Ganja in Prague, Czech Republic - ma story

Hi, folks! Today I plan to share my rasta-experience after visiting infinite party Prague in Czech Republic. Brief conclusion - for some reason it’s not easy to get really good🍀cannabis buds or hash in Prague in an “oldschool way”, but options do exist. Below I describe what is going on with weed in Prague.

Got back home from Prague just 2 days ago, so writing this post with fresh memory smoking a small joint of white widow strain. Had an amazing stay in Prague that would never be so cool without sex, drugs and rock’n’roll smelly ganja buds.

Cannabis Laws in Czech Republic: What You Need to Know

First things first, it’s important to understand that high-THC cannabis is illegal in Prague. Unlike in Amsterdam, you won’t find any coffee shops selling potent marijuana strains. While medical cannabis is available, it’s typically low in THC and won’t give you the high you might be looking for.

During my stay, I met a local named Alex in the hotel bar. He’s lived in Prague for a while and knows a lot about the cannabis scene. According to him, while the official regulations are strict, enforcement isn’t always so rigid in practice.

What’s the Law Say vs. What’s Really Good?

Officially, anything with more than 1% THC is a no-go in Prague. But Alex put me on game — cops in Prague are chill about the weed. Unless you’re actin' a fool or got bad luck with the wrong officer, you might just get your stash snatched, have a chat, and be on your way. But yo, don’t push it. Keep it low-key, don’t smoke in public, and if you’re holdin' less than 10g of weed or 5g of hash, you should be straight.

Local Attitudes Toward Cannabis in Prague

Just because cannabis is strictly regulated in Prague doesn’t mean the locals are strongly opposed to it. In fact, most people in Prague don’t seem to care too much about marijuana use. Of course, it’s wise to follow some basic rules, like not smoking in public. But even if someone notices you, it’s unlikely they’ll see it as a big deal.

As I was actively asking and discussing weed - Alex invited me to his apartment for a small party that very first evening - just a couple of his rasta friends, beer, weed and PS5 - exactly what I do love😁😁😁. How lucky I was😁 Alex told he will be my weed dealer while I am here in Prague so I had no issues with great stuff all that time.

Alex also confirmed locals are OK with weed in Prague if you behave yourself correctly, while it’s better to avoid cops and not to have more than 10 grams in your pocket.

How Do People Get Weed in Prague?

Finding weed in Prague isn’t as easy as just asking someone on the street. Wholesale dealers in Prague buy weed through special darknet websites, but that’s a bit tricky for regular cannabis users who want to smoke, but not re-sell weed.

But if you are just visiting Prague for several days (or up to 2 weeks) and need some weed - dealing with wholesale darknet websites looks like not the best way to spend your time. This is the point where local dealers rush into this game. But if you think you can easily find street dealers with good stuff nowadays - do not hurry so much, the situation with weed in Prague has changed already.

Now dealers switched to another approach - you simply find their messenger contacts from someone who purchased weed in Prague already or on some forum comments, choose stuff from menu, discuss drop off area (this may be some hotel or approximate area), after you pay in crypto (yes, now this is #1 payment option for all “dark” payments) - and stuff gets delivered and dropped where you agree. Package with weed is usually masked, you get a photo and coordinates where to pick up your stuff. As a result - no official payments and no meetings in person (you choose just the approximate package drop area, not the exact place where you meet) - so both you and the dealer stay secure and anonymous. This was a little surprise for me, at home I simply buy directly from my trusted dealer via cache, but we have what we have. How happy I was that I met Alex so I do not need to go through all this 🙂

Weed in Prague: Your Questions Answered

Is high-THC weed illegal in Prague?

Yup, you won’t find high-THC bud legally unless it’s medical, but the cops aren’t usually trippin' if you’re packin' less than 10 grams.

What happens if you get caught with weed in Prague?

Depends. If you’re lookin' like you’re movin' weight, you could catch some heat. But most tourists with a small stash aren’t bothered much.

Can you still find weed the old-school way in Prague?

For sure! While the darknet and encrypted messengers are where it’s at now, you can still hustle around parks or chat up the right taxi driver and might get lucky.

Top quality weed and hash in Prague - truth or myth?

Yes, truth, but complex to find. Quality differs among different dealers.

Is it possible to find hash in Prague?

Yes, a lot of dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Prague. Not always available, but rather popular.

Price for weed / hash in Prague?

Prices vary from dealer to dealer and usually depend on quality and anything else. From what I saw - super high quality weed may go up to €20 - €25 per 1 gram (while the more you buy - the lower price you get), and high quality hash was around €30-€35 per 1 gram. Have not seen low quality weed in Prague so do not know the prices, but should be lower.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. You Can Eat Cannabis Raw

Granted, it tastes a lot better when prepared with yummy edibles like brownies, bread, or cake. But cannabis can be consumed raw. One more thing is that if you eat it raw, it won’t get you high, but it will provide you with all the medicinal benefits.

2. Modern-Day Cannabis Is A Lot Stronger

We talked about this on the cannabis flower and its influence in the 60s. For one, it’s purer than the illegal “hippie weed” that was imported into the United States. And it’s also been cultivated to increase its THC content, so the high you get from marijuana today is a lot stronger than what your parents or grandparents consumed.

3. You Can’t Lethally Overdose On Cannabis

Don’t get us wrong. You can overdose on cannabis, which means consuming more than the recommended amount. What it means is that it’s practically impossible for you to consume the amount of cannabis it would take to kill a person.

4. Cannabis Can Be Used In Construction

And clothing. And plastic. And the best part is that all of these options are eco-friendly. Learn more about hemp and its benefits here.

5. Religious Use

Cannabis has been used in religious rituals in various cultures, notably in Hinduism and by Rastafarians.