In the Footsteps of Fish Farming Traditions in the Třeboň Region
The Třeboň region has been renowned for fish farming since time immemorial. Visit the fish tanks of the largest freshwater fish producer in Europe and learn all about the rich local tradition of fishing and pond cultivation. Experience the heritage with all your senses and treat your taste buds to fish specialties from local ponds.
The history of fish farming in this region dates back to the 15th century, with its golden age in the 16th century, associated with the names of renowned builders Mikuláš Ruthard of Malešov, Štěpánek Netolický, and Jakub Krčín. Take a tour of the Rybářství Třeboň fish tanks, where you’ll gain deeper insight into this traditional craft and the culture of fish farming in the Třeboň area.
No visit to Třeboň would be complete without tasting the local fish. You can enjoy fish specialties at many locations around the region. In Třeboň itself, popular choices include Šupina and Šupinka restaurants (famous for their original carp fries), the spa restaurants Adéla and Harmonie, or Zdejší kuchyně restaurant at Hotel Zlatá hvězda. At the House of Štěpánek Netolický, you can explore an interactive exhibition dedicated to fishpond engineering and the life and work of Štěpánek Netolický. The building itself is a remarkable example of preserved Renaissance architecture.
Information
When: Spring to Autumn
Where: Třeboň
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Capacity: 15–20 people (or split into multiple groups)
Language: Czech (English or German interpreters available upon request)
Contact Information
Tourist Region: Třeboň Region
Palackého náměstí 46/2,
379 01 Třeboň
Phone: +420 601 089 475
Email: info@regiontrebonsko.cz
Website: www.regiontrebonsko.cz
