Rybnik Reservoir was created by damming the river waters of Ruda in one of the districts of Rybnik. Its capacity is 22 million m³ and a total area is 4.5 km².

Around the reservoir there are among others:

– several yacht clubs,

– campsite,

– cafés,

– recreation centres,

– and the equestrian centre “Index”.

 

Recreation areas with playgrounds, beach and food stands have been made in some coastal zones.

In the vicinity there is the Rybnik Power Station.