Slověnice Quarry
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Slověnice Quarry, also known as Slověnický mlýn, is a unique destination near České Budějovice, combining a popular diving quarry with one of Europe's largest underwater caissons and a family-friendly outdoor activity center.

📜 Slověnice Quarry, also known as Slověnický mlýn, is a unique destination near České Budějovice, combining a popular diving quarry with one of Europe's largest underwater caissons and a family-friendly outdoor activity center.
🔍 This site is famous for hosting multiple Czech records for continuous underwater human stays and offers a wide range of activities for all ages.

Why Go

☀️ Dive into one of Europe's largest underwater caissons, accessible at 9 meters, featuring two dry levels, external lighting, and the possibility to stay overnight.
🐠 Encounter a rich variety of fish, including large and unafraid trout, char, sturgeon, and koi carp, especially in shallower depths.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a family-friendly environment with a rope center, water attractions, and a mini-zoo.
🏞️ Explore a beautiful natural setting with pleasant surroundings and various outdoor programs.

🤸‍♀️ Activities

🧗‍♀️ Rope Parks: High rope park with 20 obstacles and 3 zip lines, plus two dedicated circuits for children under 150 cm.
💦 Water Fun: Aquaroller and boats for aquatic adventures.
🎯 Target Sports: Archery and paintball for competitive fun.
🐾 Mini-Zoo: Visit a farm with animals like goats, sheep, pigs, cows, and llamas.
🚶‍♀️ Themed Trails: Discover the Pentlička's trail and a barefoot walking path.

🤿 Diving Details

🏊‍♀️ Utilize the training platform at 3 meters depth, ideal for all levels of diving courses and trial dives.
🌡️ Experience varied water temperatures: June 7°C, July 9°C, August 6°C, September 13°C, October 10°C.
🛠️ The site is equipped with a compressor for 220/300 bar air fills and offers various diving courses (Sidemount, Night Diving, Dry Suit, Nitrox, Perfect Buoyancy).

Why Avoid

⚠️ Visibility is highly variable, ranging from 0.5 to 8 meters, and tends to be worse during summer months.

⏰ Hours

🗓️ The outdoor activity center is open to the public daily from 10:00 to 18:00 during July and August.
🏫 Outside of summer holidays (May, June, September), the center is available for pre-booked groups like schools and companies.

💰 Cost

🎟️ Entrance to the area is free, with charges only for specific activities.
💳 Payment cards are accepted for activities.

🅿️ Parking

🚗 Free on-site parking is available for visitors.

🚻 Toilets & Showers

🚿 Continuously open toilets and showers are available at the entrance area.

🐕 Dogs

🐶 Dogs are welcome on a leash; larger dogs require a muzzle. Owners must clean up after their pets.