This nature trail is an easy and pleasant short walk, especially for those interested in the wetland habitats associated with the south Bohemian fishpond landscape.
Category: Třeboňsko
*A 19 km tour of the fishpond complex created by Mikuláš Ruthard, starting in Chlum u Třeboně*
This circuit is one of the more interesting routes in the Třeboňsko region as it passes not just a series of scenic ponds, but also crosses attractive pastures and through old villages.
A tour of the Veselské pískovny (sandpit lakes) from Veselí nad Lužnicí: 12 km to 14 km
There are many ponds and lakes to discover in the Třebonsko protected nature area. The Veselské pískovny are some of the best for swimming due to their sandy shores, but the route is a nice walk too!
An easy walk along Rožmberk dam, near Třeboň: up to 5 km
Rožmberk dam, the longest in Europe, created Central Europe’s largest fishpond in the 16th century. Admire this remarkable engineering feat from the scenic trail that runs for 2 km along the dam.
*A full circle around Rožmberk, the largest fishpond in Central Europe : 18 km to 20 km*
As well as being the largest fishpond in Central Europe, Rožmberk is one of the most scenic lakes in the country. Undertake a full circuit to enjoy different perspectives of this famous Renaissance pond.
Walks through the Stará a Nová Řeka nature reserve, the ‘heart of Třeboňsko’ – 5 km to 15 km
The Stará a Nová řeka nature reserve is one of the best examples of the protected wetland areas in Třeboňsko. A popular flat trail follows the course of the ‘new river’ through this unusual landscape.
*A complete circle of ‘the world’ – a 12 km tour around Třeboň’s famous Svět fishpond*
One of the best walks in South Bohemia is the full circuit of the panoramic Svět lake, constructed in the 16th century by the Rožmberk family as part of a huge complex of fish ponds.
A short tour around the lovely South Bohemian town of Třeboň – 3 km
Třeboň is a jewel of a town, well worth visiting on any tour of Southern Bohemia. Start one of the longer Třeboňsko walks from here but also make time to explore this very pretty historical town.