Lämmijärv

Lämmijärv, also known as Lake Lämmi or Lake Pskov, is a shallow freshwater lake located in Estonia and Russia. It is the southernmost and smallest of the three major lakes that form the Pskov-Chudskoye Lake system, which also includes Lake Chudskoye (Peipsi-Pihkva) and Lake Pskovskoye (Pihkva). Lämmijärv lies between these two larger bodies of water, connected to Lake Chudskoye by a narrow strait and to Lake Pskovskoye by the Great Gate (Suurväin) strait.

The lake has a surface area of approximately 230 square kilometers. Its deepest point is around 15 meters, though its average depth is considerably less, contributing to its classification as a shallow lake. The shores of Lämmijärv are generally low-lying and marshy, with reed beds being a common feature. The lake is fed by several small rivers and streams, and its waters drain into the larger lakes of the system.

Economically, Lämmijärv is important for local fishing, with species such as perch, bream, and pike being common. The lake also holds some recreational value, though it is less frequented than its larger neighbors. Due to its shallow nature and location, Lämmijärv can experience significant temperature fluctuations throughout the year. The surrounding areas are a mix of agricultural land and natural wetlands.