Locking of the Vltava

Date of the event

24. 10. 2026

Place of the event

Hluboká - Purkarec

The Hluboká "Sport for All" group invites all enthusiasts of hiking, nature, and country music to the traditional "Locking of the Vltava River" event in Purkarec. Come along for an autumn hike, a stop at Karlův Hrádek, and a pleasant afternoon filled with music!

Hiking trip to Purkarec

Meeting point: 10:30 AM at the left bank of the bridge in Hluboká nad Vltavou

The 12 km route includes a stop at Karlův Hrádek

Please bring your own sausages for roasting

Refreshments will be available from the "Toulavý výčep" mobile tap

From 3:00 PM: Performance by the Hluboká Country Band and guests at the Pelikán Restaurant

At 4:30 PM: The "Locking of the Vltava" ceremony on the riverbank below the old Purkarec pub (U Janátů)

Return transport: A free bus is provided for hike participants. Departure from the Pelikán Restaurant at 7:30 PM.

Come and bid farewell to the boating season, stretch your legs, and enjoy a get-together by the Vltava!

Cheers to sports and hiking!