Camping

Camp Borný: Lake Mácha campsite with beach, tents, caravans and summer atmosphere

Camp Borný in Staré Splavy is one of the best-known campsites by Lake Mácha. It suits tents, caravans, motorhomes and simple apartment or caravan stays, with beach access, water sports, rentals and a lively summer mood.

Reading time:
8 min read
Verified on:
27/05/2026
Country:
Czechia
Region:
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland
Lake Mácha in the Borný area near Camp Borný
Photo: Novotný M. / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY 3.0, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons

Quick overview

Place type
camping
Time needed
48–120 hours
Opening hours
Operation and service availability are seasonal. The price list states that pitches for tents, motorhomes or own caravans are not reserved.
Booking recommended
Yes
Water quality
Lake Mácha is a natural recreational water body. In the main season, check current water quality and beach operation before swimming.
Best time
summer
Family friendly
Yes
Electric hookup
Yes
Kitchen
Yes
Showers
Yes
Restaurant
Yes

Who it suits

Camp Borný is a good choice if you want to stay close to Lake Mácha and enjoy a lively summer campsite. It works well for friends, families, tent campers, caravan travellers and anyone who wants beach time without commuting.

Accommodation

The campsite has space for own tents, caravans and motorhomes, plus apartments and operator caravans. Own tent, motorhome and caravan pitches are not reserved, so peak-season arrival time matters.

Prices

In the camping area, guests pay separately for people, tent or vehicle and electricity. Adult CZK 90/night, child 3–15 CZK 50/night, tent CZK 90/night, caravan CZK 150/night, motorhome CZK 200/night and electricity CZK 200/night. Apartments A/B are charged per person, while Apartment C is charged per room.

Beach and activities

The official website lists bike rental, pedal boats, electric boats, a rope park, windsurfing, paddleboards, a bouncy castle and trampolines. The beach entry is listed as free.

Getting there

By car, head to Staré Splavy, Borný. By public transport, use Staré Splavy railway station and continue on foot or by seasonal local transport. In summer, boat transport around Lake Mácha also stops at Borný.

Watch out

This is a lively summer campsite, not a silent retreat. In July and August, arrive early if you come with your own tent or caravan.

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Information verified on: 27/05/2026

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