See you in Pardubice Region.
Our CHEERS4EU project partners are gathering in the centre of Pardubice Region for three days focused on circular economy topics, shared discussions, and time spent together.
DATE
29–30
September 2026
LOCATION
Pardubice
Czech Republic 🇨🇿
Our team. Another region. Same good energy.
CHEERS4EU (Circular Hubs serving as an Engine for European Regions to foster a Strong Green Economy for Europe) is an international project co-financed by the Interreg Europe programme. It connects partners from the Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, Austria, Spain, Portugal and the Czech Republic to promote the development of circular economy hubs across Europe. The project focuses on multi-helix collaboration, circular value chains, and social impact, helping regions implement sustainable practices and share best practices.
"What goes around comes around."
Circular Economy
Hands-on exploration of circular models, local innovation and sustainable value chains.
Networking
Meet circular economy leaders and practitioners from across Europe.
Workshops
Interactive sessions designed to spark ideas and drive real-world impact.
Site Visits
Experience Pardubice's innovation ecosystem firsthand.
Collaboration
Building circular connections that outlast the event.
RIS3 — smart specialisation
of Pardubice Region.
The key policy instrument shaping this study visit is the Regional Innovation Strategy for Smart Specialisation (RIS3) of Pardubice Region. CHEERS4EU partners come to explore, compare and learn from the region's strategic approach to circular and innovation-driven development.
Five domains of specialisation
Intelligent chemistry
Bio-medical applications, synthetic chemistry and advanced materials. Home to Zentiva, Synpo, VÚOS and Nanopharma.
ICT & Electronics
Advanced applications of electrical engineering and computer science — from embedded systems to digital innovation.
Sustainable transport
Vehicle manufacturing, transport components and smart infrastructure. A long industrial tradition in the region.
Advanced textiles
High-tech textile materials and nano-fibres — a specialisation with global reach from the Pardubice region.
Engineering & manufacturing
Modern manufacturing technologies and precision engineering — the backbone of the regional industrial base.
CHEERS4EU × RIS3: Circular economy cuts across all five domains as a horizontal priority — making Pardubice Region a natural host for CHEERS4EU.
Two days of circular inspiration.
Study Visit — Morning & Afternoon
Welcome coffee
Welcome addresses
Jiří Janků (Director of P-PINK) · Klára Mrkvičková (P-PINK, CE Hub) · Dirk Plees (Lead Partner)
Circular economy in the Pardubice Region & RRAPK initiatives
Miroslav Krčil, Pardubice Region Councillor for Rural Affairs, Agriculture and the Environment (Pardubice Region) · Klára Štefančová, Director of the Regional Development Agency of the Pardubice Region (RRAPK) · A brief welcome to the partners and an overview of developments in the circular economy and sustainability in the region.
Developing the RIS3 Strategy
RIS3 Strategy Representative — introduction and process
Coffee break
Circular Scan — innovations for Municipalities & Companies
Klára Mrkvičková (P-PINK, CE Hub)
Introduction to Collaboration
Viktor Prokop (Vice-Dean for External Relations, Faculty of Economics & Administration, University of Pardubice) & Susana Garrido
Lunch
Interregional workshop — Regional Policy influencing
Policy change & improvement · Wrapping up learnings and the state of influencing Regional Policies
Short city tour
Excursion — Automatic Mills (revitalized brownfield)
Dinner
Arrive at hotels
Study Visit — Morning
Welcome coffee & introduction to AC Palachovka
Director of AC Palachovka — activities and sustainability approach
Project Management & Steering Group Meeting
INCIEN — Waste analysis & CirkArena
Institute of Circular Economy — Czech non-profit focused on circular economy and sustainable resource management
CIRA Advisory — Circular Audit
Consulting company specialising in circular economy, sustainability and waste management strategies
Coffee break
Plastic Guys — products from recycled plastic
Company focused on plastic recycling, circular materials and sustainable plastic solutions
Closing Lunch — Restaurant Jako dřív
Hosted with support of
Faculty of Economics and Administration
University of Pardubice
One of the key academic partners of the study visit, contributing expertise in regional economics, innovation strategy, and collaborative research — and hosting the first day of the programme.
CFIG
Czech Investment Group
A Pardubice-based investment group developing long-term value projects since 2012. CFIG connects investment, development, and technology to create sustainable business opportunities and positive regional impact. Through the CFIG Foundation, the group also supports sport, education, and community life.
Small city. Big circular ideas.
Pardubice is a vibrant Central Bohemian city with a thriving innovation ecosystem, easily accessible from Prague.
Pardubice
Czech Republic · 90 000 residents
Prague Airport
Václav Havel International Airport — direct connections from across Europe.
Direct Train
Prague → Pardubice in ~1h. Fast, comfortable, scenic.
Walkable City
Historic centre, modern innovation spaces — everything within reach.
A region in the heart
of East Bohemia.
Pardubice Region is a dynamic Central Bohemian region with deep industrial roots, a growing innovation ecosystem and a vibrant capital city of ~90 000 people — easily accessible from Prague.
Velká Pardubická
One of Europe's most legendary steeplechases — held annually since 1874.
Hockey Capital
HC Dynamo Pardubice — one of the most decorated Czech hockey clubs.
Renaissance Castle
A 14th-century castle with exceptional frescoes and the Museum of East Bohemia.
Gingerbread City
Pardubice gingerbread is world-famous — a true handmade local icon.
Architecture & Culture
Green Gate, Art Nouveau facades, Cubist buildings by Josef Gočár.
Litomyšl Castle
UNESCO World Heritage Site and birthplace of composer Bedřich Smetana. Home to a beloved international opera festival each summer.
Seč Reservoir
The Riviera of East Bohemia — a scenic lake nestled in the Iron Mountains, perfect for a day trip away from the city.
Chrudim Puppet Museum
The world's oldest puppet museum, celebrating a Czech tradition that is itself a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
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Easy to reach. Hard to leave.
Pardubice is well connected to the rest of Europe via Prague's international airport and direct rail links.
Origin
✈️ PRG
Prague Airport
Destination
🏙️ Pardubice
Czech Republic
💡 Tip: Pardubice Airport (PED) has direct connections from several European cities — check Ryanair for flights that skip Prague entirely.
By Plane
Fly to Prague Václav Havel Airport (PRG). Direct flights from most European capitals.
By Train
Take a direct train from Prague Main Station to Pardubice. Journey time: ~55 minutes. Trains run every 30 minutes.
Taxi & Rideshare
Bolt and local taxis available. Transfer from Prague Airport approx. 90 min.
Local Transport
Pardubice city centre is walkable. Tram and bus network available for longer distances.
Built together, across borders.
European Union
Co-funded
Co-funded by the European Union
You don't need to speak Czech — but these phrases will earn you instant smiles. Tap ♪ to hear the pronunciation.
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Good day!
Dobrý den!
DOB-ree den
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Hi!
Ahoj!
AH-hoy
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How are you?
Jak se máš?
yak seh MAASH
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Thank you!
Děkuji!
DYEH-ku-yi
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Cheers!
Na zdraví!
na ZDRA-vee
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Please!
Prosím!
PRO-seem
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Excellent!
Výborně!
VEE-bor-nyeh
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Where is the toilet?
Kde je záchod?
gdeh yeh ZAH-khod
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One beer, please!
Jedno pivo, prosím!
YED-no PI-vo, PRO-seem
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Do you speak English?
Mluvíte anglicky?
mlu-VEE-teh ANG-glits-ky
Pro tip: "Na zdraví!" said with confidence and eye contact is basically a Czech superpower. Use it freely.
Any questions? We'd love to hear from you.
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