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Spend a day from Prague exploring Czech crystal craftsmanship and the historic Pilsner Urquell brewery. Watch glassblowers at work, tour Pilsen’s old town and cathedral, and taste non‑pasteurised Pilsner straight from an oak cask.
Spend a day from Prague exploring Czech crystal craftsmanship and the historic Pilsner Urquell brewery. Watch glassblowers at work, tour Pilsen’s old town and cathedral, and taste non‑pasteurised Pilsner straight from an oak cask.
You step out of an air‑conditioned minivan and the Bohemian plain opens before you—low hills, fields, and the faint line of the Mže river that edges Pilsen. The first stop is a family glassworks where heat and hand shape crystal: blowers rotate, shears sing, and a raw gob of molten glass becomes a faceted cup under skilled palms.
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Operated by Hana Nova · Plzeň, Plzeň Region
You step out of an air‑conditioned minivan and the Bohemian plain opens before you—low hills, fields, and the faint line of the Mže river that edges Pilsen. The first stop is a family glassworks where heat and hand shape crystal: blowers rotate, shears sing, and a raw gob of molten glass becomes a faceted cup under skilled palms.
History follows quickly. Pilsen grew from a medieval market town into an industrial heartland; the cathedral’s tower has watched the city since the 14th century while the Urquell brewery, founded in 1842, rewrote beer history when bottom‑fermented pale lager changed brewing across the world. The tour traces geology in small ways—local sandstone foundations for cellars and oak barrels aging blasé beer into a softer draft.
Cultural notes: expect direct, practical Czech hospitality, with a hearty lunch of local fare and conversations about brewing techniques. The brewery cellar smells of yeast and wood; a non‑pasteurised Pilsner Urquell straight from an oak cask tastes brighter and cleaner than bottle versions.
Practical guidance: the day is mostly easy walking on cobblestones and factory floors—bring comfortable shoes and a photo‑friendly jacket. Carry ID for tastings; summers can get hot inside glassworks and cool underground in beer cellars. Timing matters—departing Prague in the morning gives you full guided access and a relaxed return in early evening. This is a compact, cultural day that combines craftsmanship, local food, and one of the world’s most influential lagers.
Pickup in Prague and the full excursion is about 9 hours, including travel time of roughly 40 minutes each way to the glassworks and to Pilsen.
Yes—admission fees for the glassworks and Pilsner Urquell brewery are included in the tour price.
A traditional Czech lunch is included; you can note dietary restrictions at booking and the operator will try to accommodate them.
Yes—tasting of non‑pasteurised Pilsner Urquell from casks is part of the guided brewery visit; you must be 18 or older.
Hana Nova operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step out of an air‑conditioned minivan and the Bohemian plain opens before you—low hills, fields, and the faint line of the Mže river that edges Pilsen. The first stop is a family glassworks where heat and hand shape crystal: blowers rotate, shears sing, and a raw gob of molten glass becomes a faceted cup under skilled palms.
You step out of an air‑conditioned minivan and the Bohemian plain opens before you—low hills, fields, and the faint line of the Mže river that edges Pilsen. The first stop is a family glassworks where heat and hand shape crystal: blowers rotate, shears sing, and a raw gob of molten glass becomes a faceted cup under skilled palms.
History follows quickly. Pilsen grew from a medieval market town into an industrial heartland; the cathedral’s tower has watched the city since the 14th century while the Urquell brewery, founded in 1842, rewrote beer history when bottom‑fermented pale lager changed brewing across the world. The tour traces geology in small ways—local sandstone foundations for cellars and oak barrels aging blasé beer into a softer draft.
Cultural notes: expect direct, practical Czech hospitality, with a hearty lunch of local fare and conversations about brewing techniques. The brewery cellar smells of yeast and wood; a non‑pasteurised Pilsner Urquell straight from an oak cask tastes brighter and cleaner than bottle versions.
Practical guidance: the day is mostly easy walking on cobblestones and factory floors—bring comfortable shoes and a photo‑friendly jacket. Carry ID for tastings; summers can get hot inside glassworks and cool underground in beer cellars. Timing matters—departing Prague in the morning gives you full guided access and a relaxed return in early evening. This is a compact, cultural day that combines craftsmanship, local food, and one of the world’s most influential lagers.