Looking for a crusty baguette, a dense rye, or a fluffy sourdough? Prague’s bakery scene has you covered. From Vršovice to Karlín, Jiřák to Bubeneč, good bread is always within reach.
Not long ago, the shelves were mostly filled with supermarket loaves and mass-produced rolls.
But over the past decade, the city has undergone a quiet bread revolution. Artisanal bakeries have flourished, each offering their own take on traditional recipes, sourdoughs, and specialty loaves.
For those whose dough didn’t quite rise to the occasion, here are a few standout bakeries where quality is guaranteed:
Arte Bianca
Arte Bianca brings a genuine taste of Italy to Prague through a wide range of traditional Italian baked goods. The bakery combines skilled craftsmanship with a deep respect for Italian culinary heritage.
Led by master baker Giacomo, the team prepares fresh products daily using original Italian recipes. On any given day, visitors will find crisp ciabattas, fragrant focaccias, buttery croissants, and house-made pastries—all baked on-site with a focus on quality and authenticity.
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Joy Bakery
Their bread selection includes sourdoughs like the caraway-flavoured Joy Bread, nutty Farro Bread made from spelt, and a hearty Rustic loaf with wholewheat Purpur flour. They also bake Danish-style Rugbrød with rye and seeds, plain Retro sourdough, and baguettes like the sundried tomato and chili-infused Tomato Punch or the onion-packed Tizzy. All breads are made with just four ingredients, no additives, and stay fresh for up to five days.
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Eska
One of Prague’s best-known bread destinations, Eska serves up Bread 33 and Bread 66, named after their rye content. Their potato bread is soft and tender, a fan favorite among locals. The bakery transforms seemingly ordinary ingredients beyond recognition and rediscovers old techniques – fermentation, drying, wood heating and fire roasting. You can also find sweet croissants, home-made bundt cake and open-faced sandwiches.
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Praktika
This bakery champions long fermentation, organic stone-ground flour, and filtered water. The result? A bold, tangy loaf with a moist crumb, especially notable in their red wheat or sesame-crusted spelt varieties. The breads here are heavily hydrated and will stay good and fresh-tastings for days and days.
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Il Pane
Tuscan bread in Prague? Il Pane lets loaves rise for up to 40 hours to develop deep flavor and better digestibility. Their sourdoughs are excellent, but don’t miss their flatbreads topped with anchovies or seasonal veggies.
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Le Caveau
Inspired by French traditions, Le Caveau offers country-style sourdoughs, loaves with dried fruits and seeds, and proper crusty baguettes. You can also find traditional French sweet pastries (croissant, pain au raisin, pain au chocolate).
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Antonínovo pekařství
For more affordable options, Antonín’s Bakery delivers. Try the soft potato bread (available twice a week), a walnut loaf, or their everyday wheat-rye blend. You’ll also find a wide selection of bread, rolls, buns, sandwiches, soups, and of course, pastries and desserts. They have an old-school ice cream machine, serving the classic soft-serve ice cream you might remember from your childhood—simple, nostalgic, and delicious.
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Kro Bakery
Using stone-milled whole grain flour, the bakery produces top-tier sourdough loaves, including a seeded variety and an excellent rye bread—still a rarity in Prague—which stays fresh for days. Their potato buns and baguettes are also favorites, and the sweet pastry selection is impressively wide. Breads are baked at Kro Vršovice on Moskevská Street and sold at several spots across the city.
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Zrno zrnko
If you like loaves packed with seeds and a tangy bite, Zrno zrnko is a top pick, with locations across the city. Their most popular products are sourdough bread, baguettes, pastries, and croissants.
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Artic Bakehouse
Founded by an Icelander and now with several branches in town, Artic Bakehouse is best known for its Old Charles loaf—a blend of wholemeal rye and white flour with caraway and anise. What really sets Artic apart is its huge variety: from crusty baguettes to sweet treats like almond croissants, rolls, and their cheekily named love balls, everything is baked with care.
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The Eatery
A fine-dining kitchen that also turns out bakery-quality bread? The Eatery nails it. Their loaves are served in the restaurant and available for takeaway.
