Prague-Cesky Krumlov: S-G Route directions & Hotels recommendation

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Self-guided bike tour navigation directions for your phone.

Please download the app MAPY.CZ to your phone and register your account there (use the option "I have my own email address"), so you can save the route and do the changes to it accordingly.
The app has recommended Bicycle routes/suggestions, historic sites, train stations, hotels, restaurants, nature sights... You can modify the route and save it in your app according to your itinerary or hotel location. In Settings (3 lines in the left bottom corner) you can see Offline maps and download Prague, Central Bohemia, South Bohemia.


Recommended Itinerary for 5 biking days trip (230 km)
Please check the link for the route and stops. You can also modify it accordingly. 
Self-guided bike directions & navigation: Prague - Cesky Krumlov - active link on app: MAPY.CZ

Opt 1
Day 1 Prague - Tynec nad Sazavou: 50 km
Day 2 Tynec nad Sazavou - Sedlec-Prcice: 45 km
Day 3 Sedlec-Prcice - Tabor: 35 km
Day 4 Tabor - Hluboka nad Vltavou: 50 km
Day 5 Hluboka nad Vltavou - Cesky Krumlov: 45 km.

Opt 2
Day 1 - Prague - Pruhonice Velke Popovice: 40 km
Day 2 - Velke Popovice - Sedlcany: 40 km
Day 3 - Sedlcany - Tabor: 45 km
Day 4 - Tabor - Hluboka nad Vltavou: 55 km
Day 5 - Hluboka nad Vltavou - Ceske Budejovice - Cesky Krumlov: 45 km

Recommended Itinerary for 4 biking days trip (195 - 225 km):
Opt 1
Day 1 Prague - Tynec nad Sazavou or Neveklov: 50-60 km
Day 2 Tynec nad Sazavou - Tabor: 65-75 km
Day 3 Tabor - Hluboka nad Vltavou: 55 km
Day 4: Hluboka nad Vltavou - Cesky Krumlov: 45 km.

Opt 2
Day 1 - Van transfer from Prague to Velke popovice 
cycling Velke popovice- Sedlcany: 45 km
Day 2 Sedlcany - Tabor: 50 km
Day 3 Tabor - Hluboka nad Vltavou: 55 km
Day 4 Hluboka nad Vltavou - Ceske Budejovice - Cesky Krumlov: 45 km
 


Elevation from Prague to Cesky Krumlov.

Here is the pre-planned route to follow:

  • on MAPY.cz app:

opt 1 (on Mapy.cz):  Self-guided bike directions & navigation: Prague - Cesky Krumlov *click the link here  - you can download GPX file of the route for your Garmin or other navigation device.

  • on Google map app:

opt 1 (on Google map): Self-guided tour directions of the bike path on Google map- *click the link here (without navigation, you just need to fallow your GPS location - Google maps do not work with bike routes in Czechia)- you can download KML (KMZ) file of the route for your Garmin or other navigation device.

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Note: If you have a problem creating your own account, please log in with our account: 
prahabikes@gmail.com (password: 24Bike24 )
You can create your own folder and save your route and changes.. there. Please do not modify other folders and routes.
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Notes about the luggage deliveries, bike pick-up service(if included) & bicycle storage:
  • Due to schedules and logistics bike pick-up prices and luggage deliveries (if included) are based on picking up and delivery from Hotels or Pensions with 24/7 reception facilities. Please make sure to book the Hotels or Pensions with 24/7 reception facilities. For daily luggage transfer, leave your luggage at the hotel’s reception before 10am. The luggage will be delivered to your next hotel daily before 4pm.
     

  • When you arrive at your hotel please leave the bikes at a secure place at the hotel garage/parking/storage room and inform reception about the bike pick-up service(if included). You do not need to wait for a pick-up van or be at the hotel (as long as bikes are stored safely at the hotel). The bikes are usually picked up the next day.

  • While you travel, please store the bikes every night at a secure place in the hotel's garage/parking/storage room. Always lock the bikes for extra security.

