Písek Population 2026
Písek has a population of 29,774, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇨🇿 Czechia, located in South Bohemian Region. Roughly 0.3% of Czechia's population lives here. It is about 39× smaller than Prague, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,774
Rank in Czechia
#37
Coordinates
49.31°N, 14.15°E
~374 m elevation · Europe/Prague
Distance to capital (Prague)
89 km
55 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Bohemian Region
| City | Population | Rank in Czechia |
|---|---|---|
| České Budějovice | 93,426 | #7 |
| Tábor | 36,264 | #30 |
| Jindřichův Hradec | 22,812 | #53 |
| Strakonice | 22,355 | #59 |
Cities near Písek
- Strakonice22,355 people · ~19 km away
- Tábor36,264 people · ~39 km away
- Příbram32,773 people · ~44 km away
- České Budějovice93,426 people · ~44 km away
- Klatovy22,763 people · ~62 km away
- Jindřichův Hradec22,812 people · ~65 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Písek?
Písek has a population of 29,774 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Czechia.
What region is Písek in?
Písek is located in South Bohemian Region, Czechia.
Is Písek the capital of Czechia?
No, the capital of Czechia is Prague, about 89 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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