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U Kalendů
Their approach is clever and focused: just two doughs form the base for a wide array of pastries, including flaky croissants and rich Danishes, all done with quiet precision. But the real stars are the sourdough loaves, pillowy focaccia, and what may well be the finest toast bread in Prague—a soft, buttery loaf with just the right hint of sweetness.
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Bread Society
A new bakery, Bread Society, has opened in Košíře, offering a thoughtful mix of French classics, Scandinavian treats, and Czech sweet breads, all built around a strong foundation of sourdough loaves and traditional baguettes. The pastry selection includes croissants, pain au chocolat, choux, and macarons, alongside fruit Danishes, cardamom motancec, semla, and Czech sourdough buns and cakes.
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(@breadsociety.cz)Parking in Prague is reaching a breaking point. The number of vehicles in the Czech capital continues to grow, yet the city’s parking infrastructure remains stuck in the past.
While major European cities are rolling out automated garages and shared parking systems, Prague is still debating its next steps.
Over the past decade, the number of registered passenger vehicles in Prague has surged by more than 150,000, according to the Czech Statistical Office. Yet almost no new public parking garages have been built to meet the rising demand.
“This situation is unsustainable,” said Adam Scheinherr, former Deputy Mayor for Transport. “The number of cars is increasing, but the infrastructure isn’t keeping up. Prague must begin systematic investment in parking.”
Some P+R (park and ride) lots are being developed on the outskirts of the city. However, central neighborhoods and key transport hubs, such as Václav Havel Airport, still lack comprehensive strategies.
Smart Cities, Smarter Parking
Cities like Vienna, Berlin, and Zurich have long embraced innovative parking models, including automated garages and shared-use spaces. These cities often partner with private developers and community groups to implement solutions that benefit both residents and commuters.
In Munich, for instance, the city co-finances semi-public garages in residential areas, allowing locals to become co-owners of parking spaces. The result is greater access to parking and a stronger sense of shared responsibility.
Prague’s Grassroots Approach Near the Airport
A new initiative near Václav Havel Airport may provide a glimpse of what Prague’s future could look like. Rather than being led by the city or a large developer, the project is driven by local residents and small investors who are responding directly to the area’s parking shortages.
This garage is not a traditional real estate development. Co-financing is central—investors can purchase shares in the building, owning individual parking spots. This model allows ordinary citizens to take part in reshaping public space while treating parking as a long-term investment.
The project has already received a building permit, and construction preparation is well underway. Smaller investors are funding the development, supported by a bank loan negotiated through the Chytrá nemovitost investment platform, which also opens the door to public participation.
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Czech Railways (České dráhy) has revealed its annual campaign for the summer of 2025, introducing the “Jízdenka na léto 2025” promotion.
This initiative offers passengers the opportunity to purchase special unlimited tickets for all domestic routes of the carrier, valid for either one or two weeks, at favorable rates.
Running from July 1st to August 31st, 2025, the promotion targets travelers intending to explore extensively within the Czech Republic during the summer holidays.
Ticket prices remain consistent with the previous year: 1390 CZK for seven days and 1990 CZK for fourteen days. Reduced rates of 695 CZK and 995 CZK are applicable for children under 18, students under 26, and pensioners.
These passes afford travelers unrestricted access to the Czech Railways network, spanning almost the entirety of the country.
As the largest railway operator in the nation, Czech Railways facilitates unlimited journeys and transfers, excluding only the Pendolino high-speed trains, which necessitate an additional fee for reserving specific seats.
Sales for these passes commence on Saturday, June 15th, available for purchase at station ticket counters and via the company’s official website.
You must have a photo ID with you when you use the ticket. For those planning shorter trips, one-day tickets are available for the entire country as well as specific regions.
Ride Back in Time: Steam Trains and Summer Bike Routes
This summer, Czech Railways (ČD) is bringing history to life with a selection of nostalgic train rides powered by vintage steam and motor locomotives. One of the main attractions is the railway museum in Lužná near Rakovník in Central Bohemia, which hosts special weekend trips on historic trains.
