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45 campsites in Czech Republic

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Camping de Regenboog
Camping de Regenboog enjoys a beautiful location in the north of the Czech Republic and is only 5 km from the border of Germany. The campsite sits on 13 hectares, so the pitches are incredibly spacious. They also have log cabins for rent, which sleep up to 6 people.
Camping Aktief
Camping Aktief is a small, rural site on the outskirts of the village of Vernerovice. The campsite is close to the Polish border, east of the Krkonose (Giant) Mountains. The spectacular rock formations of Adrspach and Teplice nad Metuji are close at hand. There are just 36 pitches (20 with 6A electricity), located in a tranquil and protected area with many fruit trees. From the campsite, there are good views around the surrounding rolling meadows and hills. The friendly Dutch owners have developed Camping Aktief as an important hiking centre. Plenty of other activities are also organised here, and detailed walking and cycle routes are available (in Dutch). The owners, Bert and Mien van Kampen, are happy to share their knowledge of the local area, including some good restaurants. They also organise special tours, including visits to a local brewery and glassworks. Bikes, mountain bikes and fishing equipment are available for hire on site. In peak season, a weekly barbecue is organised.
Camping Oase Praha
Camping Oase Praha is an exceptional site, only five kilometres from Prague, with easy access between the site and the city. You can take the bus (from outside the site) or drive to the underground stop (ten minutes). The site has 120 pitches, all around 100 sq.m, with 6/12A electricity and 55 with water and drainage, on level, well-kept fields.
Camping Slunce Žandov
Away from larger towns, near the border with former East Germany, this is pleasant countryside with a wealth of Gothic and Renaissance castles. Žandov has nothing of particular interest but Camping Slunce is a popular campsite with local Czech people.
Camping Vidlak
Bordering a quiet lake in a peaceful valley, Camping Vidlak offers only 50 pitches each over 150 sq.m. all with 10A electricity. The owners live in the main building all year round and welcome their guests personally. Most of the pitches have a clear view of and direct access to the lake; families with smaller children may prefer one of the pitches further to the back, as there is no fence around the water. Lake swimming is possible, as well as lighting a campfire on one of the designated fireplaces. A sitting room provides a library (primarily Dutch) and a computer with internet access.
Transkemp Hracholusky
Set beside the River Mzi where the Hracholusky dam has created a wide basin, this site enjoys a quiet location adjacent to an hotel amidst gentle hills and pleasant trees. The 200 pitches here are spread along three terraces looking over the water with 120 having electrical connections (6/10A). Two kiosks dispense drinks and basic supplies. There is swimming, boating and water-skiing on the lake and, during high season, a steamer makes 40 km. round trips along the river. This is a pleasant site but the presence of a large car park at the entrance may mean that it becomes crowded with day visitors in the summer. There is a variety of rental accommodation on offer - cabins, mobile homes and hotel rooms.
Autocamping Hranice
In existence for over 50 years, Autocamping Hranice is run by the Hranikova family who have created a welcoming entrance with a pleasant variety of low trees and shrubs. The site provides two fields for 40 pitches (all for touring units) and 52 cabins to rent. The unmarked pitches on the lower field are level, arranged off a circular, tarmac access road. This field is mainly used for caravans and motorhomes and there are 18 safely housed electricity connections (4A). The top field is reached via a steep tarmac road and to the top right are three terraces for tents, with additional cabins on the other side.
Camping Roznov
Roznov pod Radhostem is halfway up the Roznovska Becva valley amidst the scenic Beskydy hills, which extend from North Moravia into Poland in the extreme east of the Republic. It is a busy tourist centre which attracts visitors to the Wallachian open-air museum and those who enjoy hill walking and cycling along the various trails.
Caravan Camping Horni Plana
Caravan Camping Horni Plana is a large campsite located directly on the shore of Lake Lipno in the picturesque town of Horni Plana in southern Bohemia. It is the largest campsite on the lake and offers a variety of amenities for campers of all ages. There are 160 unmarked pitches for touring, all with good shade and some situated directly on the lake. They are slightly sloping, and the sand and gravel access roads can get muddy in wet weather.
Eurocamping Bojkovice S.R.O.
This family site in Bojkovice, close to the Slovak border and with views across the valley to the white castle Novy Svetlo, is attractive and well managed. It is on hilly ground with tarmac access roads connecting the 40 pitches. These are all for touring units on grassy fields taking six or eight units. Mostly on terraces in the shade of mature birch trees, all have 6A electricity. A footpath connects the three toilet blocks which offer a more than adequate provision. It also leads to the bar/restaurant and the centrally located outdoor pool. There is no entertainment programme, but we were told that children and teenagers enjoy their stay here. At the reception you may borrow a map with extensive tourist information about the local area.
