The President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, chose to spend the beginning of September away from the fast dignity. Accompanied only by a small group of motorcyclists-among which were the bodyguards and the personal doctor-the head of the Czech state started on an incognito trip, crossing the country from north to south.
Czech president Petr Pavel on incognito holiday through Romania Capture Idnes.cz
His adventures were surprised in images full of naturalness and modesty, which became quickly viral.
In the following rows you will discover his routes, the unexpected stops, the moments that have transformed the holiday into a true odyssey through Romania and what it was surprised and fascinated most on the Czech leader in our country.
Czech president’s route: Săpânța Merry Cemetery, Alba Carolina, Transfăgărășan and Transalpina
According to an article in the Czech press, Idnes publication, “President Paul visited Romania on vacation. He was greeted by Bears“. The photos attached to the material surprise the president in various hypostases and places, including in a supermarket, and the images have become viral due to the nature and modesty.
Capture of article Czech press about the holiday of Czech president Pavel in Romania Photo Idnes.cz
Czech journalists specify that the president started his journey by crossing the Czech and Slovakia by car and train, and then continues on the motorcycle through Hungary and Romania, in the company of some friends and with minimal guard.
In Romania, the expedition started in Maramureș, with visits to the famous cheerful cemetery in Săpânța, picturesque villages and traditional churches. The route continued to Alba Carolina Fortress, a symbol of the Union, and included cities such as Iasi, Sighișoara and Brașov.
The strengths of the trip were the spectacular roads of the Carpathians: Transfăgărășanul, with stops at Bâlea Lac and the Vidraru dam, and Transalpina, where he stopped at Oașa.
“The president’s group traveled over 3,000 km, was not stopped by the bad weather and alternated the asphalt with unpaved roads and more difficult lands.”the journalists also mention.
Petr Paul’s incognito holiday, surprised at Craiova by locals
What the Czech press did not know is that, although he tried to remain anonymous, the discretion was interrupted in Craiova, where a local recognized on the street, while heading for Romanescu Park, most likely accompanied by a translator and a bodyguard. He has published pictures on the X platform (former Twitter): “You tell me who you see in these pictures?”
The information was quickly confirmed by the mayor Lia Olguța Vasilescu, who said that someone called the town hall claiming that a team of national television in the Czech Republic will visit the city and request tourist recommendations. “We enjoy such an important visit and we hope it liked the city!”wrote Olguța Vasilescu on Facebook.
However, the Czech press revealed that, in its journey through Romania, President Petr Paul granted the first aid to a person in an epilepsy crisis: “Of course, the person in question had no idea who helps him.”
Fascinated by authentic and “naked” Romania by prejudices, the Czech president took a bath in lakes
Unlike the official holidays, President Petr Paul chose discretion: he stayed at modest pensions and held the hidden identity as much as he could. The photographs revealed by the Czech press show him by exploring churches and monasteries, relaxing in mountain lakes and capturing Romania in hundreds of natural images.
“I would recommend Romania to all”confessed Paul for Idnes.czafter completing his journey through our country, where the simplicity and beauty of the places have certainly remained in his memory.
In a subtle message, the Czech leader acknowledged that the image of Romania is often shaded by prejudices: “Sometimes we believe that Romania is very back, but the reality contradicts these ideas: it is a beautiful country, with many cute people and very beautiful places. I think when people go to the mountain, they will certainly not make mistakes, because the mountains still have something wild and very friendly in them, which is likely to be found elsewhere.”
Back to the office: what the president of the Czech in the Romanian journey taught
After crossing almost the entire country-from Maramureș to the Danube, in Orșova-, the president of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel, returned to Prague on September 15 to resume his presidential duties.
Before leaving, the Presidential Administration had communicated just that: “President Petr Pavel went on a private journey abroad. It is in permanent contact with the office of the President of the Republic in the case of any situation that may occur. He travels to an EU member state, but due to the private nature of the visit, he did not communicate the exact location. “
The incognito vacation through Romania has proven to be a true adventure on two wheels, in the company of some friends and with minimal security. “The train trip was great: I saved two days and I slept longer before the journey on the motorcycle ”, the Czech leader told.
But, beyond relaxation, Petr Pavel sent a clear message: Romania deserves to be discovered and promoted, without cliches or prejudices.
The way he chose to spend his free time was especially appreciated by the Czechs, who praised his modesty and common sense and proud that they have such a president on social networks. An Internetaut commented: “A great vacation! The train from Prague to Košice is great: you go up in the evening, drink a wine, you sleep and wake up at the destination. In Romania, nature, friendly people and accessible prices make a wonderful experience.
Petr Pavel: The adventurous president conquering Europe
Petr Paul, the Czech president, is not an ordinary leader. Formerly general, passionate about motorcycles, mountaineering and authentic explorations, Paul combines military courage with empathy and simplicity, as he has shown in his recent private journey through Romania.
What differentiates him from other European leaders is the authenticity and approach to people: he does not hesitate to intervene in critical situations and prefers real experiences instead of the official fast. His adventures become viral, inspiring and showing that leadership can be brave, empathetic and passionate.
The incognito holiday of the President of the Czech Republic offered a unique image of European leadership: brave, accessible, empathetic and connected with nature and people, transforming a simple vacation into an inspirational story about authentic Romania and the discovery of unknown places. Crossing Maramureș, Transfăgărășan and Transalpina to the Danube on the motorcycle, Paul discovered the beauty of our country away from cliches and official fast. His adventures inspired both Czechs and Romanians, demonstrating that Romania is worth exploring and promoted for spectacular landscapes, hospitality and authentic experiences.
