ACCESIBILITY OF THE REGION
The Jesenik region lies in the northern part of the Olomouc
Region. The region is easily accessible by rail (international
rapid trains, express trains and Intercity and Eurocity
trains run through the town of Zábřeh). The network of railway
tracks makes possible easy connections to the majority of
the locales in the region.
The best connections by train or bus can be found at the
following internet address
http://www.idos.cz.
The integrated transportation system of the Olomouc Region
also contributes to quality travelling with its network
of integrated train and bus connections making it possible
for tourists to make use of one travel ticket. One can also
reach the Jeseníky by car from Prague via Hradec Králové
along motorway no. 11 to Šumperk, from Ostrava along motorway
no. 11 via Opava to Bruntál or from Brno along the motorway
via Olomouc and Mohelnice to Zábřeh.
The nearest international airport is located in Prague (cca
250 km), with a domestic airport in Ostrava (cca 150 km).
HOW BEST TO TRAVEL + ORIENTATION
IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC
For travel to the Czech Republic, a valid passport is required;
for driving, a valid driving license. We recommend tourists
to sign an agreement with their health insurers regarding
coverage in the Czech Republic; otherwise it will be necessary
to pay for health services in cash.
Cars are driven on the right side of the road. The maximum
speed on D motorways is 130 km/h, on other motorways 90
km/h, in villages 50 km/h. Children under 12 must ride in
children’s seats and in the winter headlights must be on
24 hours a day. Drivers of motorcycles, vehicles with motors
larger than 50 cc, and cyclists up to the age of 15 are
required to wear safety helmets.
Since 1995, motorists on express motorways are required
to pay for this privilege in the Czech Republic, and it
is necessary to have a valid motorway decal (one-day, 15-day,
two-month and yearly coupons are available). More information
can be found at
http://www.ceskedalnice.cz
The legal blood-alcohol content for drivers is 0.00 %. Telephoning
while driving is legal only with “hands-free” apparatus.
The official state language is Czech. Most information centres,
travel offices, financial institutions, hotels and shops
understand English and German.
WEATHER
The Czech Republic is land-locked. The main summer tourist
season lasts from April to September. The winter tourist
season lasts from November to March. Up-to-date weather
forecasts are available via mass media and on the web pages
of the Czech Meteorologic Institute:
http://www.chmi.cz
TELEPHONING
International dialling from the Czech Republic requires
dialling 00 + the international country code and then the
number. For dialling to the Czech Republic the international
country code is 420. The high tariff period is from 7 am
to 7 pm. Off-hours rates are 50% less. GSM mobile telephones
with roaming operate in the Czech Republic.
HOLIDAYS AND BANK HOLIDAYS
Summer school holidays in the Czech Republic are from July
to August. Bank holidays: January 1, Easter Sunday and Monday,
May 1, May 8, July 5–6, October 28, November 17, December
24–26. As well as banks, post offices and government offices,
some information centres, and the majority of shops are
closed.
MONETARY SYSTEM AND BANKS
The official monetary unit of the Czech Republic is the
Czech crown, denoted “Kč” (international symbol CZK), which
is made up of 100 hellers, denoted “h”. Banknotes: 5000,
2000, 1000, 500, 200, 100, 50, 20 Kč. Coins: 50, 20, 10,
5, 2, 1, 50 hellers. 1 EUR = ca 31 CZK.
In selected hotels and shops one can pay via VISA, EUROCARD,
MASTERCARD, etc. Money can be changed in banks and private
exchange places where tourists frequent.
ACCOMMODATIONS
In the region are to be found hotels of all categories,
pensions, and private accommodations. Local campsites offer
cheap stays whether in auto camps, cottages, or your own
tent. Information is available at information centres and
travel agencies.
SHOPPING
Shops are generally open from Monday-Friday, on Saturdays
until noon. Large chain supermarkets can be found in every
large town, open seven days a week, usually from 8 am to
8 pm. Shopping can also be done at shopping centres and
marketplaces.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCIES
In the case of emergencies call the Police (tel.: 158),
Ambulance (tel.: 155), Fire (tel.: 150), or SOS line (tel.:
112). Motorist Aid (tel.: 1230).
For more detailed information about the Czech Republic:
http://www.visitczech.cz