Among the highlights are the Hurvínek motor train, running between Břeclav and Lednice, and the Všudybylka steam engine, offering scenic rides through the Šumava region in the southwest.
Steam trains will also operate in various parts of Central Bohemia, giving passengers a unique opportunity to travel old-school.
In some cases, like with the historic Bobinka electric train, you can even board these classic rides on standard routes without paying anything extra.
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In Prague’s Smíchov district, just a few steps from the Anděl intersection, stands Stará škola—a café unlike any other in the city.
Here, almost the entire staff is made up of seniors, with the exception of a few younger coordinators and one baker.
From the start, it was clear this was more than just a business. It was an experiment in intergenerational connection, a place where people in their sixties, seventies, and beyond rediscover purpose and routine after retirement.
Many of the café’s employees had assumed their days of contributing to society were over. That changed thanks to Elpida, a Czech nonprofit supporting seniors in active aging.
Even if things move a bit slower, the guests don’t mind. The calm pace has become part of the charm. As one Google review reads: “It feels like grandma’s kitchen. A beautiful project that brings generations together—I applaud you.”
The Café Is Thriving—But Not Financially
Despite a steady stream of loyal customers and partnerships—including support from Czech restaurant group Ambiente—the café is struggling financially. “We never intended to launch a fundraiser,” says manager Lucie Čížová.. “But sales weren’t enough. We couldn’t secure other funding. We had no choice but to ask for help.”
A public campaign aims to raise CZK 700,000 to keep the doors open. Some hope lies in weekend expansions: guests themselves have requested “grandma-style breakfasts.”
Social media also plays a key role, with posts featuring staff gaining traction online. “Some of our seniors love participating,” Čížová says. “They’re already asking what we’ll film next.”
If their story speaks to you, stop by for a coffee, enjoy a slice of cake, and maybe even share your own story with the friendly staff.
You can also contribute to the fundraiser—not just to help a café survive, but to support the dignity and dreams of the people who keep it running.
Because in this quiet café in Smíchov, time slows down—but life doesn’t stop.
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It’s that time again. Head to the fields and pick your own strawberries in Prague and around Czechia.
Every year, the Czech Ministry of Agriculture encourages people to choose Czech berries as they are much tastier and healthier than imported ones.
“Our strawberries are riper, juicier and more delicious. This is due to the fact that foreign producers deliberately grow hard varieties for export so that they can endure long transports,” the ministry explains.
Many Czech farmers traditionally offer their clients to come to their own fields and pick their own strawberries. In this case, they will cost almost half as much as in a normal shop.
This service is called samosběr and is in great demand. It is not only about economic gain: for many nature lovers, the picking process is a pleasure in itself.
Here you can also find a special website with a list of farms that offer this service.
You can select the region where you live and a list of farms appears. By clicking on the name of the farm, you will find all the information you need (price, address, opening hours, etc.).
Self-harvesting dates are weather-dependent and often change at the last minute. Therefore, always check the information on the website or on the social media of a particular farm before heading out to pick strawberries.
If you do not feel like working in the fields, you can buy already harvested strawberries on the spot. They cost more, but they are still much cheaper than store-bought ones.
The strawberries are already on sale in the following strawberry farms in Prague:
Kunratické jahody (Václav Macháček)
Kunratické jahody (Jiří Jakoubek)
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On the evening of Friday, May 16, a man showing symptoms of hemorrhagic fever—possibly Ebola or Marburg virus—was transferred from Tábor Hospital to Prague’s Bulovka University Hospital.
According to reports from iDNES.cz and Novinky.cz, the patient was placed in a sealed isolation unit and transported under strict biohazard protocols. Emergency responders from the South Bohemian Region wore full protective suits and arrived at Bulovka around 10 p.m.
The patient, a U.S. citizen born in 1984, had recently returned from the Congo and reportedly went to the hospital on his own after developing symptoms.
Speaking to the press, Eva Stolejda Liebigerová, spokesperson for Bulovka Hospital, added:
“We confirm the admission of a patient with suspected high-risk infection. Laboratory results will be available Saturday morning. For now, we cannot release more details.”
