Destinations / Czech Republic / Vltava and Elbe
During a cruise on the Vltava and Elbe rivers you will get to know our republic from a completely different angle. So if you want to experience the country you think you know like the back of your hand from a completely different perspective, rent a houseboat! If you rent a houseboat, you can have a houseboat one day in Slapy, the next day in Týn nad Vltavou and the third day be on board a houseboat in Prague.
What to look forward to and what not to miss during a cruise on the Vltava and Elbe
Týn nad Vltavou — less than 30 km from the metropolis of South Bohemia, České Budějovice, lies the picturesque town of Týn nad Vltavou. The historic centre of the town, where the Church of St. James, the town hall and the castle building are located, is a town conservation area.
Prague — a historical jewel in the heart of Europe. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. Admire the panorama of Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in the world, during a cruise on the Vltava River. As the fifth most visited city in Europe, it certainly has much to offer both culturally and historically.
Kralupy nad Vltavou — this town lies on both sides of the Vltava River and is approximately 20 km from Prague. Be sure to visit the local museum, which, in addition to archaeological findings, is also dedicated to the personality of the Czech poet Jaroslav Seifert.
Mělník — 30 km north of Prague lies the town of Mělník on the right bank of the Elbe River opposite the mouth of the Vltava River. The town of Mělník was founded in the 13th century. It was permanently declared a town almost a hundred years later by Charles IV, who also had vines imported from Burgundy and Champagne, a turning point for the wine industry in Mělník.
Litoměřice — Litoměřice is one of the oldest Czech towns and therefore its historic core is a conservation area. Terezín, which became infamous during World War II, is also worth a visit. The town lies on both sides of the Elbe River, which naturally divides it into the Small and Large Fortresses.
Poděbrady — about 50 km east of Prague lies the spa town of Poděbrady. The town is situated in the lowlands of the Elbe region. There is a stone castle here, which was built by King Přemysl Otakar II. and over time this castle was converted into a chateau. At the beginning of the 20th century it was converted into a castle. In the early 20th century, 3 mineral springs were drilled here and since then Poděbrady has been known for its as a spa town where diseases of the heart and circulatory system are treated.
Remember, houseboats on the Vltava and Elbe rivers are no longer a rarity.
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