Schauschwemme am Schwemmkanal Schrollenbach

The Schwarzenberg Canal - the Šumava Mountains make history
The deep forests of the Bohemian Forest hold a secret wonder of the world - the Schwarzenberg Canal.

The deep forests of the Bohemian Forest hide a secret wonder of the world—the Schwarzenberg Canal.

For a long time, it remained hidden from view. It wasn’t until after the fall of the Iron Curtain, in 1990, that it came into the spotlight of the new Europe and became accessible to tourists and visitors along its entire length. During the summer months, cultural events and well-attended boat parades take place along the canal:

Wed, July 29, 2026 | Schrollenbach Lock/Oberhaag/Aigen-Schlägl

• 2:00 p.m.: Guided hike to the swimming event (meeting point: Oberhaag parking lot), approx. 2.5 km
• 3:00 p.m.: Demonstration flood

Refreshments will be provided—look forward to refreshing drinks, coffee, and delicious cake. The event will also be accompanied by lively music.

The site of the demonstration flood can also be reached by bike along the Schwemmkanal bike route! Another demonstration flood will take place in 2026 on Saturday, September 5, in Oberhaag/Iglbach.