Ladronka, Cultural monument and homestead in Břevnov district, Prague, Czech Republic.
Ladronka is an estate with a 4.2-kilometer skating circuit, outdoor sports facilities, and a restaurant within a spacious park. The grounds also include bowling lanes, beach volleyball courts, petanque areas, and lit paths for evening use.
The estate was founded in 1340 by Charles IV as a vineyard and stopping place for travelers. Later it served as a police dog training facility before being converted into a recreation complex.
The name comes from Count Filip Ferdinand de la Crone, who marked the property in the 17th century. Today visitors use the grounds as a gathering place for events and activities within a park setting.
The best time to visit is in spring or fall when weather is pleasant and crowds are lighter. The grounds are well served by public transport and offer parking for those arriving by car.
Between 1993 and 2000, the property housed an international social center where activists organized concerts, exhibitions, and theatrical performances. This cultural role made the grounds a gathering point for artists and communities during that period.
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