Camping Václav
Camping Václav is situated on the country's western edge, close to the German border on the banks of the Jesenice Lake. The lake is safe for swimming and sailing, cycle trails start from the campsite, and the Soos nature reserve is nearby. Václav is in the ‘spa triangle’, giving visitors a choice of three different spas – Karlovy Vary, Mariánské Lázné and Frantiskovy Lázné. Guests at Camping Václav can take advantage of discounts for Frantiskovy Lázné.
Autocamp Trebon
Autocamp Trebon offers a happy Czech atmosphere especially around the bar/restaurant and is located on a lake where swimming, surfing and boating (the site rents out canoes) are possible.
Intercamp Kotva
Kotva is pleasantly situated directly by the River Vltava and has been subject to heavy flooding in the past, which destroyed some buildings and most of the trees. There is clearly a continuing risk of flooding, so care should be taken when visiting this site. The 50 touring pitches are on level grass with hardstanding and 6A electricity, with a separate grass area for tents. Drainage may be poor in wet weather. None of the pitches are marked out and it does become crowded in high season, particularly with motorhomes. The site is owned by a sports club and sanitary arrangements are in the main club building which also houses offices and accommodation.
Autocamping Karvánky
This good site is owned by the local auto club and managed by enthusiastic volunteers. It surrounds a lake and is near a small river on the southern outskirts of Sobeslav. The 50 touring pitches are marked and there are 48 Europlug electricity connections spread around the lakeside.
Camping de Bongerd
This small, well cared for site, owned and run by a Dutch family for 20 years, is in the part of the Czech Republic said to enjoy the most sun. De Bongerd has 65 pitches, all for touring units, with 6A electricity, in two fields with pitching off a gravel access road. One field runs down towards the former farmhouse and pitches here are slightly sloping, although some terraces have been created. Pitches on the second field are arranged on level ground in a circular arrangement. The site is attractively landscaped with young pine trees and colourful flowers. Many activities for children are organised such as film nights, excursions, walks through the site’s forest and communal campfires. Trips to the historic cities of Brno and Olomouc are organised, and there is an extensive library.
Camp Sokol Troja
This site is very close to the Vltava river, although you cannot see it, and there has been heavy flooding in the past. There are 75 touring pitches (10A electricity), they are small (80-90 sq.m) and about half are on hardstanding. The grass pitches can become muddy with rain. The access road is narrow and manoeuvring space is limited, so the site may be less suitable for large caravans and motorhomes. Nevertheless, it is only a 15/20 minute journey to the centre of the city by bus.
Camping Horjany
The Dutch owners, the de Baans, have developed this site on an old farm. The location of the site alone is worth a stay for a couple of days to enjoy the wide views over the woods and the fields. Thirty-five large pitches (all with 4A electricity, long leads may be necessary) are available, some with shade. The site is friendly and cosy and many campers return every year. There is an outdoor swimming pool and there are many interesting places to visit in the vicinity, including Prague, Plzen, Pisek and Pribram. The bar is a real piece of art, designed to fit into the old barn. With a warm and comfortable atmosphere, there are a few pleasant sofas for relaxing with a drink after a long day’s walking or cycling. English is spoken.
Camp Drusus
Camp Drusus is a friendly, family site on the western edge of Prague. It provides a good base from which to explore this beautiful city, with the metro station only a 15 minute walk away. The site has about 70 level pitches (for touring units), with 16A electricity and varying in size (60-90 sq.m), with access off a circular, grass and gravel road.
Triocamp Praha
This neat, well-maintained site offers a pleasant respite from the bustle of the city. Situated on the northern edge of Prague, it's a great place to stay for a few days, with public transport whisking you into the city in under 30 minutes (buy tickets at reception). Start at the Old Town Square and the extraordinary 15th-century clock before strolling over the 14th-century Charles Bridge.
Camp Dzban Praha
Dzbán is situated on the edge of the Divoka Sarka Nature Reserve, but also close to the centre of Prague. A lake with a beach is just 200 m. away and very welcome after a hot day in the city centre. There are 120 numbered touring pitches here, all with electricity, on level, grassy fields plus some concrete hardstandings. Off paved access roads, the pitches are separated by young trees and in summer there is not much shade. This is a large, rather anonymous site but facilities are adequate.

