| Name | Petelinjsko Lake |
| Full Address | Slovenija, Notranjska, Petelinjsko jezero |
| Koordinate | 45.703525, 14.223672 |
| Spletna stran/vir | visit site |
Petelinjsko Lake is one of the intermittent lakes in the Pivka Basin and, according to official sources, the second largest in the group, while the water usually stays here the longest.
The lake is a natural phenomenon that fills during high water and then gradually dries out. Official tourism and nature-park sources emphasize that the area belongs to the Seasonal Lakes of Pivka Nature Park and offers a dynamic karst landscape that changes through the year.
Another highlight is its ecological value: the official park source notes that the endemic karst fairy shrimp Chirocephalus croata lives here and nowhere else in the world. That makes the lake especially interesting when it is full, while still being safely accessible from marked paths.
The lake does not have a classic entrance gate or opening hours like a museum. It is best visited in daylight and dry weather, ideally combined with a stop at the Ecomuseum of the Seasonal Lakes of Pivka in Slovenska vas. For groups, guided walks to the lake are available by arrangement according to the official source.
Petelinjsko Lake is well suited to a calm nature outing, landscape viewing, and photography. Because water levels are seasonal, check the official lake status before you go.
Opening hours: no fixed opening hours; access depends on natural conditions. For guided visits, check with the operator.
Duration: 1–2 hours, longer if combined with the Ecomuseum.
Difficulty: easy to moderate, depending on the route and ground conditions.
Stroller: not reliably suitable; check the route on site.
Dogs: check with the operator; leashes are recommended.
Parking: check the official location and signed parking nearby.
Toilets: not stated at the lake itself; check with the Ecomuseum or operator.
Food: available in the wider Pivka area; check locally.
Best season: spring and periods of higher water; check the official source for current conditions.
Entry: no entry fee is listed for the lake itself; check the official price list for guided programs and the Ecomuseum. Warning: seasonal hours and prices should always be checked on the official site.
We verify details against official sources and structure them as a practical guide. Always reconfirm changing information with the operator.
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