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Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Autokemp Slapy Skalice: simple campsite by Slapy Reservoir with swimming and cabins
Autokemp Slapy Skalice lies on the left bank of Slapy Reservoir about 35 km south of Prague. It offers tent and caravan pitches, four-bed cabins, small apartments, studios, apartments, swimming access, a restaurant and a shared kitchen.
Vysočina and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, Czechia
Traily Vír: natural enduro, XC loops and viewpoints above the Svratka valley
Traily Vír in the Vysočina Region is a natural trail area in the steep hills around the Svratka River and Vír Reservoir. It suits riders who like enduro sections, technical descents, XC loops, gravel routes and honest climbing.
Vysočina and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, Czechia
Cyklo aréna Vysočina: singletracks by Vysočina Arena for children, handbikers and technical riders
Cyklo aréna Vysočina in Nové Město na Moravě offers a varied singletrack network next to the famous Vysočina Arena, from children’s and handbike-friendly routes to blue, red, orange and black technical trails.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
SingleTrails Bílá: Beskydy trails with Zbojník chairlift, wooden bridges and views
SingleTrails Bílá is a compact lift-assisted trail area at Ski Areál Bílá in the Beskydy Mountains. It offers the blue flow Refresh trail, red freeride Rock’n’Roll, an easy connector, an uphill route to Zbojnická and a skills centre for beginners.
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň, Czechia
Bike Area Zadov: Šumava enduro trails, Mini Bike Park and Kobyla chairlift
Bike Area Zadov is a smaller Šumava biking area for mountain bikes, e-bikes and families. It combines trails near the Zadov–Kobyla chairlift, easier blue options, a red MTB/e-bike route, longer trip routes and a Mini Bike Park by the lower lift station.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Bikepark Kouty: Moravian gravity classic with a six-seat chairlift and 500 metres of descent
Bikepark Kouty in the Jeseníky Mountains offers four long trails, from the blue Uhlířská through the red Hřebenovka and Stará Medvědice to the black downhill Koutíkův sen.
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň, Czechia
Bikepark Špičák: Šumava classic with chairlift, flow trail and technical downhill
Bikepark Špičák near Železná Ruda is one of the best-known Czech bikeparks. It offers a chairlift, the easier Good Year Family Line, natural Black Friday, technical Struggle, Air-Stone, Jump Park, Skill Center and an uphill trail to the summit.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
Trailpark Kyčerka / Traily Velké Karlovice: natural Wallachian trails without lift-served fuss
Kyčerka in Velké Karlovice now works more like a natural trail area than a classic lift-served bikepark. Expect smaller Wallachian trails, a start near Kyčerka parking and the need to check current trail status before travelling.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
Bike Aréna Vsetín: Wallachian singletrails in Semetín for families and experienced riders
Bike Aréna Vsetín is a singletrail area in Semetín, Vsetín. It offers over 20 km of natural trails from easier family routes to playful flow and more technical sections with stones, berms, jumps and wooden bridges.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Bikepark Monínec: flow, downhill and jumps near Prague
Bikepark Monínec is a compact lift-served bikepark in Central Bohemia for beginners, families and more experienced riders. Its branches and alternatives let you combine flow, downhill and jumps.
West Bohemia, Pilsen and the Spa Triangle, Czechia
TrailPark Plešivec: Ore Mountains bikepark with chairlift, flow trails and black enduro lines
TrailPark Plešivec offers 15 km of lift-served trails in the Ore Mountains. Expect the easy blue Helen trail, playful red lines Niki and Rock n Rolla, enduro sections, black technical trails and jump lines for experienced riders.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Trail Park Dolní Morava: flow, enduro and Mammoth Trail below Králický Sněžník
Trail Park Dolní Morava offers over 30 km of lift-served trails, from the family-friendly Mlýnský Trail to flow lines, enduro sections and black expert routes. It suits families, intermediate riders and experienced bikers looking for technical riding and jumps.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Autocamp Skalice Slapy: a campsite on the left bank of Slapy Reservoir near Prague
Autocamp Skalice lies on the left bank of Slapy Reservoir, about 35 km south of Prague. It offers cabins, apartments, bedsits, studios, tent and caravan pitches, a floating pontoon swimming area, restaurant and classic summer lakeside atmosphere.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Kemp Stříbrný rybník: water, forests and an active stay near Hradec Králové
Kemp Stříbrný rybník sits in Malšova Lhota on the edge of Hradec Králové, between a natural swimming area, sandy beaches and the city forests. It offers cabins, mobile homes, glamping tents, treehouses, own tents and caravans, a restaurant, Kolobar, rentals and adventure activities.
