Hiking

🗺️ Route & Highlights (South of Prague) * **Celtic Oppidum:** A visit to the ancient historic site and scenic viewpoints. * **Airport:** Hiking past an active airport with views of the airfield. * **Modřanská Rokle:** A walk through the forested nature reserve valley. * **Finishing Point:** A cozy cafe located next to a tram stop with direct connections back to the city center. 📍 Event Overview * **Distance:** 14 km. * **Pace:** Active walking at an average speed of 4 km/h. * **Difficulty:** 400m elevation gain (comparable to climbing Mount Milešovka), requiring good physical fitness. 🎒 What to Bring (Gear & Essentials) * **Footwear:** Sturdy hiking boots or trail shoes. * **Protection:** Heavy-duty bug spray for ticks. * **Food & Drink:** Plenty of water and snacks for the trail. * **Fee:** 50 CZK meetup fee contribution (payable on-site via cash or QR code). ⚠️ Transport & Logistics * **Train Tickets:** * If you have a valid "Lítačka" card for zones P and 0, you do not need to buy a train ticket. * If you do not have Lítačka, purchase a 90-minute PID paper ticket for 50 CZK from the orange vending machines in the station hallway. The train ride takes 25 minutes, but the 90-minute ticket ensures validity in case of delays. * **Registration:** This event is for registered participants only. Please click the "Going" button if you plan to attend.

Hey everyone! Tired of sitting and watching **Netflix**? 📺🥱 The galaxy (or at least the south of Prague) isn't going to explore itself! Put down that remote, grab your walkman, and join our crew for a mission through ancient ruins, great views, and literal flight decks. 🚀✨ We’ve got **14 km** of uncharted territory ahead of us. 🌲 We’ll start by raiding an **Ancient Celtic Oppidum** 🏛️—it’s basically like an alien temple, so bring your inner Star-Lord. Then, prepare for the **breathtaking views** aka great spots for selfies 📸 But keep your sensors sharp! We’re hiking past an **actual airport** ✈️—perfect for when we need to make a quick getaway from the Nova Corps. Finally, we’ll disappear into the "jungle" of **Modřanská rokle** 🌿, where even Groot would feel right at home. **Fair warning:** We’re moving at a steady Guardian pace 🏃🚶 (translation: active walking, average 4km/h). The climb is about one **Milešovka** high, so you’ll need some bionic strength in those legs! Our final destination? A **cozy space-cafe** ☕️🍰 right by the transport portal (the tram), which will warp you back to the city center in no time. 🚃💨 🎒 Mission Gear: * **Combat Boots:** Or just sturdy **hiking boots** 🥾. * **Annihilator Spray:** A heavy-duty **bug spray** 🦟. Space-mosquitoes are real and they are thirsty. * **Fuel:** Plenty of **water** 💧 and a **snack** 🥪. Even Drax gets hangry! * **The Vibe:** A massive dose of **good mood** 😃 and a **50 CZK** unit of currency (payable on site via qr code or cash) to keep our ship flying. 💸 ⚠️ **Note from HQ:** Please be on time. The train will be too. If you have "Litacka" for P and 0, you do not need any train ticket. If not, please buy yourself a paper PID ticket (90min ticket for 50 CZK (the train ride is only 25mins but in case of delay you need to have your PID ticket valid); you can get it in the orange vending machines right in the station hallway; its cheaper than the train ticket. In case of any question, send me PM). This mission is for **registered Guardians only**. Hit that "Going" button or stay on the couch! 🤝 Let’s show this trail who the real Guardians are. See you on Saturday! 🌌🌲☀️

Hi All, Come and join us for social running and a coffee! We meet at the main gate of Vystaviste - tram stop Vystaviste Holesovice. We will run in Stromovka. Usually we run around 50mins and it is up to everyone how many kilometres. We welcome all levels of runner. We can all run together or, if there is more of us, we can split into groups and at the end of the run we all meet close to the starting point to go for a coffee to a nice local coffee place (where they also sell cakes and great chocolate). If the weather is great, we can also just sit in one of the outside coffee placces in Stromovka and enjoy the sun. This is where we meet: http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/7/3/1/600_447930513.jpeg

Join us for a chill sketching session! ✨ Spend some time outside, get creative, and sip on a cup of coffee. Meet great people and enjoy the vibe together. All levels are welcome 💛 We’re here just to have fun and sketch together! All our events are free.

