Europe
Can you drink tap water in Czech Republic?
YesYes, drinkable
Can you drink the tap water in Czech Republic?
Tap water is safe to drink. Safe and good to drink everywhere. Restaurants rarely serve free tap water unless you ask.
Key facts
- Safely managed drinking water: 98% of people (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Tap water by place in Czech Republic
| Place | Verdict | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Prague | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe and good; restaurants rarely serve it free but will give a glass if you ask. |
| Český Krumlov | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe and good to drink; restaurants rarely serve it free but will pour a glass if asked. |
| Karlovy Vary | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe. The colonnade springs are hot, mineral-rich and meant to be sipped, not drunk in quantity. |
| Brno | Yes, drinkable | Tap water is safe and good to drink; restaurants rarely serve it free but will pour a glass if asked. |
Tap water by place
Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water
- US State Department travel advisory
- Speedtest Global Index – Czechia
- CzechInvest – Digital Nomad Program
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Information for foreigners
- European Commission – Entry/Exit System
- EF English Proficiency Index 2025
- World Bank open data
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