With an area of 2.84 km2 (1.10 sq mi) it is the largest pond in the region and therefore is called a lake, despite its artificial origin.

Lake Mácha is located in the municipal territory of Doksy in the Liberec Region.

The pond lies in the Kokořínsko – Máchův kraj Protected Landscape Area.

The modern name refers to the romantic poet Karel Hynek Mácha, who was charmed by the surrounding landscape and located the basis of his most famous poem Máj here.

The pond is also used for sport fishing and yachting, and in the winter season the frozen water area is used for ice skating and cross-country skiing.

[1] Lake Mácha appeared in several films, including The Devil's Mistress (2016) and The Painted Bird (2019).