GARBE PARK České Budějovice to feature first supermarket in industrial park

In a first for the region, GARBE PARK České Budějovice will soon house a supermarket within its industrial complex. The new retail space, operated by an international food chain, is set to open in the second quarter of 2025, catering to both employees of the park and local residents. The development, brokered by CBRE, also includes smaller retail units available for stores in sectors such as drugstores, electronics, or pet supplies.

The supermarket will join existing tenants like HAUSER, Taconova, and NOBO Automotive in the park. “We aim for the new supermarket to serve not only the employees working here but also the residents of Boršov nad Vltavou and surrounding villages,” said Veronika Zacha, Head of Business Development CZ. “This marks a new chapter, dispelling the notion that industrial parks are exclusively for logistics and automotive companies.”

Martin Polák, Director for Eastern and Central Europe at GARBE, added, “This is the first retail facility we’ve integrated into one of our industrial parks. It’s a unique example of how a supermarket can thrive within an industrial zone and serve the broader community. None of the major players in industrial development have attempted something like this before, and we are already in talks with additional retailers about joining the park.”

The development will also see the construction of a new bus stop within the industrial zone, with the České Budějovice Transport Company expected to begin service in mid-2025.

Jan Janáček, Head of the Retail Sector and Retail Leasing Team at CBRE, who facilitated the lease, highlighted the significance of integrating retail into industrial spaces. “This project represents a smart and logical development for the retail market. The synergy between the industrial park and the new supermarket creates a valuable connection for both businesses and the community.”

GARBE Park, located just 2 km from the future D3 motorway connecting Prague, Tábor, and České Budějovice to the Czech-Austrian border, boasts excellent transport accessibility. Its proximity to the České Budějovice airport also adds to its strategic advantage. The project places a strong emphasis on sustainability, energy savings, and low operating costs, aligning with modern development priorities.