West Bohemia, Pilsen and the Spa Triangle, Czechia
Kemp Keramika: a relaxed campsite by Hracholusky Reservoir near Plzeň
Kemp Keramika sits on the shore of Hracholusky Reservoir, about 15 km west of Plzeň. It offers cabins, mobile homes, hobbit houses, tent and caravan areas, a restaurant, kiosk, minigolf, boat rental, paddleboards and a summer music programme.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Autocamping Rozkoš: a large campsite by the “East Bohemian Sea” near Grandmother’s Valley
Autocamping Rozkoš in Česká Skalice lies directly by Rozkoš Reservoir, often nicknamed the East Bohemian Sea. It offers a tent area, caravan and motorhome pitches, cabins, apartments, restaurants, beach facilities and a great base for Grandmother’s Valley and the Kladské pomezí region.
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň, Czechia
Camping Olšina: a quieter family campsite on Lake Lipno near Černá v Pošumaví
Camping Olšina sits directly on the Lipno Reservoir near Černá v Pošumaví. It offers a terraced site with its own beach, tent and caravan pitches, small and large cabins, mobile homes, a restaurant, shop, boat and bike rental and a quieter family atmosphere.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
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.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Lake Barbora: swimming near Teplice in a flooded mine with clear water and Ore Mountains views
Lake Barbora near Oldřichov is one of the best natural swimming spots in the Teplice region. It offers two beaches, deep clear water, Eurocamp facilities, a dog-friendly beach, water sports and surprisingly usable public transport.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Autocamp Osek: a quieter campsite below the Ore Mountains with cabins, bungalows and a natural pool
Autocamp Osek lies below the Ore Mountains near Teplice. It suits families, caravan travellers, tent campers and trips to Osek Monastery, Rýzmburk castle ruins or the forests towards Dlouhá Louka.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Eurocamp Barbora: a lakeside campsite with tent pitches, caravan spaces and cabins
Eurocamp Barbora in Oldřichov near Jeníkov sits directly by Lake Barbora in the Teplice region. It offers caravan and motorhome pitches, a small number of tent pitches, family cabins, showers included, refreshments at the Yacht Club and access to the beaches.
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň, Czechia
Bikepark Špičák: a Šumava classic with lift, technical trails and Struggle
Bikepark Špičák near Železná Ruda is one of the Czech classics: lift access, technical downhill, the friendlier Good Year Family Line, jumps, a skill centre and harder lines such as Struggle and Air-Stone.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Bikepark Tanvaldský Špičák: Jizera Mountains flow trails with a lift and a new jump trail
Tanvaldský Špičák is a lift-served bike park in the Jizera Mountains with roughly 12 km of one-way trails. It suits skilled children, beginners and more experienced riders looking for flow, berms, stone sections and a new rollable jump trail.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Bikepark Kopřivná: a lift-served Jeseníky bike park from family flow to Dirtzilla
Bikepark Kopřivná in Malá Morávka offers a lift, 9 trails, a skills centre, rental, service and lines for children, beginners and experienced riders. It can be friendly, but Gravity Line, DH and Dirtzilla are not places for ego without protection.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
Singletrail Moravský kras: family-friendly trails above Jedovnice that can still bite
Singletrail Moravský kras near Jedovnice offers three forest circuits above Olšovec. It suits beginners, families and riders looking for playful berms, jumps and a slightly sharper third loop without lift-served bike park chaos.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
ATC Merkur Pasohlávky: a large South Moravian campsite by lagoons, Pálava and Nové Mlýny
Autokemp Merkur in Pasohlávky is a huge summer campsite with two lagoons, beaches, tent and caravan areas, fixed accommodation, restaurants, sports and evening entertainment. Great for an active summer, less ideal if you want monastic silence in peak season.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Camp Dolce near Trutnov: a family campsite by the water with beach and solid facilities