Czech Republic

When most people think of the Czech Republic, they immediately think of Prague, its historic and enchanting capital. But while there’s every reason to discover this buzzing city, camping in the Czech Republic can offer a more laid-back, scenic experience if you’re willing to find it.

The eastern region of Moravia borders Poland, Slovakia and Austria and is characterised by the jagged peaks of mountain ranges such as the White Carpathians, which form its eastern boundary. The rolling countryside is peppered with small vineyards, which can be explored by bicycle, and the Moravian Karst region is a landscape steeped in myth that features some of the country's most exceptional scenery. Boat trips run along the subterranean River Punkva, enabling you to explore the famous Macocha Abyss, a cavern 138m deep.

A trip to Prague is undoubtedly worth the effort, even if you're camping in the Czech Republic to escape city life. Romantic and changeable, it is a cosmopolitan capital with numerous cultural influences most apparent in its diverse assortment of architectural styles, from Gothic and Rococo to Cubist. Sample traditional Czech cuisines, such as Silesian pierogi, potato dough filled with pork crackling, sauerkraut or smoked meat, in one of the speciality restaurants and wash it down with a refreshing beer.

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Basic Information

Prague

Capital Prague
Currency Czech Koruna
Language(s) Czech
Time Zones CET (GMT+1)
Summer (DST) CEST (UTC+02)
Telephone Code +420
Units Metric

EU Member Yes
Schengen Area
Yes

Tourism Website visitczechrepublic.com

The Czech Republic is a member of the European Union, and customs inspections are occasionally conducted on individuals and vehicles crossing the border to ensure compliance with Croatian regulations.

Shopping in the Czech Republic

Old Town Square Prague

The Czech Republic is quite the traveller's paradise and a trendy destination for shopping. One fact about the country is that it has the highest density of shopping centres per person on the continent, so if you are looking for a great shopping experience Prague and the Czech Republic's other cities are great places to explore.

Chodov Shopping Centre is the biggest shopping mall in Prague. Commonly known as Chodov, it is located in the heart of the capital city and entertains over 13 million people every year from all corners of the world. In addition to shops of world-famous brands, the vast centre also houses a cinema, restaurants and cafes.

Prague's most excellent density of shopping addresses can be found at the "Golden Cross", not far from Wenceslas Square and Old Town Square. Luxury labels have set up shop on Paris Street, a famous shopping street that forms a transition between the Old and New Towns.

