Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o.

What Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o. does

Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o. (operating as "Lipno Line" / "LIPNO-LINIE") is a Czech private limited company (s.r.o.) that operates scheduled passenger shipping services on the Lipno reservoir in South Bohemia. The company runs a fleet of three vessels — the Adalbert Stifter (panorama ship), the Smetana, and a third ship — across four routes (Yellow, Yellow Dotted, Pink, and Green lines) connecting four ports: Lipno nad Vltavou, Frymburk, Dolni Vltavice, and Horni Plana. The fleet operates daily during the main summer season (typically July–August) with regular departures at 10:00, 12:30, and 15:00, with shoulder-season service available on request.

The company's core products comprise round-trip scenic cruises, scheduled line trips, themed journeys (sunset cruises with live music every Wednesday, children's cruises with magicians, Christmas cruises), charter/private rentals, and group packages with catering. Ticketing is delivered through a web-based online booking platform (shop.lipno-line.com) with QR-code verification and mobile number alerts for schedule changes, supplemented by dock sales and third-party resellers (xticket.cz, travelmanager.de). Gift vouchers are sold in denominations from 250 to 5,000 CZK. The underlying technology is a standard e-commerce reservation system rather than a proprietary platform; no AI/ML, patents, or proprietary data assets are disclosed.

Commercially, Lipno Line earns revenue from individual ticket sales, charter services, on-board catering (coffee, drinks, snacks, and full meal packages for groups of 10+), and gift vouchers. Customer segments include families and individual tourists (primary), organized groups and companies (corporate, schools, clubs), and cyclists/outdoor enthusiasts using Pink and Green lines that permit bicycles. The company is privately held with no disclosed parent, investors, funding rounds, or acquisitions, and operates exclusively within the Czech Republic. Strategic positioning relies on regional tourism partnerships (Baumkronenweg Lipno, Restaurant Molo Lipno, Lipeňák) and event-driven seasonal marketing rather than technology differentiation.

Name

Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o.

Legal name

Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o.

Website

https://lipno-line.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o. (Lipno Line) is a Czech private operator of scheduled passenger cruises, charters, and themed voyages on the Lipno reservoir in South Bohemia, serving families, individual tourists, school groups, corporate clients, and cyclists via a three-vessel fleet and online booking platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Lake Cruise Services

NAICS

Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (48721), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (4872), Tour Operators (561520)

SIC

Water Transportation (4400), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTLAFALAF

Tourist & Sightseeing Cruise Operators (Day Cruises)

Transportation & Logistics/Passenger Transportation (Air, Rail, Bus, Taxi/Rideshare)/Ferry & Passenger Water Transport Operators

SECONDARYTHAEAEAF

Day & Short-Horizon Private Cruises (Half-Day/Day/Overnight)

Travel & Hospitality/Cruises & Maritime Leisure Travel/Cruise Charter & Private Cruise Services

SECONDARYTHAEAFAC

Shore Excursion Operators (Tours & Activities)

Travel & Hospitality/Cruises & Maritime Leisure Travel/Cruise Booking, Shore Excursions & Port Services

Keywords

• Lake cruise services
• Passenger boat tours
• Sightseeing cruises
• Charter boat rentals
• Seasonal tourism cruises

Headquarters

HQ city

Lipno Nad Vltavou

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Individual Ticket Sales: Day tickets and individual journey tickets sold online and at the dock for round trips and line trips on the Lipno Lake
2. Charter Services: Exclusive ship rental for private events including weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, with optional catering and entertainment packages
3. On-board Catering: Food and beverage sales on ships including coffee, tea, soft drinks, beer, snacks, cakes, and full meal catering for groups
4. Gift Vouchers: Gift vouchers sold in denominations from 250 to 5000 CZK, valid for day tickets and future bookings

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o. operates scheduled and chartered passenger cruises on the Lipno reservoir in South Bohemia, Czech Republic, using a fleet of three ships across four route lines (Yellow, Pink, Green, and Yellow Dotted). The company sells individual and family tickets, themed cruises (children's cruises with magicians, sunset cruises with live music, Christmas cruises), group packages with catering, and exclusive private charters for weddings, corporate events, and school outings.

Product overview

Rosenberger Lipno Line s.r.o. operates a fleet of passenger vessels on Lake Lipno in South Bohemia, Czech Republic, offering scheduled line services, scenic round trips, and chartered voyages. The core offering includes regular line voyages connecting multiple ports (Yellow, Pink, and Green lines), panoramic round trips aboard the Adalbert Stifter, and children's cruises with entertainment. Seasonal products feature sunset cruises with live music and Christmas-themed voyages. The company provides add-on services including onboard dining (ship bar with snacks and catering for groups), private charter rentals with optional catering and entertainment, and an online ticketing platform. Excursion combinations integrate visits to regional attractions including Cesky Krumlov, the Baumkronenweg (Tree Crown Path), and the Dobra Voda observation tower.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Adalbert Stifter: The main panoramic cruise ship operated by Lipno Line, named after the Austrian writer Adalbert Stifter.
• Smetana