Who can attend this meetup: The tour is an introduction to Prague and is mainly for expats and visitors to our city but everybody who would like to join is invited. ***Important***, please also fill in the booking form on our [website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) if you are planning to come (otherwise we will not expect you). Description: Meet us by the Powder Tower, the historical gate to the Old Town and starting point of the Royal Route. Then have an educative walk through the narrow and picturesque streets of the historical center of Prague. Enjoy the unique diversity of architectural styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau. See some of the most interesting sites and get to know fascinating facts and legends of the 1000-year old capital of Bohemia. End the tour at the riverside 5 minutes away from the Charles Bridge, from which you can continue the tour on your own (or again with us) towards Malá Strana or Prague Castle. ====== Meeting point: We will be standing by the Powder Tower at the side of the Namestí Republiky square with a green umbrella in hand :) Map: https://goo.gl/maps/tzqKpZ2945S2 Price: there is no fixed price, you will be able to decide yourself how much you value the tour. If you don't know how much is best (and can afford it) we recommend 200Kč, but it really depends on you how much you contribute. Join us also on our [Facebook profile](https://www.facebook.com/freewalkingtoursprague/) :) and if you are travelling to other cities check out our friends at the [Free Tour Community website](https://freetourcommunity.com/). For any questions, please contact us at info@freewalkingtourprague.eu. Unfortunately, the meetup application does not always send us phone notifications. Reminder - only people who booked on our [official free walking tour website](https://freewalkingtourprague.eu/en/schedule) can join the tour and if the tour shows fully booked on the website it means there are no free spots. The meetup list doesn't count in this case. We look forward to meeting you, Michal, Amanda, Lana, Iva & Chris

\~FREE EVENT\~ (Tips are welcome) Přejděte dolů na český jazyk 🇬🇧. Event Concept? 👉 Czech & Expats people can share their languages and socialize. For introverts and shy people (we all are sometimes), we have ice-breaking games and more... so feel free to come by. It is a very friendly event to meet people around the world🙂 By the time you make new friends in the meetup, our after party starts :) 🏅It is the BIGGEST, Oldest & the Only Free Language Exchange Event in the Czech Republic 🥰 (with 103 people) --> Can i Come to the Event if my English or other language is bad😔? ☺YESS! your language level does not matter. You can also make friends. 🇨🇿Can Czech People also come? Ofcourse! Everyone is invited --> How does it work? Dev (organiser) will give you the Sticker and will write your NAME & LANGUAGE you speak & want to exchange. Then you can join the Table of that language or meet the person of your language & make friends concurrently. (If you still don't understand, he will explain to you at the venue) 🙂 📍LOCATION Tequila Tales Bar & Music Club Újezd 19 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic (Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd) 🫡Do I need a Reservation? No, Feel free to bring your friends 🤔Can I come late? Its better if you come on time so you can meet maximum people. ❓Questions❓ Write to +420 703 971 515 (call/ whatsapp) https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* \~AKCE ZDARMA\~ (Tipy jsou vítány) Přejděte dolů na český jazyk 🇬🇧. Koncept akce? 👉 Češi a cizinci mohou sdílet své jazyky a socializovat se. Pro introverty a stydlivé lidi (všichni jsme někdy) máme hry na lámání ledu a další... tak neváhejte a přijďte. Je to velmi přátelská událost k setkání s lidmi po celém světě🙂 🏅Je to NEJVĚTŠÍ, nejstarší a jediná bezplatná jazyková výměnná akce v České republice (s 103 lidmi) --> Mohu přijít na událost, když moje angličtina nebo jiný jazyk je špatný😔? ☺ANO! na vaší jazykové úrovni nezáleží. Můžete se také spřátelit. 🇨🇿Můžou přijít i Češi? Samozřejmě! Všichni jsou zváni --> Jak to funguje? Dev (organizátor) vám dá nálepku a napíše vaše JMÉNO A JAZYK, kterým mluvíte a chcete si je vyměnit. Pak se můžete připojit ke stolu tohoto jazyka nebo se setkat s osobou vašeho jazyka a zároveň se spřátelit. (Pokud stále nerozumíte, vysvětlí vám to na místě konání) 🙂 📍 POLOHA Tequila Tales Bar & Music Club Újezd 19 118 00 Prague, Czech Republic (Nearest tram stop- Hellichova & Ujezd) Potřebuji rezervaci? Ne, klidně vezměte své přátele 🤔 Můžu přijít pozdě? Je lepší přijít včas, abyste mohli potkat maximum lidí. ❓Otázky❓ Napište našemu +420 703 971 515 (call/ whatsapp) https://www.instagram.com/tequilatales_prg/