The Recommendations on bike-friendly hotels & pensions - to make your self-booking convenient.

For accommodation please check the Recommended Itinerary for 5 biking days trip (225 km). You can reserve accommodation according to your itinerary (at the town or anything around) using our suggestions below for bike-friendly accommodation or any internet resources (google, booking.com..)

Accommodation list for a self-guided bike trip along the Prague-Dresden route.
You can reserve accommodation by yourself according to your itinerary and budget using our suggestions below or any internet resources.
TownName/Type/AddressPrice from, EUR, Double roomNotesBike shops
PRUHONICEHotel Floret, 4*, Květnové Náměstí 391, tel.: +420 296 528 400, https://floret.cz/55PIZZA COLOSEUM,
Kvetnove namesti 5, tel 267 312 028
Mid-range restaurant with very good pizzas, salads, pasta dishes pleasant service.
BIKEWAY Jindřicha Bubeníčka 1598/11, Praha-
Uhříněves.

https://www.bikeway.cz/
PRUHONICEPenzion Rozkoš, Kunratická 744, tel.: +420 602 313 285, http://www.pension-rozkos.cz/40 ZEUS BIKE
Jesenická 410, Dobřejovice
RICANY U PRAHYHotel Pavilon, Bezručova 222/68, tel.: +420 323 631 924, https://www.pavilon-ricany.cz/45The restaurant smoothly transitions into a completely glassed winter garden with a view of the hotel's parkland and is open from 11:00 to 22:00, the kitchen with a daily menu only on weekdays from 11:00 to 14:00.CYCLOSPORT RICANY
Černokostelecká 118/57

https://www.cyklosportricany.cz/
VELKE POPOVICEHotel u Ledu, 3*, Ringhofferova 336, tel.: +420 601 567 819, https://hoteluledu.cz/60The mainstay of our menu is great tank Pilsen lager, Czech cuisine, fresh quality steaks and other specialties.CYCLOSERVICE
Ringhofferova 1

https://www.zeusbike.cz/
TYNEC NAD SAZAVOUHotel Tynec, Klusáčkova 2, tel.: +420 317 729 050, www.hoteltynec.cz60Bistro a Cafe PRIBEH,
Ing. Fr. JANECKA Street 511, tel 777 335 615

True local eatery with very good international food such as salads, soups and burgers at low prices.
CYCLOSPORT
Jílovská 262

https://en.firmy.cz/company/669621-cyklosport-tynec-nad-sazavou-jan-novotny-tynec-nad-sazavou.html
BENESOVHotel Atlas,Tyršova 2063, tel.: +420 317 724 771, https://www.hotel-atlas.cz/en/home/60Breakfast menu. The restaurant offers a constant selection of drinks / hot and cold / including light snacks.007 SPORT BIKE
Červené Vršky 1594
Benešov

https://www.bike007.cz/
KONOPITE (BENESOV)Hotel Benica- 3*, Ke Stadionu 2045, tel.: +420 737 797 213, www.benica.cz90Restaurant in the hotel available. 
NEVEKLOV/SLAPYHotel Laguna Slapy, Nebřich 30, 257 44 pošta Netvořice, tel.: +420 608 257 571, https://lagunahotel.cz/80Restaurant and beach at the lake. 
SEDLCANYHotel Florian, 3*, Náměstí T.G.Masaryka 167, tel.: +420 774 09 33 36, https://www.hotel-florian.cz/75Restaurace U KRCINA
Namesti TG MASARYKA 30, tel 731 282 338

Good and inexpensive Czech pub food in a typical local small town establishment.
OPRAVY ELEKTROKOL - Cykloservis
Na Červeném Hrádku 766

https://opravyelektrokol.cz/
SEDLEC PRCICEPension Dalmo, Malá 46, tel.: +420 723 084 805, www.dalmo.cz80Breakfast available.BIKEPARK MONINEC
Monínec 7

https://leto.moninec.cz/en
TABORHotel Nautilus, 4*, Žižkovo náměstí 20, tel.: +420 380 900 900, http://www.hotelnautilus.cz/accommodation90Restaurace SKOCHUV DUM
ZIZKOVE Namesti 22, tel 380 421 660

