Nymburk District: Elbe floodplains, folk culture and history

In Nymburk District, the flat Elbe floodplain landscape meets cultural attractions ranging from rural architecture to medieval history. Nature and historic buildings offer different highlights for your trip.

Elbe floodplains, bog and dune grassland

Libický luh lies in the flat Elbe floodplain southeast of the confluence of the Elbe and Cidlina rivers. Another natural area is Hrabanovská černava, a National Natural Monument. This protected Polabí bog comprises wetland and meadow communities and provides a habitat for rare species.

Písečný přesyp u Píst protects open continental dune grassland. One of its distinctive features is its shifting ground: it is one of the few places in Czechia where the substrate is still clearly moving. Thus, alongside the Elbe floodplains and wetlands, the natural landscape also includes dune grassland with its own distinctive geological character.

Museums and historic buildings

Polabské národopisné muzeum Přerov nad Labem is one of Europe’s oldest regional open-air museums; its origins date back to 1895. It comprises almost 40 examples of folk architecture, including nine houses, seven granaries and four barns. The furnished interiors show village life in the Polabí region from the mid-18th to the mid-20th century. The different buildings and rooms bring a long period of rural everyday history to life.

Vlastivědné muzeum Nymburk focuses on the nature of the Polabí region, prehistoric archaeology and the history of Nymburk. In Poděbrady, Památník krále Jiřího z Poděbrad interprets the history of the 14th and 15th centuries. It is located in the oldest part of the medieval castle; Gothic wall paintings and hundreds of exhibits explore themes from this period.

Libice nad Cidlinou also connects history with a specific site: the Slavník stronghold is a National Cultural Monument. Slavník built a fortified complex there with a mint, a stone church and a princely palace. Other National Cultural Monuments include the crematorium in Nymburk and the hydroelectric power station in Poděbrady.

Nymburk, the cycling route and more experiences

Nymburk preserves well-maintained medieval walls. The tower of St. Giles Church offers views; check access arrangements before your visit. Nymburk is also on the Elbe Cycle Route, which connects Czechia with Germany. Check the current signage when planning your route.

More than 180 animal species live at ZOO Chleby. Visitors can buy food and feed selected species. The zoo is accessible from Nymburk by bus route 673. The service connects with regional and express trains from Prague and regional trains from Kolín. If you plan to travel this way, check the current timetable.

At Botanicus, you can try your hand at crafts and learn more about their history; the seasonal program may vary. The dining hall serves dishes made in part from produce grown in the organic gardens. Pivovar Nymburk brews eight pale beers as well as a semi-dark specialty beer, a dark lager and a chocolate-flavored dark lager.

Loučeň Castle is also open year-round. Its Labyrintharium comprises twelve mazes and labyrinths. Check the latest visitor information before planning your visit. This can help you find hotels for your stay in Nymburk District.

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