Come and join us for a fun, friendly but competitive game of 7-a-side. All abilities welcome. Artificial, outdoor pitch all year round, whatever the weather. Please be ready to play on the hour. We will play on the pitch nearest to the changing room / bar building, and you have access to the changing room before the game. The game costs 80 crowns. Ways to pay: 1\. With cash\. Ideally with exact change\, or no more than a 200 crown note\. 2\. On Revolut \- \+44 7717 452 156 / @thomas3dgu / QR code at the game\. 3\. On Wise \- I will send you a payment link\. \~\~\~ Please note that during this current busy period, 3 spaces are reserved until Monday evening for new players (fewer than 3 Saturday events).

Hello Adventurers, This Sunday we will take it easy, for a change. We will go south-east of Prague and visit some lovely trails between Říčany and Mnichovice at leisurely pace. Hike can be made longer if there is interest. **• General info:** Trail: Walking Grade: This area is known for its lovely views and hills. Pace will be comfortable. ↑221 m \| 190 m↓ Distance according to Mapy: 16 km [MAP](https://mapy.com/s/hokorehuvo) **• Getting there and back:** →We will take [8:21 train to Říčany (destination Benešov u Prahy) ](https://idos.cz/vlakyautobusymhdvse/spojeni/prehled/?p=Fyb5SSWpsOpfNdTbad2ENBBhbcX7GhLtN9jhngpLQBknLYlXDdbt23ZPOJlyK1PEzUtsLiA3dI.zPM9pNcSJnQ--)from Praha hl.n. Check the connection as the train stops also stops at Vrsovice, Eden, etc. ← We will finish our hike in Mnichovice and take a train back from there. Connections are available every 30 minutes, max 1 hour PRO TIP: If you have Litacka app, buy tickets there, as it is more than twice cheaper than buying it from Idos or CD shop. **• What to bring** -Comfortable hiking footwear with good grip -Layers, layers, layers -Tea/coffee/water/snacks & lunch to keep you going -It's a good idea to have a map app installed on your phone **• Contact:** Jasminka +420 775 096 136 Looking forward :)

Join **RSP Adventures** for an unforgettable day trip through Prachovské Skály, once part of the historic Golden Path, and the charming town of Jičín. The famed Prachov Rocks form a spectacular rock town in the heart of the Bohemian Paradise. Our walk will lead us through narrow ravines, winding gullies, dramatic gorges, and along the tops of sandstone formations with stunning lookout points and hidden alcoves. Our trip begins in Jičín, where we can visit the Milohlídka–Čeřovka Lookout Tower, walk along the scenic Libosad Linden Alley, explore the Baroque chateau (now a museum), and admire the Church of Saint James the Greater. Distance : 10km (about 6 hours) Difficulty Rating : Moderate to Moderately Strenuous 📍 Limited spots available – don’t miss out! **Tour Highlights:** • Professional and friendly guide • Hassle-free day trip to Prachov Rocks National Park • Transportation by air-conditioned bus • Discover the historic town of Jičín, the gateway to Bohemian Paradise • Entrance fee to the park. • Climb the Čeřovka Lookout Tower • Conquer the Bohemian Paradise Lookout • Explore the American Cavern • Walk along the Imperial Corridor • See the Leaning Tower • Vyhlídka Míru • Hlaholská Vyhlídka • Savor traditional cuisine at a charming local restaurant. You can pay for the trip via: • Bank transfer: 7392420507/6363 • Revolut: @augustetqc • Wise: @agustind162 **More information at :** https://www.facebook.com/events/26374077325576431/

