Czechia is in for a rollercoaster week of weather, as heavy rain and thunderstorms continue in some regions, before temperatures climb back to 30°C over the weekend, according to meteorologists from ČHMÚ (Czech Hydrometeorological Institute). After a tropical weekend that saw highs soar past 31°C, the country starts the new week with a sharp cooldown and widespread showers. Monday‘s storms—some of them severe—followed a pattern seen across the country over the weekend. According to ČHMÚ, rainfall totals during these events could reach 30 mm, with wind gusts as high as 70 km/h. By Tuesday, showers will become more scattered, and skies will begin to clear. Expect temperatures to reach 26°C, with light winds below 6 m/s. Wednesday is expected to be mostly clear to partly cloudy, with isolated rain in the northern highlands. The daily high will push towards 28–29°C, signaling a return to summer conditions. Thursday will see occasional light rain and cloudy intervals, mainly in the morning, but sunshine is expected later in the day. Temperatures will range from 11°C at night to 26°C during the day, with winds remaining gentle. Looking ahead to Friday and the weekend, weather models predict mostly sunny mornings, followed by afternoon thunderstorms...
The Czech government will dispatch a repatriation flight from Israel to Prague on Monday, following escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. The Foreign Ministry confirmed the mission in a statement on Sunday, citing growing security concerns after a series of Iranian missile strikes overnight left at least ten people dead. Commercial flights between Prague and Tel Aviv have been suspended since Friday due to the closure of Israeli airspace to civilian aircraft. By Sunday, all remaining direct connections were officially canceled for safety reasons. “Anyone wishing to board Monday’s repatriation flight must contact our embassy in Tel Aviv in advance,” the ministry stated via its official account on the X platform. The government also issued a strong warning against travel to Israel, Lebanon, and Jordan, advising Czech citizens to refrain from visiting the region altogether. Despite the current airspace shutdown, Czech authorities noted that overland departures from Israel are still possible. Travelers can exit via Jordan, through the Eilat–Aqaba and Allenby Bridge border crossings, or through Egypt via the Eilat–Taba checkpoint. The ministry emphasized that passengers should stay in close contact with their airlines and monitor flight updates closely. Additionally, the Foreign Ministry urged all Czech nationals abroad to register...
Louny, a town in the Ústí nad Labem Region, holds a remarkable secret: it is home to what experts call the most healing mineral spring in Europe, and possibly the world. Comparable only to the famed springs in Borjomi, Georgia, and Vichy, France, this water’s unique composition sets it apart and attracts visitors from far beyond Czech borders—many of whom attest to its near-miraculous effects. If you find yourself in Louny, you should visit a small park tucked between Vladimirská, Palackého, U Pramenu, U Spravedlnosti, and Cítolibská streets. There, a rare mineral spring bubbles up from deep below—the Luna spring—offering therapeutic qualities unmatched anywhere else. A Discovery by Chance The Luna spring was uncovered in 1963 during geological surveys aimed at studying the Czech chalk subsoil. At a depth of 1,200 meters, workers found mineral-rich water naturally emerging under pressure. Early tests showed the water’s medicinal qualities, leading the Czech Ministry of Health to officially declare it a natural medicinal source in 1966. Since then, it has been recognized for its use in preventive healthcare. The Luna mineral water stands out for its high mineral content—an impressive 17.5 grams of dissolved salts per liter—making it hypertonic and highly acidic. This...
Seeing a ticket inspector step onto a tram or metro can instantly make any passenger nervous — especially if you’re riding without a valid ticket. While those with a valid pass may breathe a sigh of relief, others start thinking fast: What now? If you’re caught riding Prague’s public transport without a valid ticket, don’t panic. The fine is usually 1,500 CZK, but there’s a way to lower it to 800 CZK — legally. The first rule: keep calm and respectful. Arguing or acting aggressively won’t help — inspectors have heard it all, and it only makes things worse. If the inspector catches you without a valid ticket, they’ll issue a fine, but you’re not required to pay immediately. Here’s how to reduce that fine. The Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) offers a way for fare-dodgers to correct their mistake at a lower cost — if they act quickly. Step 1: When you’re caught, allow the inspector to issue the fine — don’t pay on the spot. You’ll receive a written record of the violation. Step 2: Buy an annual public transport coupon for 3,650 CZK. This must be tied to your PID Lítačka account or card, and your name...
