Across the city, major projects are underway or in the pipeline that promise to make the Czech capital a better place to live. Tram to Wenceslas Square Where else is better to start than Wenceslas Square. It’s laid out by Charles IV in the 14th century, witness to countless historical events, and today a hub of tourism and commerce with some 1,600 companies and hundreds of shops, hotels, and restaurants. Right now, it looks like a construction zone. The reason: a new tram line that will transform both the square and public transport across the city. Along with the tracks, the public space will be restored with new greenery, benches, and a retention tank already built underground to capture rainwater for the newly planted trees. Metro exits will also be redesigned, and the upper part of the square will connect with the lower part, which was already reconstructed in 2023 with new paving, benches, and a fountain designed by Jakub Cigler’s studio. The new line aims to relieve pressure on the congested city center and offer a redundant route when disruptions hit I. P. Pavlova or Ječná Street. It will also provide a missing link to Vinohrady. The New Savarin...
Lidl Czech Republic has launched a seasonal outdoor terrace at the Prague Exhibition Grounds in Stromovka, introducing a new concept that combines food, drinks and community events in one location. The temporary venue is situated next to the park’s public grilling area, allowing visitors to purchase ingredients on-site and prepare them at nearby grill stations. The terrace offers a selection of Lidl’s private-label products commonly found in its stores. Visitors can buy snacks, ice cream and barbecue ingredients directly at the venue. Draft Argus beer and non-alcoholic radlers are also available. Customers using the Lidl Plus mobile application can access discounted prices. A small draft beer costs 15 CZK through the app, while a half-liter beer is available for 25 CZK. Lidl said the beer-serving area is clearly marked as restricted to adults, with staff checking identification documents when necessary. A dedicated Bellarom Café section has also been created within the terrace. The café serves espresso, cappuccino, iced coffee and other coffee drinks. Lidl Plus users can take advantage of lower prices on selected beverages. The menu also includes lemonades, iced tea, prosecco and additional refreshments. The company plans to host a range of activities throughout the summer. The program...
A monument removed from Prague’s streets more than a century ago could soon return to one of the city’s most historic squares. Prague city councilors have approved plans to bring back the statue of Austrian field marshal Josef Václav Radecký of Radč to Malostranské náměstí in the Lesser Town. The decision also authorizes the city to ask the Ministry of Culture to release the original sculpture, which is currently housed in the Lapidarium of the National Museum. The monument stood in the square from 1858 until 1919, when the newly established Czechoslovak state removed symbols associated with the Habsburg monarchy. Following its dismantling, the statue was transferred to museum storage, while the pedestal was later removed as well. The return project has been discussed for years, supported by the Radecký Society and officials from Prague 1. City representatives now hope the monument can become part of the long-planned redevelopment of Malostranské náměstí, although a completion date for the reconstruction has not yet been announced. Costs are expected to range between 15 million and 30 million Czech crowns. The final amount will depend largely on whether the Ministry of Culture agrees to provide the original artwork. If not, a replica would...
Coca-Cola is marking a major milestone in Czechia this year. The company has been producing its beverages locally for 55 years, growing from a niche product available only to a select few during the communist era into one of the country’s most widely consumed drinks. According to company figures, Coca-Cola’s Czech facilities produced 415.9 million liters of beverages in 2025 alone. When licensed production first began in the country in 1971, annual output stood at around 18.4 million liters. The story of Coca-Cola in Czechia began before local manufacturing existed. Many Czechs first encountered the drink at the end of World War II through American soldiers stationed in Europe. During the communist period, however, access remained limited. Bottles were mainly sold through Tuzex stores, which specialized in foreign goods, or in hotels catering to foreign visitors. A turning point came in 1971, when licensed production using the original Coca-Cola concentrate was launched in Modřice, near Brno. That move established the foundations for what would eventually become one of the company’s key operations in Central Europe. Another important chapter followed after the fall of communism. In 1993, Coca-Cola opened a production facility in Prague’s Kyje district, which has since become the...
Travelers heading to the Western Balkans could eventually use their phones without worrying about extra roaming charges, as the European Union moves forward with plans to expand its roaming zone beyond its current borders. The European Commission is working on a proposal that would bring six Western Balkan countries — Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia — under the same roaming framework currently used across EU member states and participating European countries. If the plan is approved, residents and visitors would be able to make calls, send text messages and use mobile data in those countries under conditions similar to those they already enjoy throughout much of Europe. The process, however, is still at an early stage. While the Commission has expressed support for the expansion, the proposal must first receive approval from EU member states before negotiations can begin. Earlier this year, the Commission asked the Council of the European Union for authorization to open formal talks with the six Western Balkan partners. Once approved, separate agreements would need to be negotiated with each country. According to the Commission, successful negotiations would create the legal framework necessary for the Western Balkans to join the EU...
Summer in Prague is traditionally a time for festivals, open-air events, and nightlife venues, all of which attract visitors with special programs. Among them is Roxy, which is kicking off the new season with an expanded lineup of events, new production elements, and confirmed acts for the fall season. The club on Dlouhá Street has been shaping the city’s electronic music scene since 1992, and earlier this year it received the Bass Award for best club in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This summer, the venue is entering the warmer months with a packed schedule designed for regulars and newcomers alike. Three recurring nights form the backbone of the program. Mainstage Party and Techno Night take over Fridays and Saturdays, while DNB Wednights, held every other Wednesday, bring drum and bass enthusiasts together in the middle of the week. DNB Wednights start at 8 p.m., while the club’s regular Friday and Saturday events begin at 11 p.m. Alongside its regular program, Roxy is preparing a series of themed nights that push the energy even further. Techno [Rave] and Hard Dance editions promise a heavier soundtrack and a different atmosphere for those looking for something beyond the club’s standard format. Music...
