Nizbor Glass Factory Tour

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Duration: 4h
Location: Nizbor Glass Factory, Nizbor 141 267 05 Nizbor, Nizbor, Czech Republic | Nizbor, Czech Republic


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
Fascinating process of glass blowing, painting & crackling
A visit to one of the most famous Czech glass factories
History & heritage of the glass-making process
Opportunity to buy Bohemian glassware & precious crystal
A drive through Nizbor & along the River Berounka

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Rückl Crystal Glass Factory in Nizbor
Hotel pickup

Description:

Embark on this guided tour and witness the production of traditional Bohemian glass at one of most famous glass factories in the country. Learn about the history of this craft and take the chance to purchase some authentic glass souvenirs.

Nizbor Glass Factory, also known as Rückl Crystal, is situated just outside Prague in the small town of Nizbor along the Berounka River. Take a walk around the factory and learn about all of the different stages of glass production, including glass-blowing, painting, crackling, and cutting. Your guide also describes the history of this craft in detail, and how the factory got to be as famous as it is now.

Your tour is complete with a visit to the company store, where you can purchase a variety of glassware, from delicate hand-painted decorations to gilded, sandblasted ornaments. Be sure to take a sparkling souvenir of your visit away with you.