Pribram

Příbram is a city in Central Bohemia, located approximately 60 km southwest of Prague in the Brdy highlands. With about 33,000 inhabitants, it is the largest city in the region. Příbram has a long mining history, particularly in uranium and silver mining, and the surrounding Brdy hills offer excellent opportunities for hiking and nature walks.

The town sits at the foot of the Brdy mountains, with a mix of mining heritage and natural landscapes. The climate follows the continental pattern with cool summers and cold winters.

By Plane

Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) is approximately 70 km northeast.

By Train

Trains run from Prague's Smíchovské nádraží to Příbram. Journey time is approximately 90 minutes.

By Car / Road

Driving from Prague takes approximately 60 minutes via the D4 motorway.

Příbram is walkable in the centre. Local bus services connect the city with surrounding areas and the Brdy hills.

• Mining Museum (Hornické muzeum) – Showcasing the region's mining heritage, including underground tours of historic mines.
• Svatá Hora (Holy Mountain) – A Baroque pilgrimage complex on a hill above Příbram with a basilica and monastery.
• Brdy Landscape Protected Area – The Brdy hills offer extensive forests, reservoirs, and hiking trails.

Hiking and cycling in the Brdy hills. Underground mine tours at the mining museum.

Příbram restaurants serve traditional Czech cuisine. Pubs and restaurants around the city centre offer svíčková, guláš, and daily lunch menus typically priced 100–150 Kč.

Tap water is safe to drink. Czech beer is widely available.

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

Standard Czech retail shops are available in the city centre. The mining museum shop offers mineral specimens and mining-related souvenirs.

• Prague – 60 km northeast. The capital city.
• Karlštejn – 40 km northeast. Famous castle with hiking in the Bohemian Karst.
• Sedlčany – 20 km east. A small town with a chateau.
• Brdy Hills – Surrounding area. Nature reserves and hiking trails.