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Matka Canyon
68
1.5 miCanyons
St. Nikola Šiševski
2
0.8 miObservation Decks & Towers • Scenic Walking Areas
St Saviour
1
0.8 miScenic Walking Areas • Churches & Cathedrals
Tony Viewpoint
1
0.8 miMountains • Canyons
Monastery Holy Mother Of God
1
0.8 miScenic Walking Areas • Churches & Cathedrals
Mountain of Vodno
354
Mountains
Church of St. Panteleimon
138
Churches & Cathedrals
Brzanov Artisan Winery
51
Wineries & Vineyards
Matka Exhibition Center
1.3 miScience Museums
St. Nedela
1
1.5 miAncient Ruins • Scenic Walking Areas
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Zlatko M
Belgrade, Serbia76 contributions
May 2022
Very nice peace of nature. Dam was built on the river Treska back in 30s. You can have a long walk by the lake (it is a bit slippery or rough in some parts, make sure to wear proper shoes for hiking), have a break at the cafe-restaurant and take a boat ride.
We didn’t take a ride, but we were told that the right pick would be a longer and a bit more expensive ride which makes stop at the cave by the lake.
If you get there a bit earlier (till 11 AM) even on the weekend, there shouldn’t be problem with the parking (at least in May)
We didn’t take a ride, but we were told that the right pick would be a longer and a bit more expensive ride which makes stop at the cave by the lake.
If you get there a bit earlier (till 11 AM) even on the weekend, there shouldn’t be problem with the parking (at least in May)
Written May 10, 2022
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El Liron Salvaje
Bucharest233 contributions
Jan 2022
If you've ever been through the Danube gorge between Serbia and Romania, it's quite similar, although this one is much smaller. A boat ride with a stop by Vrelo cave
takes about an hour all in all (with about 35-40 mins spent on the water). Cost is 400 denars per person. One boat can accommodate up to 20 people.
Vrelo cave is one of the deepest underwater caves in Europe and the world (it is a must see!). Of course you will be exploring only the bit above the ground, so no worries. Interesting fact: its deepest point hasn't been reached yet.
takes about an hour all in all (with about 35-40 mins spent on the water). Cost is 400 denars per person. One boat can accommodate up to 20 people.
Vrelo cave is one of the deepest underwater caves in Europe and the world (it is a must see!). Of course you will be exploring only the bit above the ground, so no worries. Interesting fact: its deepest point hasn't been reached yet.
Written January 4, 2022
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bg564
Windhoek, Namibia702 contributions
Feb 2021
Went on a weekday so it wasn't too crowded. Nice path along the lake going up to where the cave is. There were a couple of restaurants so we were able to stop and get coffee and take a break. Very nice nature and peaceful especially when it isn't too crowded.
Written December 20, 2021
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Clara S
Madrid, Spain90 contributions
Oct 2021 • Family
It's a beautiful and peaceful path for walking and see the viewing. It's quite full of tourist but as everywhere you go jaja
Written October 18, 2021
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@Veg Style Travel
London, UK90 contributions
Sep 2021
A short bus ride (approx 45 mins) out of the city centre on bus 60 and we arrived a short walk from the canyon water.
We enjoyed strolling along the paths and then kayaking in the calm water.
We enjoyed strolling along the paths and then kayaking in the calm water.
Written October 1, 2021
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Igor_Zagreb
Zagreb, Croatia5 contributions
Aug 2021
I came alone ... beautiful nature ... Boat trip 20-25 minutes ... No one word about Canyon Matka from the Boat master ... OK, may be I expected too much .... But, yes ... beautiful ...
Written August 14, 2021
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robmmmkay
Basingstoke, UK130 contributions
Jul 2021
The lake is absolutely beautiful, and so are the restaurants and monasteries around there - and the boat ride to the cave is certainly a highlight not to be missed. It does get very busy at the lake, parking is difficult (even access via taxi) so there's plenty of walking and it gets hot! But regardless, don't miss it!
Written August 2, 2021
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Matvl
4,232 contributions
Jun 2021 • Solo
Matka Lake and canyon is a very picturesque area. Come armed with your bathing suit, the water is very cold but great for a dip. A couple of restaurant options and boats, canoes and so on available for hire. Bit of a rubbish road to get to the top and it is very busy on summer weekends; and unfortunately a fair bit of rubbish about. But still worth the visit.
