The reconstruction of the Plešivec bridge (road II/160) in Český Krumlov will affect navigation on the Vltava River from 18 May to 10 November 2026. Depending on the current phase of construction, passing under the bridge will either be completely prohibited or possible only through a marked corridor. A land portage route is available throughout the entire period. A temporary bridge for pedestrians and vehicles remains open across the river at all times. Below you will find an overview of the restrictions by period and instructions on how to proceed.
Overview
| 18 May – 18 Jun 2026 | 19 Jun – 20 Oct 2026 | 21 Oct – 10 Nov 2026 | |
| Passing under the bridge | ⛔ NO | ✅ YES (corridor) | ⛔ NO |
| Land portage | ✅ YES | ✅ YES | ✅ YES |
| Pedestrian crossing (temporary bridge) | ✅ YES | ✅ YES | ✅ YES |
18 May – 18 June 2026: No passage – portage required
⛔ Passing under the bridge is not possible. Boats must be carried overland along the marked portage route.
What to do:
- Exit the water on the right bank before the bridge (prepared terrain).
- Walk under the temporary bridge structure (safe underpass).
- Carry your boat along the marked route around the construction site (signed with information boards).
- Re-launch behind the bridge → slipway, wooden steps and a temporary dock are available.
⚠️ Do not enter the closed section of the river. Do not enter the construction site. Follow all current signage and the instructions of construction staff. Restrictions may change depending on the progress of construction and water levels.
19 June – 20 October 2026: Restricted passage – navigation corridor
✅ Passing under the bridge is permitted, but only through the marked navigation corridor (tube).
What to do:
- Follow the navigation signage and the guidance into the corridor/tube (boards on the bank and on the water).
- Pass through the tube slowly; do not overtake. In case of high flow or poor visibility, exercise extra caution.
Alternatively, you may portage overland:
- Exit the water on the right bank before the bridge (prepared terrain).
- Walk under the temporary bridge structure (safe underpass).
- Carry your boat along the marked route around the construction site (signed with information boards).
- Re-launch behind the bridge → slipway, wooden steps and a temporary dock are available.
⚠️ Do not pass outside the marked corridor. Do not overtake inside the corridor. Do not enter the construction site. Follow all current signage and the instructions of construction staff. Restrictions may change depending on the progress of construction and water levels.
21 October – 10 November 2026: No passage – portage required
⛔ Passing under the bridge is not possible. Boats must be carried overland along the marked portage route.
What to do:
- Exit the water on the right bank before the bridge (prepared terrain).
- Walk under the temporary bridge structure (safe underpass).
- Carry your boat along the marked route around the construction site (signed with information boards).
- Re-launch behind the bridge → slipway, wooden steps and a temporary dock are available.
⚠️ Do not enter the closed section of the river. Do not enter the construction site. Follow all current signage and the instructions of construction staff. Restrictions may change depending on the progress of construction and water levels.
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Client: South Bohemian Region
Contractor: HOCHTIEF CZ a.s.
If you have any questions, please contact any boat rental or campsite along your route.
Thank you for your understanding and have a safe journey on the water.