Lake Naplás
Artificial lake in Budapest, Hungary
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Lake Naplás (Hungarian: Naplás-tó, officially called Szilas-pataki flood control reservoir) is the largest lake of Budapest. The lake is artificial, surrounded by the second largest natural reserve of Budapest, including a moorland and a forest. Rare flora and fauna could be found here, therefore it has been a protected since 1997. It is the natural habitat of the European pond turtle. The lake itself is a fishing lake, but there are hiking and biking trails around it. It can be reached from the city by car or bike, or by the nearby public transportation.[1]
| Lake Naplás | |
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  Lake Naplás Location within Hungary | |
| Location | Budapest, 16th district |
| Coordinates | 47°30′34″N 19°14′47″E |
| Szilas-patak | |
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| Basin countries | Hungary |
Surface area | 16 hectares (40 acres) |
| Settlements | Budapest |