As summer temperatures rise in Prague, public transport can quickly turn from a convenience into a challenge—especially for those sensitive to heat. But there’s good news: Prague’s public transport company has shared a simple way to identify air-conditioned vehicles, helping commuters stay cool while navigating the city. The most reliable way to ride in comfort is to board the Škoda 15T4 tram model. These newer trams come with fully functional climate control systems in the passenger cabin. They’re easy to spot thanks to the yellow plastic panels at the front—currently, 127 of these modern trams operate across Prague. Older Škoda 15T models, on the other hand, typically have air conditioning only in the driver’s cabin. These trams feature a grey and red nose with no yellow inserts. However, there are two exceptions—trams numbered 9243 and 9285—which do have passenger cabin climate control installed as part of a test program. How to Check in Advance: Use the Live Map To avoid waiting in the heat, passengers can check the official online map of Prague’s public transport system, which shows the real-time positions of all trams and buses. By entering the route number into the search field, users can view all vehicles...
The Prague Garden Party will return to the Royal Gardens from 20 to 22 June 2025, offering visitors a mix of European food, live music, and family-friendly activities. Now in its second year, the event combines access to the historic Royal Gardens with food stalls from more than 30 exhibitors, cultural performances, and a full children’s programme. The central part of the event focuses on gastronomy, with a wide range of stalls presenting regional specialities. Offerings include grilled meats, cheeses, crêpes, charcuterie, seafood, and desserts. Among this year’s featured vendors are Fransyr (European cheeses), Bread Society (French pastries), Greek Delikatessy (Mediterranean cuisine), and Milleme (quiches and desserts). A selection of European wines, ciders, beers, and crémants will also be available from both Czech and international producers. Live Performances and Music The festival includes a three-day live music programme, with genres ranging from flamenco and jazz to classical and swing. Performers include Flamenkeria, Jazzpot, Pragason, Kryštof Bartošek, Cancioneta Praga, and the Sophia Lamos Swing Band. Most concerts will take place on the Míčovna stage and in the courtyard of Queen Anne’s Summer Palace. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da @prague_garden_party Activities for Families and Children Daily...
In Czechia, eating out during the workday has become a growing luxury. According to the latest Edenred Restaurant Index, the cost of lunch has risen steeply across the country – and nowhere more so than in Prague. The average lunch menu in the capital now costs 220 CZK, making it the most expensive in the country. Just behind is Brno, where employees pay 208 CZK for a midday meal. Meanwhile, cities like Zlín, Ústí nad Labem, and Olomouc remain on the more affordable end, with prices up to 55 crowns lower. The national average for a lunch menu now stands at 196 CZK, highlighting a steady climb in prices that has outpaced wage growth. Since 2014, lunch prices have jumped by more than 130%, while average salaries rose by roughly 82% over the same period. Back in 2020, workers in Prague paid just 149 CZK on average for lunch. In cities like Ostrava or Jihlava, it was even cheaper—hovering just over 120 CZK. But the most dramatic comparison goes further back. In 2014, Prague diners paid only 98 CZK, while in the Pardubice Region, lunch cost a mere 75 CZK. In a decade, the price of lunch has more than...
Amid rising military tension in the Middle East, Prague’s Václav Havel Airport has suspended all flights to and from Israel. The cancellations were confirmed early Friday morning via the airport’s official account on the X social media platform. Airport authorities cited security concerns due to escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, urging travelers to monitor the airport’s website for updates and to stay in touch with their airlines for the latest information. “There is a gradual cancellation of all flights with Israel due to the deteriorating political situation,” said the airport, located in Prague’s Ruzyně district. Direct connections between Prague and Tel Aviv—Israel’s second-largest city—have been suspended until further notice. Due to the current political situation, flights to and from Israel are being gradually suspended. Passengers are kindly advised to check the latest status of their flight on the airport’s website and contact their airline for further information. pic.twitter.com/UlJ8gsj1qw — Prague Airport (@PragueAirport) June 13, 2025 According to the airport’s schedule, four outbound flights to Tel Aviv were originally planned for Friday. One has already been canceled, and all five incoming flights from Tel Aviv to Prague have also been called off. The decision follows a major Israeli aerial offensive...
