Prague’s Secret Green Belt: From Vítkov Hill to the Forgotten Vineyards

Escape the crowds on a low-carbon loop that weaves through Prague’s rarely visited green belt. Start at Vítkov Hill, site of a 1420 Hussite battle and a massive equestrian statue of Jan Žižka. Descend through the wild Parukářka Park, then follow the hidden Prokop Valley nature reserve. Insider tip: just off the main path, find the abandoned 19th-century Libeň Bridge pillar and a forgotten vineyard terrace. Use Metro line 3 to Florenc, then tram 9 to Ohrada; the rest is walking and biking on dedicated cycle paths.