Products and services

• Round Trips (Rundfahrten) Scenic round-trip boat cruises on Lake Lipno, including 2-hour circuits from Lipno to Lipno and 1-hour routes from Frymburk to Dolní Vltavice. Targeted at families, individual tourists, and leisure travelers seeking panoramic views of the Bohemian Forest.
• Line Trips (Linienfahrten) Scheduled passenger ferry services connecting Lipno nad Vltavou, Frymburk, Dolní Vltavice, and Horní Planá along the Yellow, Pink, and Green lines, with synchronized departure times. Each leg takes approximately 30 minutes.
• Children's Cruises (Kinderfahrten) Two-hour children's cruises departing from Lipno nad Vltavou with entertainment programs including magician shows, available Tuesday to Friday during the summer season. Targeted at families with children aged 4–15.
• Sunset Cruises Romantic evening cruises with live music, departing Wednesdays from 18:00 to 21:00 during the main summer season, featuring colorful sunsets with music and cool drinks. Targeted at couples and adult leisure travelers.
• Charter Cruises (Charterfahrten) Exclusive private boat rentals for groups, available with catering, music, and entertainment options for weddings, corporate events, birthday parties, and other private celebrations. Targeted at companies, schools, clubs, and private event organizers.
• Group Trips (Gruppenfahrten) Year-round group cruise packages with optional dining, music, and excursion combinations, including trips to the UNESCO World Heritage site Český Krumlov. Minimum 15 persons for regular departures; minimum 10 persons for catering add-on. Targeted at companies, schools, clubs, and organized groups.
• Onboard Dining (Gastronomie am Schiff) Ship bar service offering coffee, cakes, drinks, and small snacks, with full catering options including coffee & cake, set menus, and buffets for groups of 10 or more. Available to all cruise passengers and tailored for group events.
• Christmas Cruises (Weihnachtsfahrten) Seasonal festive Christmas cruise experience on Lake Lipno featuring holiday decorations, music, and traditional hot punch, scheduled for winter 2026 following the success of previous years. Targeted at families, couples, and group celebrations during the winter holiday season.
• Gift Vouchers (Geschenkgutscheine) Gift vouchers available in denominations ranging from 250 CZK to 5,000 CZK, redeemable for day tickets and future cruise bookings. Sold as a presentable gift for cruise experiences.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Restaurant Molo LipnominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRestaurant partner located at the longest pier in Central Europe, offering panoramic views and authentic dishes from Chef David Sasek. Recommended as a dining destination for Lipno Line passengers visiting the area.
• Baumkronenweg Lipno (Treetop Walk)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerFirst treetop walkway in the Czech Republic, opened July 10, 2012. Located 5 minutes from Lipno Line routes. 650-meter walkway with 40-meter tower and 52-meter slide. Cross-promoted as a combined excursion with boat trips.
• Lipeňák (Teambuilding Organizer)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerTeambuilding and outdoor activity organizer in the Lipno and Bohemian Forest region. Prepares customized programs for each season, not limited to summer activities. Jointly promotes corporate events combining boat trips with outdoor activities.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Erzherzog-Johann-Schifffahrt: Austrian lake cruise operator running scheduled and themed cruises (including sunset/evening and themed voyages) on Alpine lakes. Direct functional peer to Lipno Line on product, customer (tourists + groups), and delivery model.
• Wolfgangsee Schifffahrt: Operates a fleet of vessels on Lake Wolfgangsee running scheduled line services, scenic round trips, and seasonal event cruises in a tourism-heavy Salzkammergut region. Closely comparable seasonal lake-sightseeing model.
• Bodensee Schifffahrtsbetriebe GmbH: Operates scheduled and sightseeing passenger services on Lake Constance with multiple vessels, route lines, themed/event cruises, and on-board gastronomy — a near-identical operating model to Lipno Line on a larger Alpine lake. Highly comparable on fleet structure, network, and product mix.
• Compagnie des Bateaux du Lac d'Annecy: French operator on Lake Annecy offering scheduled sightseeing cruises, themed dinner cruises, and private charters — directly comparable in scope, customer segment (tourists + groups), and seasonal operating profile.
• Prague Boats (Prager Dampfschififffahrt): Czech passenger ship operator running sightseeing cruises, lunch/dinner cruises, and event charters on the Vltava — closest Czech geographic and operational peer, sharing domestic tourism demand, online ticketing, and event-driven product programming.
• Schifffahrtsgesellschaft Vierwaldstättersee (Lake Lucerne Navigation): Swiss operator on Lake Lucerne running a multi-line scheduled network with through-ticketing, scenic cruises, and dining/event options across multiple ports — a functional mirror of Lipno Line's Yellow/Pink/Green line network.
• Attersee-Schifffahrt: Austrian lake cruise operator on the Attersee providing scheduled line services, round trips, and charter options with similar multi-stop routing and tourism customer base. Directly comparable in scope and product set.

Broad incumbents

• DDSG Blue Danube: Larger established passenger shipping operator on the Danube and adjacent waterways running sightseeing cruises, charter services, and event cruises. Comparable product mix but at significantly greater scale and a broader river/lake footprint.
• Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt (KD): Largest German passenger shipping company on the Rhine and adjacent waterways, offering scheduled, sightseeing, and event cruises. Comparable product architecture but at much larger scale and broader scope than Lipno Line.
• Navigazione Lago di Garda (Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi): Italian state-managed passenger shipping service on Lake Garda and other northern Italian lakes, with a multi-line route network, on-board dining, and event/themed cruises. Comparable multi-port lake network, but operates at significantly larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/lipnoline
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rosenberger-lipno-line-s-r-o-

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Funding rounds

Investors

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