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Billions from Brussels: How EU Money is Powering Czechia’s Growth

Czechia has successfully launched the 2021-2027 European funding period, with 13% of the available funds already reimbursed—far exceeding the European average of 7.5%. By the end of 2024, more than half of the allocated funds had already been contractually secured. This means that beneficiaries—businesses, municipalities, and institutions—have committed to using these resources for specific projects aimed at economic growth, sustainability, and innovation. Environmental Protection EU funds have played a crucial role in reducing air pollution, improving water purification, and promoting energy efficiency, leading to a better quality of life for residents. Key achievements (2014–2020): The percentage of people living in areas with high air pollution dropped from 26.5% to just 1.4%. Annual energy consumption fell by 3.2 million GJ, equivalent to 3.5% of Czechia’s total heat consumption. Composting increased by 70%, preventing over 305,000 tons of waste from ending up in landfills. More than 88,800 households replaced solid fuel boilers with environmentally friendly alternatives. Modernizing Transport Infrastructure EU funds have helped expand and modernize roads, highways, and railways, making travel faster and safer across the country. Key achievements (2014–2020): 357 km of new roads and highways were constructed, while 1,500 km were reconstructed. One in four municipalities improved connections to...

by Prague Morning Mar 15, 2025

Easter Markets in Prague Begin April 5 – Here’s What to Expect

The Easter markets (Velikonoční trhy) in Prague’s Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square will open on Saturday, April 5, running for three weeks until Sunday, April 27. The markets will feature traditional folklore decorations, with stalls selling seasonal and Easter-themed goods. A daily cultural program will take place on stage, offering entertainment for visitors. A decorated birch tree will once again serve as the centerpiece in Old Town Square, a key attraction for locals and tourists alike. Following changes made during last year’s Christmas markets, the event will continue using modernized stalls with lowered roofs—now about half a meter shorter—to provide a clearer view of the square. Additionally, organizers have replaced plastic materials with a more eco-friendly combination of metal and canvas. Visitors will enjoy popular gingerbread, pancakes, Czech sausages, stuffed dumplings, potato pancakes and roasted almonds. Small Easter Markets in the city centre: • Mariánské Square (Mariánské náměstí) in the Old Town. 5th-27th April 2025. Opening hours are daily 11:00-19:00 • Na Kampě by Charles Bridge in the Lesser Town. 5th-27th April 2025. Opening hours are daily 10:00-20:00. • Havel’s Market (Havelské tržiště) in between the Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square. Opening hours are daily 06:00-18:30. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more

by Prague Morning Mar 12, 2025

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