Devil's Rapids
Čertovy proudy
Fee required
Parking available
Experience the wild beauty of Devil's Rapids, a bouldery Vltava riverbed known for its unique granite formations, 'giant's kettles', and as a world-class whitewater sports venue, with water levels controlled by the Lipno Dam.

📜 Wild, romantic bouldery Vltava riverbed between Loučovice and Vyšší Brod.
🔍 Known for massive granite boulders, unique 'giant's kettles', and a natural reserve status since 1956.

Why Go

🌊 Experience thrilling whitewater sports during scheduled releases
🏞️ Explore unique geological formations and huge boulders
🏆 Witness the annual Devils Extreme Race, a World Championship in extreme kayaking
📸 Great spot for nature photography and scenic views from Čertova kazatelna

Why Avoid

⚠️ Water levels often low due to Lipno Dam, whitewater activities only during scheduled releases
🚫 Not always suitable for casual whitewater unless water is specifically released

Tips

🏊 Participants for rafting must be able to swim and be physically fit.
🔞 Extreme rafting (Úsek 2) has a strict age limit of 18-65 years.

💰 Cost

Rafting prices (excluding VAT): 1st section: 1000 CZK, 1st + 2nd section: 2500 CZK. Includes instruction, transfer, equipment.

🕒 Hours

Rafting available on 22.8.2025, 23.8.2025, 24.8.2025. Devils Extreme Race from 21.8.2025 to 24.8.2025.

🅿️ Parking

Parking available near Čertova stěna, approx. 8 km from Lipno nad Vltavou.