Linting Lake in Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra Province

One of the major vacation spots in Deli Serdang Regency is called Linting Lake and it is recommended for those who look for both serenity and beauty. This beautiful lake is located in Rumah Rih Village and it resides in Sinembah Tanjung Muda Hulu Sub-District. In terms of beauty, it won’t lose to that of Toba Lake indeed. Not to mention visitors can also learn an interesting history related to the lake during the visit later. The only challenge is that they must pass through a difficult landscape and route in order to get to the lake. Have no worries. It is worth the effort.

The Nuance
Now, let’s talk about the nuance. At a glance, Linting Lake looks peaceful and secluded. However, it becomes crowded during weekends and holidays. The water looks luring and beautiful, featuring green Tosca color. The lake is also surrounded by trees and grassy landscape, actually. According to the expert, the depth of the lake is about 100 meters! It is quite disappointing that tourists are not allowed to swim or play in it, though. The good thing is the locals have built several food stands where visitors can buy foods and drinks!

Exploring Linting Lake
The first reason to come to Linting Lake is to learn the history. Tourists can get the information either from the local guide or the locals, actually. It is said the lake has a mystical history and interesting legend about Indonesia. According to the locals, the lake is guarded by a sacred creature and no one is allowed to swim in it. Another story says that the lake was once a big pile of land. Due to a mysterious explosion, though. It formed a giant basin and was filled with water over time. No wonder, the lake was formed afterward.

The next reason to visit Linting Lake is none other than the serenity. People take advantage of the lake’s peaceful nuance to relax and spend their vacation peacefully. Some people even choose the site to eradicate stresses and bad moods, in fact. Even though visitors need to pay the entrance fee, they won’t regret the rewards that they are going to get later. Not to mention the lake is surrounded by shady trees, which make it more soothing for relaxation.

For the information, Linting Lake contains a little bit of sulfur. No wonder, the water feels warm and comfy. It is a little bit disappointing that tourists are not allowed to get in the water, though. Have no worries. As an alternative, visitors can simply sit by the lake and enjoy the nuance comfortably with their families. Somehow, eating together on the site would be fun too.

Nearby Attractions

• Pelangi Indah Waterfall
• Tarunggang Waterfall

How to Get There
First things come first. Tourists should get to Deli Serdang Regency first regardless of where they come from. For those coming from Medan City, the trip takes around 1 hour and 3 minutes as the distance is 25.3 km. The best route to take is Pertahanan Patumbak Street. From Deli Serdang, the last destination is Rumah Rih Village at Sinembah Tanjung Muda Hulu Sub-District where the lake resides. This trip may take about 59 minutes, as the distance is 25.9 km. For a faster trip, tourists should take Talun Kenas – Patumbak Street.

Where to Stay

• Martrew Hotel
• Danau Lintang Cottage