Camp Dolce is a large family-oriented campsite in Oblanov near Trutnov, with swimming, a grassy beach, restaurant, kiosks, sports areas and space for tents, caravans and motorhomes. It works well for families, longer stays and as a summer base for exploring the foothills of the Giant Mountains.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Trutnov Trails: raw MTB trails from blue flow to black technical lines
A natural trail network near Trutnov with easy blue routes for warm-up and very technical red and black sections for stronger riders. Expect pedalling, rocks, roots and plenty of character rather than a polished lift-served bike park.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Rychleby Trails: technical MTB riding in the wild Rychleby Mountains
Rychleby Trails in Černá Voda are one of Czechia’s most distinctive MTB trail areas, with technical stone trails, modern flow sections, legendary Superflow, rocky Wales, bouldery Velryba, easier beginner loops, a skills centre, bike rental, bike school, refreshments and a strong Rychleby Mountain atmosphere.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Komárovský Pond near Branžež: swimming, campsites and Bohemian Paradise rocks
Komárovský Pond near Branžež is a popular swimming spot in the western part of Bohemian Paradise, with sandy bottom, gradual water entry, campsites and cottage areas, pine forests, sandstone rocks and trips to Drábské světničky, Valečov, Mužský, Příhrazské Rocks, Kost Castle or Plakánek Valley.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Autocamp Sedmihorky: family campsite below Hruboskalsko in Bohemian Paradise
Autocamp Sedmihorky is one of the best-known campsites in Bohemian Paradise, located by Bažantník Pond and right below Hruboskalsko Rock Town. It offers tent meadows, caravan pitches, cabins, mobile homes, pre-pitched tents, restaurant, kiosks, indoor playroom, playgrounds, swimming and family programmes.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Singltrek pod Smrkem: legendary Jizera Mountain trails for families and experienced riders
Singltrek pod Smrkem is one of Czechia’s best-known trail areas, with more than 60 km of natural one-way MTB trails between Nové Město pod Smrkem, Lázně Libverda and the Polish side of the Jizera Mountains, plus Singltrek Centrum, rental, service, refreshments, a swimming pool and camping facilities.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Jinolice Ponds: swimming below Prachov Rocks in Bohemian Paradise
Jinolice Ponds are one of the most pleasant summer places in Bohemian Paradise, with swimming in Oborský Pond, sandy beaches with gradual entry, campsites, restaurants, stands, sports rental, fishing and a great location just below Prachov Rocks and close to Jičín.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Pastviny Reservoir: swimming, campsites and pedal boats in the Orlické Mountains
Pastviny Reservoir on the Divoká Orlice is one of the nicest swimming places in the Orlické Mountain foothills, with wooded shores, beaches, campsites, pedal boat and small boat rentals, fishing, cycling trips, dam views and a relaxed summer mountain atmosphere by the water.
Vysočina and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, Czechia
Dalešice Reservoir and Wilsonka: swimming, Horácko boat and Wilson's Rock viewpoint
Dalešice Reservoir is one of the most scenic water spots in Vysočina. Around Wilsonka near Hartvíkovice you will find campsite and beach facilities, boat and pedal boat rental, boat transport, views of Wilson's Rock, a deep Jihlava River valley, wooded shores and trips towards Kramolín, Koněšín, Třesov or Dalešice brewery.
West Bohemia, Pilsen and the Spa Triangle, Czechia
Hracholusky Reservoir: swimming, campsites, pedal boats and a boat trip near Plzeň
Hracholusky Reservoir is one of the main summer water spots in the Plzeň Region, with sandy and grassy beaches, campsites, refreshments, pedal boat and paddleboard rentals, water sports, fishing, an excursion boat, wooded shores and trips to the Pňovany Bridge, Stříbro or Kladruby.
Vysočina and the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands, Czechia
Velké Dářko: the “Sea of Vysočina”, sandy shores and windsurfing in the Žďárské vrchy Highlands
Velké Dářko is the largest pond in the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands and one of Vysočina’s best-known swimming spots, with sandy and grassy shores, shallow peat-coloured water, campsites, refreshments, sailing, windsurfing, paddleboards, peat-bog walks and cycling trips.
