České Budějovice

This section offers peaceful cruises along the Malše and Vltava rivers, allowing visitors to experience České Budějovice from the unique perspective of the water surface.

The routes pass by the historic city centre, riverfronts, parks, and green riverbanks, connecting the urban environment with the surrounding nature. One of the most popular areas is České Vrbné, where visitors can find a lock chamber, a marina, and a well-known ferry used by pedestrians and cyclists.

The ferry provides an easy connection between both banks of the Vltava River while also serving as an attractive addition to recreational activities in this part of the city. The cruises are suitable for families with children, tourists, and cyclists, offering a pleasant way to enjoy the atmosphere of České Budějovice and its surrounding landscape.

České Budějovice - Hluboká nad Vltavou

This route connects the centre of České Budějovice with Hluboká nad Vltavou and offers a peaceful cruise combining the urban environment with the natural scenery along the river. It begins either at the Lannova shipyard dock in České Budějovice or at the KUKI marina below the Hluboká Castle and follows cycling paths and green riverbanks.

One of the highlights of the journey is passing through the lock chamber in České Vrbné, where the boat overcomes a height difference of almost eight metres. This technical feature is not only a practical part of the cruise but also an attractive experience for passengers. The route is operated by the boats Vojtěch Lanna and Malše, which alternate in both directions. The cruise can be taken as a one-way or return trip, and selected services also allow the transport of bicycles or strollers.

By clicking on the boat’s name, you will find its description together with links to current timetables, ticket prices, and additional information directly on the operator’s website.

Hluboká nad Vltavou ┃ Munický rybník

A short ferry ride across the Munický Pond connects the town of Hluboká nad Vltavou with the entrance to the zoo and the Ohrada Museum. The ferry is intended for both pedestrians and cyclists and provides easy access to these popular destinations without the need to use road transport.

Hluboká nad Vltavou - Purkarec

This regular cruise connects the marina in Hluboká nad Vltavou with the village of Purkarec and offers a peaceful journey through the picturesque landscape along the Vltava River.

The route passes through forested riverbanks, recreational areas, and the romantic scenery of the Hněvkovice reservoir, making it one of the most beautiful sightseeing cruises in South Bohemia. During the trip, passengers can enjoy views of nature, cottage areas, and the typical South Bohemian countryside, which creates a calm and relaxing atmosphere.

The destination, Purkarec, is known for its history connected with timber rafting and traditional life on the Vltava River. The cruise is popular among tourists, cyclists, and families with children and often serves as a pleasant combination of a boat trip with hiking or cycling activities.

Purkarec

The ferry in Purkarec represents both a traditional and practical connection between the two banks of the Vltava River in an area popular with tourists, cyclists, and paddlers.

It is located in the peaceful landscape of South Bohemia and connects to hiking and cycling routes running along the river. The ferry crossing itself is short, but for many visitors it offers a pleasant experience and an opportunity to enjoy the atmosphere of the river from close proximity.

Purkarec is also historically associated with timber rafting and traditional life on the Vltava River, which gives the place its unique character. The ferry is therefore not only a means of transport, but also part of the traditional charm of this region of South Bohemia.

Týn nad Vltavou - Kořensko/Hněvkovice

This cruise route connects the historic town of Týn nad Vltavou with the recreational area of Kořensko and offers a relaxing journey through the valley of the Vltava River.

The route passes through calm sections of the Orlík Reservoir, surrounded by forested riverbanks, rocky slopes, and cottage areas typical of this part of South Bohemia. During the cruise, passengers can admire the natural scenery as well as the technically interesting parts of the Kořensko waterworks, which form an important part of the Vltava river system.

Týn nad Vltavou itself is one of the important historic towns situated on the river and has long been associated with water transport and recreation. The cruise is especially popular among tourists, families with children, and cyclists who combine boat transport with trips through the surrounding countryside.