Ploučnice River – A River Untouched by Civilization
Ploučnice – řeka bez rušivých zásahů civilizace
The Ploučnice River in the Liberec region is a romantic and wild waterway, often called the "Czech Amazon," offering a unique paddling adventure through untouched nature, meanders, and a hand-carved sandstone tunnel.

📜 Romantic and wild waterway, often called the "Czech Amazon".
🔍 Offers unique paddling through untouched nature.

Why Go

🏞️ Experience a pristine river largely untouched by civilization
💧 Navigable year-round up to Benešov nad Ploučnicí
🌿 Explore diverse sections from calm meanders to rapids
🚣‍♀️ Paddle through the hand-carved sandstone tunnel of Průrva Ploučnice

Why Avoid

⚠️ Lower sections towards Děčín involve numerous weirs that are difficult to portage
🏕️ Be prepared for a total wilderness experience; many stretches have no services or supply points
💪 Some routes are a true test of paddling skill and physical condition

Cost

💰 Free

Hours

🕒 Navigable year-round up to Benešov nad Ploučnicí.