Michael Douglas will present a newly restored print of Miloš Forman’s “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest” at Karlovy Vary Film Festival next month. The 1975 classic, which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, will screen as part of the festival’s Out of the Past section. The film was restored by the Academy Film Archive. Douglas will be joined at the Gala Screening by Paul Zaentz — nephew of the late Saul Zaentz, who produced the film with Douglas — as well as members of Forman’s family. The film made Oscar history as only the second to win all five major Academy Award categories: picture (Douglas and Zaentz), director (Forman), actor (Jack Nicholson), actress (Louise Fletcher), and adapted screenplay (Lawrence Hauben and Bo Goldman). The screening also honors Karlovy Vary’s ties to the film. Forman was a loyal supporter of the festival, and he, along with Douglas, Zaentz and actor Danny DeVito, who also appeared in the film, are all recipients of the festival’s Crystal Globe for outstanding artistic contribution to world cinema. “We are truly honored to present ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’ on its 50th anniversary,” said the festival’s executive director Kryštof Mucha. “The presence of Michael...
Prague 7 councilors do not agree with a proposal to rename the Vltavská metro station to Nádraží Bubny. The public debate on renaming some metro stations was first sparked by the intention to change the name of Českomoravská to Aréna Libeň. “We really like the historical name Bubny, and it is great that it is returning in the name of the station. But now a major construction project—the Vltavská Philharmonic—is currently underway at Vltavská. Renaming Vltavská now to Nádraží Bubny and then back to Vltavská Philharmonic is difficult to justify,” Jan Čižinský, the mayor of Prague 7, wrote in a post on X. In a press release, Prague 7 spokesman Martin Vokuš noted that there are two metro line C stations in Prague 7, which would both have the word “nádraží” in their names if the Vltavská station were renamed. That similarity, he argued, could confuse public transport users. At the end of May, Ropid spokesman Filip Drápal announced that the organization is trying to standardize the names of railway stations and stops that are major public transport hubs. According to Drápal, standardizing names is important for two reasons. First, the railway’s integration with Prague Integrated Transport, and second, the...
The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that the Czech Republic violated the rights of a non-binary person by requiring sterilisation as a precondition for legal gender recognition. The case was brought by T.H., a non-binary person who has spent over a decade fighting for the right to change their legal gender and personal identification number without being forced to undergo sterilisation. Czech authorities consistently rejected the request, citing national law, which still mandates surgical sterilisation for legal gender changes. In today’s judgment, the Strasbourg-based court declared that this requirement breaches Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which guarantees the right to private life. The Court emphasized that the Czech Republic must provide a clear legal framework that allows trans people to update their gender marker without invasive medical procedures. While the Czech Constitutional Court overturned the sterilisation mandate in 2024, it delayed the change until July 1, 2025, giving the government time to prepare a new law. However, no viable legislation has been passed. The issue now hangs on non-binding ministerial guidelines, which have yet to be published and could be easily reversed after elections later this year. T.H., the claimant in the case, welcomed...
Get ready for a stage experience like no other — an intense, immersive retelling of A Clockwork Orange is coming to Prague this June. It will be performed at Rock Café on June 13 and 15 at 19:00, this adaptation blends ballet, opera, and physical theatre with the dark, dystopian world of Anthony Burgess’s cult classic. The result is an artistic collision between beauty and violence, refinement and raw brutality. At the center of the story is Alex, a teenage gang leader whose descent into crime, incarceration, and state-sponsored reform forces the audience to confront uncomfortable questions about power, control, free will, and redemption. This version of A Clockwork Orange isn’t just theatre — it’s a sensory assault. Expect Beethoven, “a bit of the old ultra-violence,” and a jarring mix of classical and contemporary forms, all brought to life by an international creative team. Directed by Christopher Adamson, co-founder and artistic director of D’Prompt Theatre, the show features choreography by Jade Becker of the First International Ballet School in Prague, with vocal coaching by Sav Bea, founder of Sav Bea Academy. The production is led by Gordon L. Schmitz and his collective, The Mad and Merry Men. Schmitz believes the...
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