Třeboň: Where history floats on the water

The South Bohemian city Třeboň (Wittingau) Třeboň is a place of absolute tranquility. Nestled within a UNESCO-protected biosphere reserve of thousands of ponds, the town combines stately Renaissance architecture with a unique natural setting. Whether for a wellness weekend in the peat baths or a cycling tour through the pond landscape – Třeboň is a must-see for connoisseurs in 2026.

🏰 The legacy of the Rosenbergers

The magnificent Třeboň Castle And the historic market square with its colorful gabled houses tells of the power of the noble families Rosenberg and Schwarzenberg. A stroll here feels like a journey back in time.

🌿 The Land of Ponds

Around the gigantic pond Rožmberk A network of canals and waterways stretches across the area. The flat landscape is a paradise for cyclists and birdwatchers.

🐟 Carp Culinary Delights

The Třeboň carp is a protected trademark. Whether classically baked or as modern “carp fries” – fish lovers will find something to their liking here.

Sights you absolutely must see

  • Schwarzenberg burial chapel (Schwarzenberská hrobka): A neo-Gothic gem in the middle of a park, just a short walk from the center.
  • Regent Brewery: One of the oldest breweries in the world (founded in 1379). A guided tour including a tasting in the historic rock cellar is a highlight in 2026.
  • Educational trail “Around the World” (Cesta kolem Světa): A 12 km long circular route around the pond “Svět” (World), which perfectly shows how nature and technology harmonize in pond farming.
  • Bertina lázně (Berta Bath): Known for its healing peat baths – ideal for relaxing after a bike ride.

🍴 Culinary tip: Carp fries (Kapří hranolky)

Forget everything you know about carp. In Třeboň, thin strips of fish are deep-fried in a special mixture of spices. The dish was created in the restaurant Šupina a Šupinka invented and has since become the cult snack of the region.

✨ My insider tip: The autumn fish harvest

If you travel in October or November, you will experience the spectacle of Exploitation of the Rožmberk pond. It’s a huge folk festival with music, market stalls and freshly caught fish straight from the grill – pure Czech tradition!

Třeboň is a city for the soul. The combination of tranquil waters, Renaissance splendor, and hearty cuisine makes it one of the most worthwhile destinations in South Bohemia in 2026.. Užijte si Třeboň! (Enjoy Třeboň!)