What Is Ebola?
Ebola virus disease (EVD) is one of the deadliest viral infections, classified among hemorrhagic fevers alongside Marburg virus. The disease has a mortality rate ranging from 25% to 90%, depending on the viral strain.
Ebola does not spread through the air like influenza or COVID-19. The primary transmission methods include:
- Direct contact with bodily fluids of an infected person or animal—blood, saliva, vomit, urine, semen, etc.
- Contaminated objects, such as needles, bedding, or medical equipment.
Early symptoms (appear within 2–21 days of exposure):
- High fever (≥38.6°C)
- Severe fatigue, headache, muscle pain
- Sore throat, dry cough
Advanced stages:
- Vomiting, diarrhea, often with blood
- Skin rash, organ failure
- Internal and external bleeding (e.g., gums, nose)
- Multiple organ dysfunction
Rekola has officially reintroduced shared e-bikes to the streets of Prague, marking its return to electric micromobility after a six-year absence.
The company’s signature apricot-colored e-bikes are now available to the public, complementing its fleet of classic pink bicycles already spread across the capital.
The rollout begins with 50 e-bikes capable of reaching speeds up to 25 km/h, with plans to expand the fleet to just under 100. Rekola currently operates around 1,000 classic bikes in Prague.
The reintroduction comes with clear goals: to make urban mobility more accessible, provide a cheaper alternative to services like Lime and Bolt, and expand availability to hilly neighborhoods where traditional bikes are less practical.
Rekola’s pricing strategy undercuts the competition:
- Rekola: 10 CZK to unlock + 5 CZK/min
- Lime: 15 CZK to unlock + 5.9 CZK/min
- Bolt: 7 CZK to unlock + 7 CZK/min
A 10-minute ride on an e-Rekola costs 60 CZK, while the same trip with Lime would be 74 CZK and Bolt charges 77 CZK.
This isn’t Rekola’s first foray into electric bikes. In 2019, it briefly deployed a fleet of 70 e-bikes in Prague, supported by Inoga and entrepreneur Ondřej Fritz. Those bikes, with 250W motors and a top speed of 25 km/h, were primarily stationed in Letná and Holešovice.
At the time, pricing stood at 15 CZK to unlock and 2 CZK per minute. However, the trial ended within a year due to operational issues.
Rekola has since refined its approach. The new e-bikes have already seen success in smaller cities such as Prostějov and Žďár nad Sázavou, where they launched earlier in 2024.
These bikes are especially useful in elevated districts like Vinohrady, Letná, Dejvice, and Pankrác—areas where classic bikes often vanish, as riders use them mainly downhill.
By expanding into these harder-to-reach areas, Rekola aims to make micromobility a truly citywide option.
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The latest ranking by TasteAtlas has stirred debate among beer lovers worldwide.
The popular food and travel platform has recently released its annual list of the 50 best beer styles in the world. The list highlights a wide range of traditional beer styles from across the world, many of which have deep local roots and long histories.
The goal of the ranking, according to TasteAtlas, is to celebrate traditional beers, inspire pride in local craftsmanship, and spark curiosity for new tastes.
This year’s list reaffirms Belgium’s dominance on the global beer scene, with Tripel, Dubbel, and Lambic taking the top three positions.
But it’s not all about Belgium. Czechia’s Chodské pivo secured an impressive 4th place, further confirming the country’s legendary beer heritage.
Known for its slightly bitter and bold flavor, Chodské beer once graced the tables of royal courts in both Prague and Bavaria.
Germany’s Weissbier landed just behind, in 5th place. This classic Bavarian wheat beer is known for its foamy head and cloudy appearance, brewed from a minimum of 50% wheat malt.