Kolbenova Flea Market in Prague is a great market to explore for those who like to collect unusual things and objects with history. This is the largest flea market in the Czech Republic, where stallholders sell antiques and new items of different value. The market is open on weekends from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Stores outside Prague and on the outskirts tend to open at 8 or 9 a.m. (large grocery stores at 7 a.m.) and close at 6 or 7 p.m. Some stores are closed during lunch hours. The hours are shorter on Saturdays, and most stores, except supermarkets, are closed on Sundays.

Stores in the centre of Prague and shopping malls have longer hours. Supermarkets stay open until 8 or 10 p.m.; some are open 24 hours daily. Most stores in the Prague city centre and tourist locations are available on weekends.

Czech Republic Money

Czech koruna

As a tourist in the Czech Republic, it is relatively easy to obtain the local currency, the Czech koruna (CZK), sometimes referred to as the Czech crown in English and the koruna Česká (Kč) in Czech. Most major cities and tourist areas have banks, ATMs, and exchange bureaus that offer currency exchange services. ATMs are widely available in most cities and towns, and they typically accept major credit and debit cards, such as Visa, Mastercard, and Maestro.

The best exchange rates are usually found in bureaux de change. Banks typically charge a 2% commission, and hotels and airport currency exchange are traditionally more expensive, so it's worth shopping around to find the best deal. It's also advisable to carry a mix of cash and cards, as some smaller shops and restaurants may not accept cards, particularly in more rural areas.

Obtaining local currency in the Czech Republic is relatively straightforward, and most major payment methods are widely accepted. It's always a good idea to inform your bank or credit card company of your travel plans to avoid any issues with card usage while abroad.

Public Holidays

  • New Year's Day: 1st January
  • Good Friday, Easter Monday
  • May Day: 1st May
  • Liberation Day: 8th May
  • St Cyril and St Methodius Day: 5th July
  • Jan Hus Day: 6th July
  • Statehood Day: 28th September
  • Independence Day: 28th October
  • Freedom and Democracy Day: 17th November
  • Christmas Eve: 24th December
  • Christmas Day: 25th December
  • 2nd Day of Christmas: 26th December

Please note Some dates are moveable, so please check before travelling.

Driving in the Czech Republic

Czech Republic Road Sign

Visitors to Croatia who wish to drive in the country must comply with the following requirements:

  1. A valid driver's license: Visitors must have a valid driver's license from their home country.
  2. Car insurance: Visitors must have valid car insurance for their vehicle, covering both the driver and passengers.
  3. Road rules: Czech Republic traffic laws follow the right-hand side of the road. Overtake on the left. The use of seat belts is mandatory for all occupants of a vehicle. Visitors must follow Czech Republic traffic laws, including speed limits, traffic signals, and road signs.
  4. Safety equipment: It is mandatory to carry a warning triangle, reflective vest, Headlamp beam deflectors and first aid kit.
  5. Minimum driving age: The minimum driving age is 18 years old.
  6. Alcohol law: Drinking and driving are strictly forbidden; you will be penalized for anything above 0% blood alcohol level.
  7. Winter tires: Winter tyres are compulsory from 1 November to 31 March on all wheels of passenger vehicles when there is compacted snow or ice on the road or if it’s expected.

Czech Republic Emergency Services

  • European Emergency Number 112
  • Police 158
  • Fire Department 150
  • Ambulance 155
  • Help on the road 1230

Czech Republic Climate

CZECH REPUBLIC WEATHER

 

The Czech Republic has a temperate climate in the transition zone between the oceanic and continental climate types, with warm summers and cold, cloudy and snowy winters. The temperature difference between summer and winter is due to the landlocked geographical position.

Temperatures vary depending on the elevation. In general, at higher altitudes, the temperatures decrease and precipitation increases. The wettest area in the Czech Republic is found around Bílý Potok in the Jizera Mountains, and the driest region is the Louny District to the northwest of Prague.

In Prague, the summers are comfortable; the winters are very cold, snowy, windy, and partly cloudy year-round. Over the year, the temperature typically varies from -3°C to 25°C and is rarely below -12°C or above 31°C.