Locations

Cheb Františkovy lázně Mariánské lázně Ostrov Jáchymov Karlovy Vary

The Karlovy Vary Region is an ideal destination for medium-sized MICE events.

The destination provides an optimal environment with a wide range of accommodation, catering, and congress options. The region is internationally recognized as a MICE location and congress tourism center due to its professional services, peaceful atmosphere, and beautiful nature. Well-known towns like Mariánské Lázně, Františkovy Lázně, Jáchymov, and Cheb are equipped with top-notch infrastructure for your events.

Cheb

In this West Bohemian town, you will find many historical monuments led by a castle from the mid-12th century. Cheb has been shaped by numerous prominent architects who left behind many beautiful buildings. The history of Cheb is also linked to names such as Přemysl Otakar II, Albrecht von Wallenstein, F. Schiller, and J. W. Goethe. From a MICE perspective, Cheb is suitable for smaller events.

Foundation
The first mentions of this border town date back to 1061. However, Cheb became a town only in 1322, when its status was confirmed by John of Luxembourg.
Altitude
459 m above sea level
Climate
submontane
Natural rarity
unique SOOS Nature Reserve
Attractions
Cheb phenomenon – tours of historic merchant roofs, the extinct Komorní Hůrka volcano, Jesenice and Skalka reservoirs, numerous hiking and cycling trails in the surroundings.
Architectural landmarks
Cheb Castle, St. Nicholas Church, Špalíček, St. Wenceslas Church, Franciscan Church and Cloister, St. Bartholomew Church, and many others.
Industry
mechanical engineering, textile and food industry
Venue
Kulturní dům Svoboda offers various hall sizes for rent, Hvězda in the historic center also offers a range of interesting spaces with its own brewery and restaurant.

Františkovy Lázně

Františkovy Lázně is a garden town where greenery and parks have as much space as architecture. This is precisely why it can be sought out as an ideal location for medium and smaller-sized MICE events.

Foundation
in 1793
The original name of the settlement, Village of Emperor Francis, was renamed to Františkovy Lázně in 1807. Declared a town in 1865.
Altitude
450 m above sea level
Climate
submontane
Natural rarity
mineral springs with high carbon dioxide content
sulfur-iron peloid
SOOS National Nature Reserve – peatland with rich mineral water springs, mud volcanoes, and diatomite shield
Komorní hůrka – the youngest active volcano in Central Europe
Architectural landmarks
classicist, Empire, historicizing, Art Nouveau
In 1992, the historic core of Františkovy Lázně was declared an Urban Heritage Reserve
Venue
Harvey Spa Hotel is an excellent choice for corporate events and popular team-building activities, as well as the spa Hotel Pyramida with conference facilities and Resort Stein in nearby Skalka.

Mariánské Lázně

A town full of parks, beautiful architecture, surrounded by forested hills with many viewpoints. Its developed spa infrastructure makes it a suitable destination for medium-sized MICE events.

Foundation
in 1808, the first spa season was started and the place was named Mariánské Lázně. Declared a public spa in 1818, declared a town in 1865
Altitude
630 m above sea level
Climate
submontane
Natural rarity
large number of healing springs of different composition in a small area
Natural attractions
beautiful nature of the Slavkov Forest Protected Landscape Area with many marked hiking, cycling, and skiing trails, Kladská National Nature Reserve
Architectural landmarks
spa town center declared a protected heritage zone, heritage sites include the Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir, Anglican Church, Roman Catholic Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, Pavilion of the Cross Spring, Colonnade of the Ferdinand Spring, Casino social house, Chopin House, etc.
Traditional production
spa wafers, mineral waters Aqua Maria and Excelsior
Venue
The largest representative spaces are offered by Ensana Health Spa hotels, the luxury Hotel Excelsior, and Chateau Monty SPA Resort

Ostrov

The town of Ostrov is located at the foot of the Ore Mountains between two West Bohemian spa towns - Karlovy Vary and Jáchymov. In Ostrov, you will find many historic buildings built in the spirit of Romanesque style, Gothic, and Renaissance. The new part of town exudes socialist realism. Ostrov is perfect for small MICE events.

Foundation
Ostrov was granted town privileges in 1331.
Altitude
460 m above sea level
Climate
submontane
Attractions
castle park
Architectural landmarks
Ostrov Castle, town hall, Church of St. James the Greater, Church of St. Michael, Chapel of Our Lady of Einsiedeln, funeral chapel of the Dukes of Saxe-Lauenburg, monastery complex, etc.
Industry
mechanical engineering
Venue
House of Culture is a multi-purpose cultural center with a large hall and other spaces, Old Town Hall, Palace of Princes – Orangery

Jáchymov

Jáchymov is located at the foot of the Ore Mountains near the border with Saxony. This originally mining town quickly grew after its founding into the largest town of the kingdom. In 1533, 18 thousand inhabitants lived here. First, silver was mined and Thalers were minted, later Jáchymov became famous for the isolation of radium from pitchblende. Jáchymov and the whole world owe this discovery to the Curies. Today, Jáchymov is a spa town using mineral and radioactive springs primarily for treating diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

Foundation
Jáchymov arose thanks to rich silver deposits in its surroundings. In 1516, it was founded by Count Šlik.
Altitude
560 - 750 m above sea level
Climate
submontane
Natural rarity
mineral and radioactive springs
Attractions
Jáchymov Hell educational trail, Adit No. 1, Svornost Mine, lower cable car station to Klínovec, Museum - Royal Mint
Architectural landmarks
Provost Church of St. Jáchym, historic town hall, Šlik Castle, Chapel of St. Anne, Evangelical Church, Chapel of St. Barbara, Latin School Library, Hospital Chapel.
Venue
Magnificent Hotel Radium Palace, Hotel Běhounek, Hotel Astoria, Curie Spa Complex – Hotel Praha

Karlovy Vary

Thanks to its location in the valley of the Teplá River with forested hills around, historical and natural wealth, developed infrastructure, and rich cultural, sports, and social life, Karlovy Vary is an ideal place for organizing medium-sized MICE events.

Karlovy Vary is not just a spa town. It is also an important social center, suitable for meetings of people from all corners of the world. It offers organizers and participants of various events rich accommodation capacity, a large number of social halls and other conference spaces, unique accompanying programs, well-linguistically equipped staff, many years of experience in organizing events, many opportunities for cultural and sports activities, spa and wellness services of the highest level.

Foundation
around 1350 by Charles IV
Administration
statutory city, governed by the City Magistrate, seat of the Karlovy Vary Region.
Location
near the western borders of the Czech Republic, approximately 120 km from Prague, own international airport
Altitude
370 m above sea level, surrounding hills up to 644 m above sea level
Climate
submontane
Rivers
Teplá, Ohře, Rolava
Natural rarity
healing thermal springs
Architectural landmarks
Baroque (K.I. Dienzenhofer), classicist representative buildings, historicizing (F. Fellner and H. Helmer) and Art Nouveau colonnades, gazebos and viewpoints
Traditional production
glass (Moser), porcelain (Thun, Moritz Zdekauer), herbal liqueur Becherovka, mineral waters Mattoni and Hot Spring Salt, spa wafers, therapeutic cosmetics, souvenirs from the Hot Spring
Venue
From the modern multifunctional KV Arena to the national cultural monument Imperial Spa with historic spaces and the rare Atrium hall, which has received many architectural awards.