Top 10 Beer Styles According to TasteAtlas:
- Tripel (Ale) – Belgium
- Dubbel (Ale) – Belgium
- Lambic (Ale) – Belgium
- Chodské pivo – Czech Republic
- Weissbier (Ale) – Germany
- Belgian Blond Ale (Ale) – Belgium
- Pilsner (Lager) – Czech Republic
- Imperial Stout (Ale) – England
- Helles (Lager) – Germany
- Witbier (Ale) – Belgium
Spotlight on the Top Three:
Lambic, in third place, hails from Belgium and is made with at least 30% wheat malt. It’s known for its wild fermentation process, which often results in a uniquely sour profile. To balance this, brewers sometimes blend multiple batches to create what’s known as Gueuze—a more refined and balanced version of Lambic.
Coming in second is Dubbel, another Belgian classic. This rich, balanced dark ale was modernized in 1926 by the Westmalle brewery. Unlike typical dark beers, Dubbel features caramelized sugar, which adds layers of flavor including malty sweetness, caramel, raisins, and hints of dark fruit.
Topping the list is Tripel, a strong golden ale known for its complex character, fruity aroma, and high alcohol content, all while maintaining a surprisingly smooth finish. It’s widely regarded as one of the finest examples of Belgian brewing artistry.
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Train operator Leo Express is giving away free beer on its long-distance train routes in Czechia, Slovakia, and Poland, sparking both attention and criticism.
While the campaign is meant to encourage train travel over car use, some experts argue the promotion sends the wrong message about alcohol consumption.
The “Free Beer” campaign offers adult passengers (aged 18 and up) a complimentary beer with their ticket — available until supplies last, likely for 10 to 14 days, according to company spokesperson Emil Sedlařík. The drinks are 0.33-liter bottles distributed during the journey.
Leo Express claims the offer isn’t simply about drinking but about promoting responsible travel. The company argues that train passengers have the luxury of enjoying alcohol without the risks associated with driving. “One of the advantages of traveling by train is that you don’t have to drive, so you can enjoy a chilled beer without worries,” the company states.
Similar marketing angles have been used in the past by Czech Railways, which once promoted car trains to Slovakia, and by RegioJet, which ran campaigns for its now-defunct routes to Croatia.
On Facebook, Leo Express reinforced this message: “There are things that don’t belong behind the wheel, but you can enjoy them on the train without any regrets. During the journey, you can read, work, or simply relax. And yes — you can also enjoy a free beer without worries.”
But not everyone is convinced.
Petr Freimann, a representative of Dry February — an initiative aimed at raising awareness about alcohol risks — criticized the campaign. He called it “cheap beer marketing” unworthy of a carrier that brands itself as a symbol of modern travel in Central Europe.
“The values of a modern society are built elsewhere,” he adds. He pointed out that previous Leo Express initiatives, such as offering free mineral water, aligned better with public health goals and were more socially responsible.
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What was meant to be a celebration of football turned into a scandal on Wednesday night, as Sparta Prague supporters were filmed giving Nazi salutes and shouting racist slogans during the Czech Cup final against Sigma Olomouc.
Footage quickly spread online, showing fans in the away section of Olomouc’s Andrův Stadium raising their right arms in what appeared to be fascist salutes. Other videos, filmed later in the city center, show 11 masked fans posing for photos, with three of them again raising their arms in the same manner.
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with many calling for tougher responses to recurring extremism among certain groups of football fans.
Sparta Prague swiftly issued a public statement distancing the club from the behavior.
“AC Sparta Praha strongly distances itself from all forms of racism, extremism, and hatred. Such behavior is completely incompatible with the values we stand for,” the club wrote on its official social media channels.
According to the statement, the club has already launched a process to identify the individuals involved, using CCTV footage and working closely with local law enforcement. Sparta said those found responsible could face lifetime bans from all matches and criminal prosecution.
Ano, budeme se ptát. Okamžitě jsme se touto fanouškovskou “aktivitou” začali zabývat a očekáváme, že se tito hrdinové ke svým gestům přihlásí i bez zakrytých obličejů. Jistě pak budou schopni se podívat do tváře pozůstalým po milionech obětí II. světové války. pic.twitter.com/lyCGqNkWql
— Policie ČR (@PolicieCZ) May 14, 2025
This is not the first time Sparta fans have drawn criticism for unacceptable behavior. In recent years, supporters have been accused of racist chanting against opposing players, as well as repeated verbal abuse towards referees. However, Wednesday’s display appears to go beyond past incidents.