Join **RSP Adventures** for an unforgettable day trip through Prachovské Skály, once part of the historic Golden Path, and the charming town of Jičín. The famed Prachov Rocks form a spectacular rock town in the heart of the Bohemian Paradise. Our walk will lead us through narrow ravines, winding gullies, dramatic gorges, and along the tops of sandstone formations with stunning lookout points and hidden alcoves. Our trip begins in Jičín, where we can visit the Milohlídka–Čeřovka Lookout Tower, walk along the scenic Libosad Linden Alley, explore the Baroque chateau (now a museum), and admire the Church of Saint James the Greater. Distance : 10km (about 6 hours) Difficulty Rating : Moderate to Moderately Strenuous 📍 Limited spots available – don’t miss out! **Tour Highlights:** • Professional and friendly guide • Hassle-free day trip to Prachov Rocks National Park • Transportation by air-conditioned bus • Discover the historic town of Jičín, the gateway to Bohemian Paradise • Entrance fee to the park. • Climb the Čeřovka Lookout Tower • Conquer the Bohemian Paradise Lookout • Explore the American Cavern • Walk along the Imperial Corridor • See the Leaning Tower • Vyhlídka Míru • Hlaholská Vyhlídka • Savor traditional cuisine at a charming local restaurant. You can pay for the trip via: • Bank transfer: 7392420507/6363 • Revolut: @augustetqc • Wise: @agustind162 **More information at :** https://www.facebook.com/events/26374077325576431/

Want to experience an urban farm on one of Prague’s river islands as we head into spring? Or just join a group of community motivated individuals and spend your Sunday in nature? Then come along on Sunday for an afternoon with Metrofarm to work on their farm on cizarsky ostrov! Make sure to wear something suitable for the weather, comfortable, that you won’t mind getting dirty, bring gloves if you have them - we have spares, and a water bottle. If you have any questions, contact Julia +420 737 890 656 or Wendy +420 731 873 300

🏃 **SUNDAY RUN CLUB** is happening every week! Every Sunday we head out for a relaxed 5km run through Stromovka at an easy 6:00 min/km pace. No pressure, no racing, just good vibes and good people. Truly for everyone. And yes, it's completely FREE! 📍 **Meet** at Café Kolektor 🕐 **Pace**: \~6:00 min/km (easy for all levels) 📏 **Distance**: 5 km, Stromovka After the run we head back to Kolektor for a well earned coffee or a fresh summer drink. ☕🧃 Come solo, bring a friend. See you Sunday! 👟

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **This is a curated, small-group meetup make new friends in Prague.** Each meetup brings together 4–6 like-minded people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to organize and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com](https://groupvibe.com) Once you register, and **buy a ticket or become a Groupvibe member**, we’ll share the exact location and match you with your group. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier \* Matching helps avoid awkward dynamics **Note:** RSVPs here on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. This meetup is organized by **Groupvibe**, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

**The Easiest room to walk into on a Saturday night** 🤩🌍 We are a welcoming, high-energy tribe of locals, newcomers, and expats alike. Half the room is our stable core, the other is always brand new! We skip the awkward small talk and go straight for REAL connections ✨, naturally transitioning into a great party 🤩 later on. Our rules are simple: No pressure, no city masks, and absolutely no standing alone. Just grab a drink 🍹 and jump right in. You’ll leave feeling energized, connected, and a little bit more like a true Praguer. 😎🤙 👉 If you want to dive deeper, just show up and JOIN our LOCAL WhatsApp community of 250+ Praguers!

**History** The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville. Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people. As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support. The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts. In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area. **Map of the Park** Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png). **Summary** For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks. **Where We'll Meet** We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center. **After the Hike** Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks. The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.

This is a small but pretty park with a 1.7-mile loop. We will walk it 2 times. It goes along a ridge and has moderate elevation changes.

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.

Hi ladies. Let's hike the edward thomas trail, lake trail , spring creek and a short walk on the multi purpose trail. This is one large loop . Wear your shoe of choice. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. 4.2 miles in length .

Hi ladies. Let's hike the Edward Thomas, Spring Creek, and a little multi-purpose trail - approximately 4 miles so please wear your shoe of choice. Please bring a water bottle as needed and appropriate shoes. Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area.

Hike approx 4.0 miles at approx. 17 minute mile pace. Meet in front of the Nature Center.