Prague’s Pankrác Metro Station to Close for Year-Long Renovation

Starting January 6, 2025, Prague’s Pankrác metro station on Line C will shut down to passengers for a full year.

This major closure is required to facilitate the construction of a new station on the upcoming automated Line “D” and to build a transfer passage between the two lines.

During this period, construction crews will also take the opportunity to modernize Pankrác station, updating its tiles, upgrading lighting, and adding a new public restroom to enhance passenger amenities.

A replacement bus service will be launched to ease travel for commuters. Additionally, certain tram routes will be extended to help offset the disruption. Details on these alternative routes will be provided by the transport authority as the closure date approaches.

The New Line “D”: Prague’s First Fully Automated Metro

The construction of the new Line “D”—Prague’s first fully automated, driverless metro line—began in April 2022. Line D will feature 10 stations with state-of-the-art safety partitions and automatic platform doors. This safety system, already tested at Zličín station, is designed to ensure safe and smooth passenger boarding.

The first phase of Line D will stretch from the existing Pankrác station (which will become a transfer hub) to the new Olbrachtova station. In later phases, Line D will extend southward to Nové Dvory before expanding north toward Náměstí Bratří Synků and Náměstí Míru. The final stage will complete the line to Libuš and Depo Písnice.

A Futuristic Vision for Pankrác Station by Architect Jakub Neprash

The redesigned Pankrác station is expected to become a futuristic landmark, with architect Jakub Neprash leading its visual transformation. His vision incorporates video installations inspired by microscopic nanoparticles, evoking an interconnected “super-organism” theme. According to Neprash, “The design will shift with the day. In the evening, colors will grow warmer, and animations will slow. When a train arrives, the station will brighten and become more dynamic.”

This innovative design concept aligns with Prague’s ambition to integrate art and technology across its transport infrastructure, enhancing the commuter experience through aesthetic and functional upgrades.

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