Written July 31, 2021
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DGMSimoes
Lisbon, Portugal58 contributions
Jul 2021
Great place to enjoy nature by the lake. Just a few km away from Skopje we can find this natural beauty.
Boat trip in the lake is quite affordable and very enjoyable
Boat trip in the lake is quite affordable and very enjoyable
Written July 13, 2021
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Vika
Tallinn, Estonia5 contributions
We are planning to visit Skopje and the canyon at the beginning of November. Are there boat trips all year around and where I can find the timetable? Is it doable with an 1-year old baby? Not hiking of course, but when taxi drops us off it should be easy to get to the boat I hope, no climbing required etc. Any access with baby pram? Thank you in advance for the answers!
Cadnet91
Turku, Finland16 contributions
Hello, I’m not sure if they do it all year round, but there is a website i think it was matkacanyon or something, maybe there is better info.
There is a short walk, 200m, from taxi drop off to the boats, we went to the second boat stop, not the first, and the walk is ok with pram, might be a bit narrow, but accessible.
Boats go every hour or so, no timetable. There is a cafe restaurant where you can wait for next boat.
Be mindful that the boatride might be cold as hell!! We went in September 25C and I was freeeeeeezing!
tony_greek
Larnaca, Cyprus294 contributions
Θα ήθελα να μάθω τι θα πληρώσω για να επισκεφθώ την λίμνη από ξενοδοχείο Αρκα,.
mdrobiulislam4647
Skopje, Republic of North Macedonia5 contributions
Dali ima hotel za prenokuvanje? Kolku e po vecer?
muratba
Istanbul, Turkey53 contributions
There is no hotel unfortunately
Lisa_C_Malta
Santa Lucija, Malta218 contributions
Visiting Matka Canyon late March. Are boat trips available and what is the price and duration? Is there a minimum number of persons needed for boat to work? thanks
Bronwyn T
New South Wales, Australia25 contributions
We did lake matka boat trip in Sept 2018. Total 6 of us, cost couple 400 Denar trip took 30-40 mins worth it. Can't remember if number min/max
BP500
Berlin, Germany223 contributions
How reliable is bus no. 60? And is there a corruption ongoing between public buses and taxi drivers?
Beatriz M
Düsseldorf, Germany5,057 contributions
Yes it is reliable, I recommend using the app JPS which is the public transport for Skopje. There you have live tracking of the busses and you will know when it is coming and where. Check online for explanation on how to change the settings for English. It is very easy. I recommend it.
Dny85
Italy159 contributions
è possibile visitare il lago con la propria canoa? ci sono restrizioni?
teopratico
Milan, Italy40 contributions
e' possibile visitare il lago anche con propria canoa. quando lo abbiamo visitato noi noleggiando in loco kayak, abbiamo visto almeno altre 4 persone con altrettante canoe loro private
Lisa_C_Malta
Santa Lucija, Malta218 contributions
Thinking of staying at lake matka early march. Would you recommend? Would there still be snow and would it be too cold? Thanks
Ivana Č
Frydek-Mistek, Czech Republic53 contributions
will be very cold water and I do not think you can borrow kayak. but they have a boat trips there aslo..
dorapower
Valletta, Malta16 contributions
Hi, to use the bus from Matka to central Skopje, is it possible to pay directly the driver or you have to buy a travel card? If i have to use the travel card, can I buy it from Skopje's Airport or from Matka Canyon hotel? TY
Franck156
Stockholm, Sweden54 contributions
Just jump on the bus and ask if you can pay on the the bus. The answer will be no but the driver will let you go with the bus anyhow.
Hello what is the price of canoe for two person?
SundayX23
London, UK76 contributions
About 2 euros per person
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- Hotels near Lake Matka:
- (6.77 mi) Villa Vodno
- (7.35 mi) Hotel City Park
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- Restaurants near Lake Matka:
- (6.77 mi) Gostilnica Dukat
- (7.21 mi) Skopski Merak
- (7.99 mi) Old Town Brewery
- (0.91 mi) Fresh Lounge Bar
- (8.01 mi) Kaj Serdarot