Capital
Prague
Thanks to its landlocked spot in central Europe, temperatures in the Czech Republic vary a lot from summer to winter. The average temperature in July is around 18°C, making it the hottest month of the year. As for the chilliest time, it’s January, where sub-freezing temperatures are common. Rainfall peaks in the summer, and the winter sees a good helping of snow.
Irish citizens don’t need a visa to enter Czech Republic but must have a valid passport. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/czech-republic/
You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. It’s also a good idea to get a European Health Insurance Card – or EHIC – before leaving Ireland. Though it’s not a substitute for travel insurance, it entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Czech nationals. It won’t, however, cover you for medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment or non-urgent treatment. For the latest health and safety info, visit https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/czech-republic/
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