Nymburk

Nymburk is a city in the Central Bohemia region, located approximately 53 km east of Prague at the confluence of the Elbe (Labe) and Mrlina rivers. Founded around 1275 as a royal city, Nymburk has a well-preserved historic town centre protected as an urban monument zone. The city was damaged during the Thirty Years' War but retained much of its medieval character.

The historic centre features distinctive brick Gothic architecture, unusual for the Czech lands, reflecting North German building traditions. The city walls, churches, and Renaissance town hall are notable landmarks. With about 15,000 inhabitants, Nymburk maintains a pleasant small-town atmosphere.

The climate follows the continental pattern. The Elbe river valley provides scenic walking and cycling opportunities.

By Plane

Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) is approximately 80 km west.

By Train

From Prague, take line S2 via Lysá nad Labem. Trains depart regularly from Prague's Masarykovo nádraží. Journey time is approximately 50 minutes.

By Car / Road

Nymburk is approximately 11 km north of the D11 motorway (exit 25), which runs from Prague to Hradec Králové. From Liberec, take the D10 motorway past Mladá Boleslav then continue via Silnice highway from exit 39.

Nymburk's historic centre is compact and walkable. Local bus services connect the city with surrounding towns.

• City Walls of Nymburk – Well-preserved medieval fortifications, among the best in the region.
• Church of St. Giles (Kostel sv. Jiljí) – A listed Gothic brick church built 1280–1380, a unique example of brick Gothic architecture in the Czech lands.
• Renaissance Town Hall – A rare 1526 town hall on the main square.
• Marian Column – A Baroque column from 1713.
• Nymburk Synagogue – A historic synagogue reflecting the city's Jewish heritage.
• Libenského Colonnade – A notable architectural feature.
• Romanka Viewing Tower – Offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.
• Zámek Loučeň – A chateau with English-style park, 8 km south.
• Mcely Castle – A castle now serving as a luxury hotel and retreat.

Walking along the Elbe River embankment. Cycling routes follow the river. Chotuc Park offers a green space for relaxation.

Nymburk restaurants serve traditional Czech cuisine. Establishments around Husovo Square offer dishes like svíčková, vepřo-knedlo-zelo, and local river fish. Lunch menus typically cost 100–150 Kč.

Tap water is safe to drink. Czech beer is served at local pubs.

• Budget: Guesthouses and pensions from approximately 500–700 Kč per night.
• Mid-range: Hotels in the city centre from 800–1,200 Kč.

Standard Czech retail shops are available in the historic centre, including a local market with regional products and everyday goods.

• Prague – 53 km west. The capital city.
• Kolín – 20 km southeast. A railway junction on the Elbe.
• Mladá Boleslav – 25 km north. Home of Škoda Auto.
• Kutná Hora – 35 km southeast. UNESCO World Heritage town.