Discover Obora: walks and the Vodník Festival

Discover Obora through walks along the Ohře River and local traditions. The Lososí nature trail adds to riverside walks; the “Vodník” celebration has a history spanning more than 55 years and its own program of performances, puppet theatre and competitions for children.

Obora at a glance

• The Lososí nature trail was created to support recreational activities and adds to walks along the Ohře River through Obora.
• The “Na kole i pěšky” cycling tourism app lists several routes and points of interest, attractions and monuments in the surrounding area.
• The traditional “Vodník” Children’s Day celebration has been held for more than 55 years.
• The fifth “Mirvaldova Obora” event was announced for August 2, 2025.

Walks and finding your way around

The Lososí nature trail was created to support recreational activities and adds to walks along the Ohře River through Obora. It offers a practical starting point for anyone who wants to explore the town on foot. The river is part of the route described for the walk through Obora.

Obora is also featured in the “Na kole i pěšky” app, which can help you find your way on cycling trips. It lists several routes and various points of interest, attractions and monuments in the surrounding area. The nature trail and the app appeal to different interests: the trail is for walks along the Ohře River through town, while the app brings together routes and places to explore nearby. Check that the app is available before your trip.

Vodník: a long-standing Children’s Day tradition

The traditional “Vodník” Children’s Day celebration has been held for more than 55 years. It was first held under the name “Pod kaštany” and later at the “Pod Babkami” site by the Ohře River. The name and venue are both part of its history in Obora.

The program includes performances by swordsmen, a puppet theatre and competitions for children. The highlight of the celebration is the arrival of water spirits on the river, accompanied by the distribution of chocolate coins. Alongside the performances and theatre, the competitions and this special moment on the water are also key parts of the event.

For families looking for a cultural activity specifically for children, the Children’s Day celebration and its competitions offer concrete options. The riverside walks and the festival have different focuses: nature and activity on the one hand, and a program and traditions on the other.

Art encounters and workshops

Another cultural event is “Mirvaldova Obora”, a gathering of artists and art lovers in tribute to Czech painter Vladislav Mirvald. The fifth event was announced for August 2, 2025. It was scheduled to take place at the multifunctional House No. 26 and at the “Pod Babkami” nature site by the Ohře River.

Creative workshops were planned for this edition: painting, drawing, acrylic painting on canvas and mixed media, as well as pencil and pen drawing. Making prints and bookmarks was also planned. The specific workshop details relate to the event announced for 2025; they offer insight into its planned program, not an ongoing offering.

When looking for a hotel, it can help to first decide what you want to focus on during your trip: walks along the Ohře River, the long-standing “Vodník” tradition, or a dated cultural program such as “Mirvaldova Obora”, announced for August 2, 2025. This makes it easier to match your interests with your planned travel dates.

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FAQ – Frequently asked questions about Obora

What is the highlight of the Vodník Festival?

The highlight is considered to be the arrival of water spirits on the river. This is accompanied by the distribution of chocolate coins.

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