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EUROGYM 2016
JULY 18-24, ČESKÉ BUDĚJOVICE CZECH REPUBLIC
In 1265, the Czech king Přemysl Otakar II established the city of Esker Budějovice on the confluence of the rivers Vltava and Malše in order to strengthen his position of power in South Bohemia. The regular ground plan of the royal city, with a one hectare square in its centre and many valuable religious and secular buildings, is one of the pinnacles of medieval urbanism. Immediately after its foundation the city of České Budějovice became the economic capital, and the centre of power, of South Bohemia and a key pillar of support for royal power. The privileges extended to the city were further strengthened in the 14th century by Karel IV and the city became a centre of trade and crafts. The city also became wealthy due to silver mining in the nearby village of Rudolfov and the minting of coins. The economic growth of the city was only impaired by the Thirty Years' War and in the second half of the 17th century by an extensive fire. For decades the restoration of the city continued in the Baroque style and as a result its architectural style changed. A number of religious buildings and institutions were built throughout the city, e.g. the Bishopric, but also some secular buildings.
The industrial development of the 19th century brought many changes to transportation and manufacturing. In 1832, the first wagon on the horsedrawn railway departed from České Budějovice for Linz. The horse-drawn railway was the first one of its kind in Europe. The manufacturing sector saw the establishment of a pencil factory, an enamel works, a tobacco factory and breweries. The 20th century brought sweeping changes in all areas of life. When the borders were eventually opened up the city of almost 100,000 inhabitants became the urban centre of South Bohemia.
The city is the home of the University of South Bohemia, many vocational schools, scientific institutes, and also the four-ensemble South Bohemian Theatre, the South Bohemian Museum and also other private museums and galleries. Major local companies include Budweiser Budvar Brewery, Budějovický měšťanský pivovar (Budweiser Citizens Brewery – formerly Samson Brewery), Madeta dairy, Koh-INoor Hermit and Gama pencil factories, Robert Bosch and Motor Jikov.
Visitors to the city can find not only very important historic monuments and sights, but can also enjoy cultural and sports activities and events or use one of the many opportunities for shopping. Nature lovers will also find plenty to enjoy. The city of České Budějovice is surrounded by picturesque landscape enriched by such architectural treasures as Hluboká Castle and the village of Holašovice, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site thanks to its Folk Baroque buildings. The same honour applies to Český Krumlov too with its magnificent castle and historic city centre
TRANSPORT City of České Budějovice is situated at South Bohemia about 150 km from Prague. If you travel by car and use highway D3 and road E55, long distance is approximately 90 minutes. The nearest Czech international Airport is the Prague Vaclav Havel Airport with regulary directly air connections to 96 Europeans destinations. Also participants can use the International Airport Linz in Austriana with regulary connection to Frankfurt a./M. and London. City of České Budějovice has railway station with directly connections to Prague and Linz by EuroCity and Express trains.
Any distance Linz
110 km
Prague
150 km
Vienna
200 km
München 270 km Berlin
460 km
BUDVAR ARENA F.A. Gerstnera 8/7, 370 01 České Budějovice http://www.cbsport.cz/zimni-stadion/
OPENING & CLOSING CEREMONY Capacity: 6000 seats
ČESKÉ BUDĚJOVICE EXHIBITION AREA Husova 523, 370 21 České Budějovice tel:: +420 387 714 911, email:
[email protected] www.vcb.cz Distance from the college: Distance from the catering area: Distance from city center:
500 m 500 m 500 m
ČESKÉ BUDĚJOVICE EXHIBITION AREA Husova 523, 370 21 České Budějovice tel:: +420 387 714 911, email:
[email protected] www.vcb.cz
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LOC Headquater Workshops Group Performance Evening Party
PŘEMYSL OTAKAR II CENTRAL SQUARE * CITY PERFORMANCES - STAGE 1 * CITY ORIENTEERING
SOKOLSKÝ OSTROV / SOKOL ISLAND * CITY PERFORMANCES - STAGE 2 * WORKSHOPS
SWIMMING & AQUA CENTER Sokolský ostrov 4, 370 01 České Budějovice http://www.cbsport.cz/plavecky-stadion/
* AQUA AREA WORKSHOPS
ADRENALIN PARK HLUBOKÁ NAD VLTAVOU Sportovní 1276, 373 41 Hluboká nad Vltavou www.areal-hluboka.cz, email:
[email protected] tel.: +420 723 584 866 Distance from České Budějovice: 11 km
WORKSHOPS: - Adventure minigolf - Rope circuit - Jumping boots - Baseball / Softball
CLARION CONGRESS HOTEL
Pražská třída 2306/14, 370 04 České Budějovice Tel: +420 389 102 111, email:
[email protected] http://www.clarioncongresshotelceskebudejovice.com/ CAPACITY: 410 beds (single & double rooms) Distance from the Exhibition Area: 1000 m Distance from city center: 700 m
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ACCOMMODATION – COLLEGE
Studentská 800/15, 370 05 České Budějovice www.kam.jcu.cz, Tel: +420 387 771 111 TOTAL CAPACITY: 2300 beds ROOM TYPE: double & triple rooms Distance from the Exhibition Area: 500 m Distance from city center: 1000m
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ACCOMMODATION - SCHOOLS Distances from the Exhibition Area: 500-1000 m
CATERING - UNIVERSITY CAFETERIA Studentská 800/15, 370 05 České Budějovice www.kam.jcu.cz, Tel.: +420 387 771 111 CAPACITY: 2500 foods per hour Distance from the Exhibition Area: 500 m Distance from city center:
1000 m
ACCOMMODATION FOR VOLUNTEREES Branná 108, 379 01 Třeboň www.doubi.treb.cz tel.: +420 384 721 105, email:
[email protected] Distance from České Budějovice: 25 km
CASTLE HLUBOKÁ NAD VLTAVOU Bezručova 142, 373 41 Hluboká nad Vltavou www.zamek-hluboka.eu, email:
[email protected] tel.: +420 387 843 911 Distance from České Budějovice: 11 km
CONTACT ADDRESS: Czech Gymnastics Federation Zatopkova 100/2, 160 17 Praha 6 tel.: +420 242 429 260 email:
[email protected]
President LOC: Mr. Karel Coufal tel.: +420 242 429 260, email:
[email protected] Sport Manager: Mrs. Zuzana Vojáčková tel.: +420 602 681 521,
email:
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