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň, Czechia
Camping Lipno Modřín: campsite by the beach, cycle path and attractions in Lipno nad Vltavou
Camping Lipno Modřín is a large family campsite directly by Lake Lipno, with a private beach, tent, caravan and motorhome pitches, yurts, electric hook-ups, restaurant, outdoor kitchen, showers, washing machines, pedal boat and sports equipment rental, animation programmes and cycle/inline path access.
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň, Czechia
Bikepark Lipno: family-friendly bikepark with lift, flow trails and rental by the Lipno Reservoir
Bikepark Lipno is a family-oriented bikepark in Lipno nad Vltavou, with the Střecha chairlift for bike transport, a 1.8 km blue trail, a harder 1.2 km red trail, about 180 m of vertical drop, berms, rollers, jumps, rock sections, wooden features and downhill bike rental.
South Bohemia, Český Krumlov and Třeboň, Czechia
Lipno nad Vltavou: public beach, marina and swimming at South Bohemia’s “sea”
The public beach in Lipno nad Vltavou is one of the most practical swimming spots on the Lipno Reservoir, with grassy shores, a gentle sandy entry, refreshments, playgrounds, boat rentals, Marina Lipno, a pier, cycle paths and many nearby trips.
West Bohemia, Pilsen and the Spa Triangle, Czechia
Trail Park Klínovec: long flow trails, lift access and mountain biking in the Ore Mountains
Trail Park Klínovec is one of Czechia’s best-known bike parks, with the Mapy.com Express chairlift, around 30 km of trails in four difficulty levels, long flow trails Azur, Rubin and Baron, technical sections, bike rental, bike school, service, showers, refreshments and free parking.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
Holiday Park Vranovská pláž: campsite by the Moravian Adriatic
Holiday Park Vranovská pláž is a large campsite and recreation area directly by the Vranov Reservoir, with tent pitches, caravan sites, cabins, mobile homes, restaurants, shops, kitchens, beach access, a toboggan, rentals and boat trips.
Brno and South Moravia, Czechia
Vranov Reservoir: the Moravian Adriatic, Vranovská pláž and boats below Bítov
Vranov Reservoir is one of South Moravia’s best-known summer spots, with warm water, Vranovská pláž beach, campsites, boat transport, boat and pedal boat rentals, water sports, wooded shores and trips to Bítov or Vranov nad Dyjí Château.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Pískovna Náklo: a Haná-style Adriatic near Olomouc with clear water and a wake park
Pískovna Náklo is a large flooded gravel-sand quarry between Náklo and Lhota nad Moravou, near Olomouc and Litovel. It offers clean water, grassy-sandy beaches, refreshments, toilets, fishing, paddleboards, wakeboarding and seasonal parking.
Olomouc, Central Moravia and the Jeseníky Mountains, Czechia
Lom Výkleky: clear quarry swimming in Central Moravia with a new paid regime
Lom Výkleky near Olomouc and Přerov is one of the best-known natural swimming spots in Central Moravia, with clear water, rocky banks, diving, refreshments, parking and a paid visitor regime introduced from the 2025 season.
