It was supposed to be another relaxed paddle trip — from Troja to Kampa, accompanied by the familiar song about the goat in a red T-shirt, which, as every year, echoes through the Štvanice lock. Around seventy paddling enthusiasts of all ages joined the traditional Paddleride, an annual harbinger of the upcoming Canoe Slalom World Cup. This time, however, the weather did not allow them to reach the planned finish.
Prague-Troja will once again become the home of world-class canoe slalom from 5 to 7 June. A week full of sporting and cultural activities will begin on Sunday, 31 May, with the traditional Paddleride. The current entry list includes 380 boats from 42 countries across 5 continents. Fans can look forward to three days packed with adrenaline, emotion and an unforgettable atmosphere, just a few metres from the whitewater course. Primary and secondary school students will enjoy free admission on Friday, while children under 140 cm can enter free of charge on every competition day.
The ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup will begin in Prague–Troja on Friday, 5 June 2026. Tickets are available exclusively online, with discounted prices valid until 4 June. Free Admission for Students on Friday.
New names as well as established stars of Czech canoe slalom. The national team for the 2026 season is now complete, and fans can once again look forward to cheering on their favourites. In just two weeks, the ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup will return to Prague-Troja from 5 to 7 June 2026 - and according to the athletes themselves, it is one of the highlights of the entire season.
This coming weekend, on May 16–17, 2026, the final selection of the Czech national canoe slalom team for the upcoming season will be decided in Prague’s Troja venue. The second nomination weekend promises dramatic races and battles for every single gate.
After a year-long break, Vít Přindiš is returning to the Czech elite. The kayaker has been through a period of change, reflection and new experiences - and now he is heading back to the start line. One major certainty is already in place: he has earned a spot on the national team in kayak cross. Now, he wants to add classic slalom as well. If everything goes according to plan, he will compete in two disciplines at the World Cup in Prague-Troja from 5 to 7 June 2026. First, however, he faces a crucial domestic selection race.
The ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup in Prague - Troja has long been synonymous with world-class sport and an unforgettable visitor experience. Each year, it offers fans a rare opportunity to see the biggest names in canoe slalom up close, while newcomers can enjoy a vibrant day outdoors filled with sport, entertainment, and culture. One thing is certain - Troja never disappoints. Ticket sales officially open on Monday, April 26.
Prague-Troja will once again host one of the highlights of the international canoe slalom season this year. From 5 to 7 June 2026, the Troja slalom course will welcome a new edition of the Canoe Slalom World Cup, bringing the absolute world elite to the Czech capital along with a unique sporting atmosphere.
The day awaited by the whole world arrived. Three Olympic spots were up for grabs in both men's and women's categories. France’s Angele Hug and Spain’s Manuel Ochoa both won kayak cross gold on the final day of the International Canoe Federation World Cup in Prague, but both now face a nervous wait to learn if they will get to compete at the Paris Olympics.
Behind every success lies a lot of hard work. Gabriela Satková's triumph at the World Cup in Prague's Troja, however, required something more. "I knew I had to show something special to beat the girls. It's not enough just to go down the course without mistakes. So I went for it, and I am very happy with myself," laughed the twenty-two-year-old canoeist at the finish line. "I really tried to take risks."