Boating from Vyšší Brod to Krumlov

Do you dare set off from Krumlov on a day trip for real lovers of water sports on the busiest part of the Vltava River?

Every Krumlov boat rental shop will take you to the starting point in Vyšší Brod, and then you just enjoy a cruise back to Český Krumlov. Sounds good, don’t you think? If you don’t want to venture out on the river alone, you can opt for a trip with an instructor.

Trip route

The route starts under the dam in Vyšší Brod and continues to Rožmberk and Český Krumlov. During the cruise you will pass a total of 9 weirs and, after about 6 to 8 hours, you will reach your destination, from where the rental shop staff will pick you up at a pre-agreed time or after you give them a call.. We recommend anchoring only after having passed through Krumlov (e.g. in Kemp Krumlov), so that you do not miss any of the sights. Tackle another 4 weirs on Krumlov and see the most beautiful part of the city from the water’s surface. You will not go hungry or thirsty during this long trip, as there are many options for refreshments along the entire route.

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raft/canoe
medium
36 km
season runs May through October

nature
sport
suitable for children
refreshments en route

Points of interest

Vyšší Brod – historical city centre

Cistercian Monastery of Vyšší Brod – founded by the Rožmberk family in 1259

Rožmberk nad Vltavou – town monument zone

Rožmberk Castle – known as the cradle of the family of the same name, built in the 13th century

In Krumlov, you can see the following from the water's surface – Church of St Vitus, Plášťový most bridge and the state castle and château, the Historický pivovar Český Krumlov brewery and the monasteries of Český Krumlov

Refreshments on the route – Vyšší Brod, Rožmberk, boating camps, pubs and bars on the river bank in the centre of Krumlov

Map

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