Lake Lipno and its surroundings have a great potential for sporting enjoyment. You will find several sports equipment rentals and sports centres here. On both banks of the dam, there are hiking tracks suitable for both hiking and cycling trips. The lake can be crossed from one bank to the other by using one of the three ferries. Moreover, you can extend your walks through the countryside by visiting the neighbouring Austria where you can get by crossing one of the six border checkpoints.
Our personnel at the hotel reception will readily provide you with more detailed information on the particular sports facilities and activities (opening hours, prices, etc.) in the surroundings of Lake Lipno. At the same time, the personnel will be glad to arrange the particular activities for you.
| Sport | description |
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| Swimming | The Lipno Dam and its pure, 23°C warm water is ideal for swimming. The water expanse is surrounded by numerous beaches. On some of them, you will find attractions not only for children. If you are more of a swimming pool fan, you will certainly be satisfied with the waterpark in Frymburk. |
| Yachting | Lake Lipno, thanks to its large expanse, is suitable for sailing sailboats and surfing; the conditions are similar to a sea. Equipment rentals for these sports and sports instructors can be found in Frymburk (sailboats rental), Lipno nad Vltavou (windsurfing rental and school), and in Černá v Pošumaví (yachting, windsurfing). |
| Windsurfing | |
| Kiteboarding | Have you ever flown a kite on water? In Černá v Pošumaví, you can try out the extreme sport called kiteboarding. Let yourself be dragged by a kite on a board across the surface of Lipno. |
| aquaskipping | In Černá v Pošumaví, you can have a shot at another extraordinary sport - aquaskipping. You ride a special type of watercraft by your own force across the water surface; if you stop, the watercraft starts sinking. |
| Seacycles | You can go for a ride on seacycles on almost any beach of Lake Lipno, for instance, in Horní Planá or in Lipno nad Vltavou. |
| Small boats | Small boats, motorboats, and sailboats can be rented for example in Lipno nad Vltavou, Černá v Pošumaví, or in Vyšší Brod. |
| Fishing | The Lipno region is often labelled as a “Fisherman’s paradise“. The Lipno fishing ranges include standing waters as well as the upper Vltava. It provides you with opportunities to engage in the classic style of fishing as well as the fly fishing technique. |
| Sport | description |
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| Downhill skiing | You can enjoy winter diversions in the ski centre in Lipno nad Vltavou. The large premises offers to its visitors everything one can think of. Variously difficult downhill courses, maintained cross-country tracks, a snow park and a children’s winter playground (a short course with a ski tow, snow tubing, a carousel). A ski school, rental service, and refreshment stand are also at disposal. Cross-country skiers will also enjoy themselves in the surroundings of Černá v Pošumaví. |
| Children’s winter playground | |
| snowboarding | |
| Cross-country skiing | |
| Bobsleigh track (all year long) |
The bobsleigh track in Lipno nad Vltavou is a sought-after attraction. The bobsleds can be ridden on the 1 km long track in any weather conditions. In the area, you will also find a pond with a beach, a bistro, and a children’s playground. |
| Ice skating | You can indulge yourself in ice skating on the frozen surface of Lake Lipno. If you prefer skating in an arena, head for Český Krumlov. |
| Sport | Popis |
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| Cycling | We can honestly recommend walking and driving trips to monuments and landscape landmarks which are numerous in the adjacent areas of Frymburk. Our personnel will guide you to the marked hiking trails around the Šumava National Park and the Šumava Protected Landscape Area, and may even equip you with a map so you don’t go astray while on your stroll through the countryside. |
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| Horseback riding | Horseback riding trips and riding tutorials are offered by a horsemen club in Vyšší Brod and a guest ranch in Horní Planá. The hotel personnel at the reception or a tourist information centre in Lipno nad Vltavou will help you arrange riding trips. |
| Nordic walking |
A fitness walking with special poles helps you fight with overweight, replenish your energy and train your endurance. The hotel personnel at the reception or a tourist information centre in Lipno nad Vltavou will assist you in finding out about Nordic walking lessons. |
| Sport | Popis |
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| In-line skating |
Recently, an undemanding bicycle rout for cyclists and in-line skaters was reconstructed between Frymburk and Lipno nad Vltavou. The skaters may also make use of other bicycle routs that differ in difficultness. |
| Golf | The nearest golf course (18 holes) can be found in Lipno nad Vltavou - Slupečné (6 km). Part of the premises is a club room, driving range, putting a chipping green, golf shop, rental place, etc. |
| Bobsleigh track (all year long) |
The bobsleigh track in Lipno nad Vltavou is a sought-after attraction. The bobsleds can be ridden on the 1 km long track in any weather conditions. In the area, you will also find a pond with a beach, a bistro, and a children’s playground. |
| Sport | Popis |
|---|---|
| Mountain climbing | You can try out this extreme sport on the cliffs of “Luč“ either on your own hook or under the supervision of an experienced instructor. The hotel personnel at the reception or a tourist information centre in Lipno nad Vltavou will assist you in finding an instructor. |
| Sightseeing airplane flights |
An unforgettable view of Lake Lipno, Šumava, and the South Bohemia towns arises when you look at them from the air. No matter whether you choose a balloon or an airplane, it is well worthwhile. If you have never indulged yourself in a sightseeing flight, why not try it out while on vacation in the Lipno area which surely does not lack beautiful sceneries? |
| Sightseeing balloon flights |
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| Tandem skydives |
Avail yourself of the unique offer of tandem skydives. During a skydive, the instructor takes care of controlling the parachute; as for you, your only task is to enjoy the minute long free fall and the subsequent four minutes of parachute flight. Experience this personally, not just while listening to your friends’ stories! |
| paintball | You may enjoy the adventures of this safe combat game in Černá v Pošumaví provided you have at least 6 persons to play. |
| Target shooting practice | At a shooting range not far away from Lipno nad Vltavou, you can try out target shooting with various guns; naturally under the direction of an experienced instructor. |
| karting | You can have a shot at kart racing on a racetrack directly in Frymburk. |