10 tourist tips for going out into nature in Prague
Nature Park Prokopská and Dalejské údolí
A vast oasis between growing housing estates stretches from Butovice and Řeporyj to Zlíchov. Barrandov rocks, caves and former quarries are the natural highlights of the vast park. Go to the pond where the man with the leather satchel was not allowed to pass in the movie Beds.
A walk through the Prokop valley is a journey along the bottom of the prehistoric sea
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Krčský (Kunraticky) forest
Whatever you call it, it’s worth a look and a break from the rush of life for a while. Here you can get closer to nature in the local zoo with deer and deer. Or to remember the history of our country at Nové hradek, which was built at the beginning of the 15th century by King Václav IV. and later died on it.
Šárka–Lysolaje Nature Park
A large area in the northwest of the city, in which there are six protected areas. Its axis is formed by the Šárecký stream flowing from Divoká Šárka to Podbabská skály, where it flows into the Vltava near the ruins of Baba.
Along its course you will find the Zlatnice natural monument with protected remains
natural forest-steppe and heather communities. The swimming pool and the Džbán water reservoir also offer relaxation.
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Stromovka (Královská obora)
The original hunting industry was founded in 1268 by King Přemysl Otakar II. Today it can be described as the center of Prague recreation. The quiet areas of the park, ponds and tree shadows offer a place for walks and picnics.
Nature reserve Hvězda
If you want it closer to Liboci, for a walk, run or walking animals and the field of Hvězda. In the 16th century, King Ferdinand I., whose son built a summer house in the shape of a star, chose this area as a place for hunting. Trees were originally planted here in this shape.
Ladronka
Not far from Hvězda is the Ladronka sports and recreation complex, where you can enjoy sports as well as the view of the southern part of Prague. Skaters will enjoy the longest illuminated in-line track in Prague (circuit measures 4.2 kilometers). You can also play disc golf here or test your own stability on the slackline.
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Draháň–Troja Nature Park
Everyone associates Troja mainly with the largest zoo in the Czech Republic, but the natural park here is spread over a much larger area. It stretches from the Troja Bridge along the Vltava River to the edge of Prague and Dolní Chaber.
The Velká skála natural monument offers a view into the distance and a reminder that it is formed by a cairn. It was created here in the ancient times, when the territory was located at the bottom of the sea. In Zámce you will find an archaeological park, there used to be a settlement here during the Bronze Age. The Troja basin is made up of gardens and orchards, and the popular zoo is located here.
Klánovice–Čihadla Nature Park
With an area of over 22 km², it is the largest nature park in the capital. The largest pond in Prague is also located here – Počernický pond. The quiet stretch of the area is a great place for a relaxing day that will make you forget the hustle and bustle of the big city. In particular, supporters of hiking and cycling will find something to their liking here.
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Hostivař–Záběhlice Nature Park
Surrounded by the development of Hostivař, Jižní Město and Horní Měcholup lies a nature park where the people of Prague especially visit the Hostivař dam. It offers many pleasures for water lovers such as paddleboarding or boats and paddle boats, there is also a nudist beach.
The core of the park is the Meandra Botič natural monument, which is navigable here in a two-kilometer section from the dam to the Práče park. Boaters will also enjoy the area.
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Nature park Modřanská rokle – Cholupice
At the southern edge of the capital, there is a popular recreational location especially for hikers and cyclists, there are several cycle paths in the vicinity. One of them passes through the core of the gorge around Libušské brook.