshore road offers broad views, with several lookouts and a small chapel. It lies about 40 km from Red Lake and works well as a circuit combined with the dam and Ceahlău Massif in one day.
Opening hours
Open all day; boat trips run in summer
Nearby sights
- Bicaz Dam
- Ceahlău Massif (Toaca Peak)
- Duruitoarea Waterfall
- Durău Monastery
- Șugău Gorges
- Bicaz Gorges
- Piatra Altarului
- Suhardul Mic