East Bohemia, Krkonoše and the Orlické Mountains, Czechia
Seč Reservoir: swimming, island views, campsites and trips in the Iron Mountains
Seč Reservoir is one of the most popular summer water spots in the Pardubice Region, with swimming, campsites, pedal boat, rowing boat and paddleboard rental, water sports, fishing, island views, Oheb castle ruins, wooded Iron Mountains shores and trips around Seč, Hoješín and Ústupky.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Slapy: Ždáň and Nová Živohošť – swimming, boats and a classic summer escape near Prague
The Slapy Reservoir is one of the best-known summer escapes from Prague. Ždáň and Nová Živohošť offer grassy and partly sandy beaches, gradual water entry, boat transport, rentals, campsites, refreshments and classic reservoir atmosphere.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Lake Konětopy: a clear sand-quarry lake between Prague, Brandýs and Mělník
Lake Konětopy is a popular flooded sand quarry between Konětopy and Dřísy, with clear water, sandy and grassy beaches, refreshments, toilets, a playground, fishing and a paid area regime without dogs.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Lake Sadská: free sand-quarry swimming with a nudist beach and dogs allowed
Lake Sadská is a former sand quarry near Nymburk and Poděbrady. It offers free swimming, a sandy beach with gradual water entry, grassy and shaded banks, a nudist beach, refreshments, seasonal paid parking and dogs allowed.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Lake Lhota: sandy natural swimming in pine woods near Prague
Lake Lhota is one of the best-known natural swimming spots near Prague, with clear water, sandy and grassy beaches, pine shade, a nudist beach, sports facilities, refreshments and a large car park.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Kamencové Lake in Chomutov: unusual water, city beach and Zoopark trip
Kamencové Lake in Chomutov is an unusual natural swimming area with beaches, a pier, campsite, sports facilities and rental of pedal boats, rowing boats and paddleboards. It works well with a visit to Zoopark Chomutov.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Lake Barbora: clear swimming, diving and beaches near Teplice
Lake Barbora near Oldřichov is one of the best-known natural swimming spots near Teplice, with clear deep water, beaches, Eurocamp facilities, refreshments, a nudist area, diving and water sports.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Lake Most: clear swimming above a vanished city
Lake Most is a large reclaimed lake on the site of the former Ležáky brown-coal mine. It offers free swimming access, free parking, a pebble main beach, food stands, playgrounds, dog beaches, water sports and a 9 km loop around the lake.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Lake Milada: clean swimming in a reclaimed landscape near Ústí nad Labem
Lake Milada is a large reclaimed lake near Ústí nad Labem, created after brown-coal mining. It offers free-style swimming access, pebble beaches, piers, cycling and inline routes, plus wide views of the surrounding hills.
North Bohemia, Liberec and Bohemian Switzerland, Czechia
Lake Mácha: Czech summer by beaches, pines and boats
Lake Mácha is one of the Czech Republic’s classic summer destinations, with sandy beaches in Doksy, Klůček and Staré Splavy, boat trips, campsites, attractions and views towards Bezděz Castle.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Biotop Lhotka: chlorine-free natural swimming in Prague 4
Biotop Lhotka is a paid natural swimming area in Prague 4 with biologically filtered water, lawns, changing rooms, showers, refreshments and good public transport access.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Džbán Reservoir: swimming, leisure area and wake park near Divoká Šárka
Džbán is a well-known Prague reservoir near Divoká Šárka. The old northern swimming area should be checked carefully, but the south bank offers a leisure area, swimming, refreshments and Wake Park Džbán.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Biotop Radotín: chlorine-free natural swimming on the edge of Prague
Biotop Radotín is a paid natural swimming area in Prague where water is filtered biologically without chlorine. It suits families, morning swimmers and relaxed summer afternoons.
Prague and Central Bohemia, Czechia
Hostivař Reservoir: natural swimming in Prague between beach, forest and cycle path
Hostivař Reservoir is one of Prague’s best-known natural swimming spots, with a paid beach, separate nudist beach, snack stands, sports facilities and freer swimming on the opposite bank.
Julian Alps: Bled, Bohinj and Kranjska Gora, Slovenia
Bled Castle: the best view over Lake Bled
Bled Castle stands high above one of Slovenia’s most famous lakes. It is not only a historic site, but also one of the best viewpoints over Lake Bled, the island and the Alps.
Lisbon, Sintra and the Tagus Region, Portugal
Pena Palace in Sintra: a colourful fairytale above Lisbon
Pena Palace is Sintra’s most striking landmark: a colourful Romantic palace on a hill, combining royal history, viewpoints, forest paths and fairytale architecture.
Paris and Île-de-France, France
Eiffel Tower: the Paris classic that still works
The Eiffel Tower is Paris’s most famous symbol. Even if you know it from thousands of photos, the views, Trocadéro approach and Champ de Mars atmosphere are still worth experiencing.
Lika, Velebit and Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Plitvice Lakes: Croatia’s classic world of waterfalls and turquoise water
Plitvice Lakes are one of Croatia’s most beautiful natural sights, with wooden boardwalks, cascades, lakes and waterfalls far from the usual Adriatic beach route.
Barcelona, Catalonia and the Costa Brava, Spain
Sagrada Família: Gaudí’s Unfinished Symbol of Barcelona
Sagrada Família is Barcelona’s most iconic landmark and one of Europe’s most remarkable buildings. It is ideal for first-time visitors, architecture lovers and travellers who want to see Gaudí on the grandest scale.