The Podskalská Customs House at Výtoň: An Exhibition Exploring Prague's River History and Raftsmen

The Podskalská Customs House at Výtoň is the last monument commemorating the history of Podskalí and the hard work of Vltava raftsmen. The exhibition is dedicated to the history of the vanished Podskalí, the life of its inhabitants, and the history of river transport on the Vltava.

The Podskalská Customs House at Výtoň, a building dating back to the 16th century, stands as a testament to the historical Podskalí area and the lives of its Vltava raftsmen. The current exhibition, opened in 2003, delves into the history of the vanished Podskalí settlement, the daily lives of its residents, and the evolution of freight and personal river transport on the Vltava, including the early days of steam navigation on the river. The building itself, located on Rašínovo nábřeží, is a preserved late Gothic timber-framed structure, once a vital point for collecting tolls from wood rafts. It also served as a renowned inn and lodging for raftsmen. The site preserves the memory of the vibrant river trade and the unique community that thrived along the Vltava.

Basic admission is 80 Kč, reduced admission is 50 Kč, and family admission is 160 Kč. The museum is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 to 18:00. It is closed on weekdays.