“This is beyond outrageous. Being a fan doesn’t give you a license to promote hate,” one online comment read under a widely shared video clip.
Authorities Step In
The Czech Football Association has confirmed it will launch its own investigation. The disciplinary committee could issue fines against Sparta or order partial stadium closures for upcoming matches.
Police have also opened a case, citing possible violations of laws prohibiting the promotion of extremist ideologies.
Final decisions on penalties are expected in the coming days.
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A 35-year-old foreign visitor nearly lost over CZK 200,000 during a night out in Prague, after unknowingly paying an astronomical sum for a short taxi ride.
He discovered the charge only the next morning and, with the help of local police, was able to recover the money.
The incident occurred between Friday night and early Saturday morning, when the tourist, returning from a bar, took a taxi from Melantrichova Street to a nearby hotel. He quickly paid by card at the hotel and went straight to bed—unaware of what had just happened.
When he woke up and checked his account, he was stunned to see a charge of CZK 202,202. Shaken, he turned to the hotel receptionist for help, who promptly called the police.
The tourist couldn’t recall the exact details of the ride or the car. “The driver was older, thin, had grey hair, and didn’t speak English well,” said police spokesperson Jiřina Ernestová, quoting the man’s account. The tourist believed it was an honest mistake rather than a scam.
Using surveillance footage and knowledge of the area, Prague’s Taxi Team officers managed to locate the driver near the bar where the man had started his journey. After confirming that the full amount had indeed been credited to the driver’s account, the taxi driver agreed to cooperate.
Under police supervision, the driver accompanied officers back to the hotel, where he personally apologized to the guest and returned the entire sum.
“I knew it had to be a mistake—the amount was just too specific,” the tourist said in defense of the driver. The total, 202,202 crowns, suggested to him that it was a payment input error.
Still, this case ended on a positive note. The grateful tourist, relieved and smiling, praised the officers’ swift response. “Guys, thank you so much. Best police I’ve ever seen—100 percent,” he said, jokingly adding, “When you’re off duty, let’s grab a beer.”
He flew home the next day.
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A section of Vltava River was dyed red on Tuesday, May 13th, in a protest action by two activist groups—StopGenocidevGaze and BOLT958—to draw attention to the war in Gaza and Czechia’s continued political support for Israel.
Alongside the symbolic colouring of the water near Kampa Island, demonstrators hung a large 30-metre banner reading “STOP THE GENOCIDE – BOYCOTT ISRAEL”.
The groups behind the protest accused the Czech government of ignoring war crimes in Gaza and suppressing public discourse.
“The Czech Republic continues to support a regime that is committing war crimes, including the ethnic cleansing of civilians,” the groups said in a statement. They referenced the International Court of Justice’s ongoing investigation into genocide allegations and the International Criminal Court’s arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
They claim that Czech leaders are either ignoring calls for action or actively silencing critical voices. “That’s why we chose a different way to raise awareness—by disrupting the routine in the historic heart of Prague,” the statement added.
Organisers stressed that the red dye used in the river is environmentally safe. The colour, they said, symbolises the blood of civilians killed in the Israeli military campaign.
According to a recent Lancet report, as many as 186,000 people may have died in Gaza between October 2023 and September 2024. This number includes deaths not only from direct attacks but also from starvation, untreated injuries, and a collapsed health system.
The Prague protest was part of a wider series of international symbolic actions.
Recently, Greenpeace UK members poured red dye into a pond outside the U.S. Embassy in London, targeting American arms sales to Israel. Similar protests have taken place in Barcelona, Paris, and Amsterdam, using the colour red to symbolise civilian deaths.
The Prague-based collective StopGenocidevGaze was formed in March 2024, when it disrupted the reopening of the National Gallery to protest the silence of cultural institutions.
A few months later, during the Matter of Art Biennale, the group installed an olive tree in the gallery and left it to wither—representing the fading lives of Palestinians under siege.