Blanice River in South Bohemia
Řeka Blanice na jihu Čech
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Discover the charm of the Blanice River, a historic gold-bearing river in South Bohemia, offering a blend of history, diverse water sports, and beautiful nature from its source to its mouth.

📜 A historic gold-bearing river in South Bohemia, known for its natural beauty and diverse landscapes.
🛶 Popular for paddling, offering sections from fast-flowing mountain streams to meandering lowland stretches.
🌊 Originates 10 km east of Volary at 960m, flows into Otava River near Putim.

Why Go

🏞️ Explore a river rich in history, from medieval gold panning to timber floating.
🚣‍♀️ Enjoy diverse paddling experiences, with sections suitable for various skill levels (ZWC to WW III-).
⛏️ Discover preserved gold panning heaps (sejpy) along its course.
🐟 Spot freshwater mussels, historically harvested here.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Weirs from Vodňany onwards are completely unnavigable.

Tips

📏 Recommended water level: Podedvorský mlýn gauge at least 70 cm for Záblatí section.
🗓️ Upper sections navigable in spring or after rains; lower sections until early summer or during dam releases.