Ponti Lake is a picturesque artificial reservoir located in the village of Turygino (Ramensky district, Moscow region). His story begins not so long ago, in the summer of 2011. The main use of the reservoir is paid fishing. And it is worth noting that even the most demanding fishermen will not be disappointed.
Short description
Lake Ponti (see photo in the article) is not very large. Its area is only 1.7 hectares, and the maximum depth reaches 5.5 meters. The width of the reservoir is 180 m, the length varies from 60 to 120 m. However, despite its relatively small size, the lake is popular with tourists, and the main reason for this is organized paid fishing.
The reservoir is part of a large fishing and tourist complex, in the territory of which a large number of various services are presented. The unusual, European name of the lake, as the workers of the complex say, is associated with the rare name of the father of its owner (Pantelei).
Conditions for tourists
The bottom of the lake is predominantly sandy, and there are also separate silty places. The water is clean, clear. Vegetation is almost completely absent, with the exception of the coastal zone. Small shrubs are rarely found here.
The beach is convenient for descent, gentle. Large and small gazebos surround Lake Ponti all around. Reviews of tourists indicate: everything is done here in order to maximize the level of comfort. People who want to enjoy not only fishing can comfortably accommodate in gazebos and enjoy outdoor recreation. In some places there are bridges that facilitate access to water.
Fish wealth
Since Ponti is an artificial body of water used mainly for tourism, the lake is home to a wide variety of fish, such as grass carp, carp, pike, catfish, trout, sturgeon, common carp, crucian carp, and among them are both young and adults individuals.
Infrastructure
On the surface of the reservoir is equipped with a small fountain. On the shore there is a hotel with a banquet hall, a separate cottage, a large free parking, a cafe with a veranda, a mini-zoo, as well as other tourist facilities (playgrounds, barbecue facilities, a bathhouse). In addition, a rental of various fishing gear, including equipment and complementary foods, was organized at the base.
Offers for fishermen
Ponti Lake is a favorite fishing destination. You can fish from the shore or from a specially equipped bridge, while the water area is divided into "branches" in which this or that species of fish lives. Several times in the territory of the Ponti complex fishing competitions were held. The cost of this type of entertainment is small, only 100 rubles per hour. However, there is one small caveat: all fish caught are paid separately.
Impressions of vacationers
Tourists visiting Lake Ponti praise not only the picturesque environment, but also the service. At this tourist base, all conditions are created for a complete, calm and relaxing outdoor recreation. Due to the developed infrastructure, the lake is popular both in the warm and in the cold season, so winter fishing enthusiasts are frequent visitors to this place.
Fishermen can not only enjoy their hobby, but also prepare their catch in specially equipped places for this, and in the absence of craving for cooking, you can use the services for cleaning and smoking fish.
Thus, being a man-made reservoir, Lake Ponti is a full-fledged tourist attraction, known mainly among fishermen, but at the same time a popular place for celebrations, banquets, and just for lovers of nature.