Great mid-range priced restaurant serving Czech and international food. Interior has gothic door frames and arches. There is also pleasant seating on the square.
CYCLOTABOR
Farskeho 2056/3

https://cyklo-tabor.cz/
TABORPenzion Kostnický dům, Pražská 220, tel.: +420 702 125 665, http://www.kostnicky-dum.cz/en56Havana restaurant
ZIZKOVE Namesti 17, tel 737 904 273

Great fresh food, burgers, salads, steaks. Cozy Havana style interior. Friendly priced.
BIKESPACE
Chynovska 533

http://www.bikespace.cz/kontakt
TABORpension Alfa, Klokotská 107, tel.: +420 381 256 165, www.pensionalfa.cz40 APEX-BIKE
Kollarova 639

https://apex-bike.cz/kontakt-apex-bike-tabor/
TABORHotel Palcát- 4*, tř.9. května 2471, tel.: +420 381 252 901 - 2, www.hotelpalcat.cz110Restaurant, bar and many facilities 
     
HLUBOKA NAD VLTAVOUHotel Zavis, 4*, Náměstí Čsl. armády 25, tel.: +420 387 966 666, www.hotelzavis.cz60Restaurace U HAJKU
Namesti Csl ARMADY 26, tel 608 832 273,
The menu is meat oriented.
Cykloservis Zdeněk Fuka
Pod Hrazi 1042

https://cykloservishluboka.cz/
HLUBOKA NAD VLTAVOUHotel Podhrad, 4*, nám. Čsl. armády 30, tel.: +420 387 983 690, https://www.hotel-podhrad.cz/75Breakfast included. Restaurant, garden terrace, lounge and lobby bar. 
BECHYNEPenzion Vila Elektra, Parkany 537, tel.:+420 725 028 218, https://www.penzionelektra.cz/85Restaurant available.KOLA BSP
ČSLA 4, Planá nad Lužnicí, 39111

http://www.kolabsp.cz/
CESKE BUDEJOVICESpa Hotel Vita, 4*, Skuherského 4, tel.: +420 387 201 009, https://spahotelvita.cz/90Restaurant and sky bar available.SPECTRUMBIKE
České Vrbné 2395

https://www.spectrumbike.cz/
CESKE BUDEJOVICEApartmány Lanna, Jiráskovo nábřeží 45, tel.: +420 607 030 500, https://koncept-lanna.cz/apartman-lanna/50Breakfast can be provided at Café LANNA and guests can enjoy picnics and barbecues in the café's garden.DAJSPORT
České Vrbné 2349

https://www.dajsport.cz/
CESKY KRUMLOVHOTEL ARCADIE, 3-5*, Horní 148, tel.: +420 380 727 585, http://www.hotelarcadie.cz/80Pizzeria Cosa Vostra, Horni 148, +420 727 889 123

Restaurant Gotika, Horni 148
+420 602 167 662
Hotel restaurant serves not only traditional Czech cuisine but also international cuisine.
COOL SPORT
Chvalšinská 234

http://www.kolo-bike.cz/
CESKY KRUMLOVPENZION KAPR, Rybářská 28,, tel.: +420 602 409 360, http://www.penzionkapr.cz78A rich hot buffet breakfast is included in the price.H.M. SPORT
5.května 338

https://hm-sport.cz/
CESKY KRUMLOVPension MAATE, Kaplická 184, tel.: +420 380 714 918, http://www.pensionmaate.cz74Breakfast included. 
CESKY KRUMLOVPension U Mrázků, Kájovská 175, tel.: + 420 775 197 881, http://www.pensionumrazku.krumlov.cz76Restaurant downstairs (Cafe, Grill, Soups) 
ADDITIONAL INFO & LINKSAccommodations Prague - Tabor & Accommodations C.Budejovice- C.Krumlov