With its setting on the edge of Klánovický Forest in Prague-East, Unicorn School has developed a private kindergarten environment where early education is closely tied to nature, movement and individual attention. Housed in a family villa with a garden, playground and heated swimming pool, the facility brings together structured preschool learning and a day-to-day rhythm shaped by outdoor experience. The kindergarten and children’s group focus on small learning communities, where children are guided according to their own pace of development rather than a uniform classroom model. Teachers with long-term experience in early childhood education work with an emphasis on stability, trust and close cooperation with parents. A significant part of the programme takes place outside. The proximity of the forest allows for frequent walks, outdoor activities and seasonal learning, which are integrated into the daily schedule rather than treated as occasional excursions. The approach reflects elements of forest kindergarten practice, where direct contact with nature is considered part of the learning process. Inside, Unicorn School combines several educational frameworks. Montessori-inspired principles are used alongside Free Flow Learning and the Good Start Method®. Development is monitored through iSophi® diagnostics, which help adjust activities to individual needs. Early numeracy is introduced through...
Travel between Prague and the Tatras region in Slovakia will soon be quicker, as a popular low-cost airline is launching a new route connecting the Czech capital with Poprad in northeastern Slovakia. Until now, the only way to travel between these two destinations was by train or coach. Currently, the only air link between Slovakia and Prague has been from Košice Airport, with daily Ryanair flights. Wizz Air plans to launch the new service in late October, with departures on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The flight will take about one hour, making it much faster than the seven-hour train ride or the even longer bus journey. Many people from eastern Slovakia work or study in Prague. Starting in October, they will be able to make the trip for €24.99. With eastern Slovakia now gaining another direct air connection to Prague, people are wondering when a similar route will open between Prague and the Slovak capital. Ryanair recently said they are open to this idea, but need to analyse the data first. The last direct flight between the two capitals operated in 2019. At present, travellers from both Prague and Bratislava can use the flights between the Austrian capital and Prague....
Prague is a loud, heavy city. If you live here, you’re likely walking around with a tight jaw and a nervous system stuck in “fight” mode. For most people, the solution is a brutal deep-tissue massage—getting a therapist to dig an elbow into a knot until it gives up. But a growing crowd is heading to Harmony Spa for something that works in the opposite direction. It’s called Kashmiri Tantric massage. And despite what you’ve seen in movies, it has nothing to do with Hollywood’s version of Tantra. The Tantric Reality At Harmony, this is Tantra in its traditional sense: a meditative practice built entirely around touch. There is no goal. You’re not trying to reach a specific state or fix anything. It’s about being present in your own body. For people used to measuring their day by productivity, that’s often the hardest part to understand. The Full-Body Shift Kashmiri massage comes from Northern India, and it doesn’t work like a standard treatment. There’s no moving from one muscle group to another. Instead, the experience is based on continuous, close, full-body contact. The therapist’s hands stay in near-constant connection with your skin, moving in slow, flowing patterns that treat the...
A new report has named Prague one of the world’s most welcoming cities for expats, placing the Czech capital ahead of major cities such as London and Paris. The study, conducted by expat and remote worker insurance company William Russell, ranked Prague sixth globally, with a score of 7.86 out of 10. Researchers assessed cities using data from the Happy City Index and Numbeo, focusing on factors such as happiness, safety and public friendliness. According to the report, larger cities may struggle to foster a sense of community, making it harder for newcomers to build connections. The world’s 10 most welcoming cities for expats are: Zürich – 9.06 2=. Singapore – 8.97 2=. Tokyo – 8.97 Copenhagen – 8.72 Munich – 8.63 Prague – 7.86 Dubai – 7.61 Warsaw – 7.52 Seoul – 7.44 Hong Kong – 7.26 The report also ranked the most welcoming countries for expats, taking into account expat experience, migrant population size, employment opportunities for foreign-born residents, public attitudes towards immigrants, safety and visa openness. Iceland topped the list with a score of 8.94, followed by Luxembourg (8.69) and New Zealand (8.57). Australia, Switzerland, Ireland, Colombia, Czechia, Portugal and Austria rounded out the top 10. The...
The number of traffic offenses involving scooter riders in Prague has fallen sharply compared with last year, following the disappearance of shared e-scooter services from the Czech capital. Yet police say rule-breaking remains widespread, with hundreds of violations still recorded during recent inspections. Over four days of targeted checks in June, Prague’s municipal police documented 512 traffic offenses involving cyclists and e-scooter users. Scooter riders accounted for 265 cases, while cyclists were responsible for 247. The most common violations have remained unchanged. “They continue to ride on sidewalks, ignore traffic signs and travel in the wrong direction,” police spokeswoman Irena Seifertová said. During the operation, officers issued 41 on-the-spot fines totaling CZK 18,000. Another 15 cases were referred to administrative authorities, while the remaining offenses were resolved through warnings and agreements. The inspections formed part of regular enforcement campaigns carried out across Prague. Officers from all city districts participate in the four-day operations, conducting checks at varying times and locations. Although the figures remain high, they represent a notable decline from the same period last year, when police recorded 911 violations. At that time, scooter riders were responsible for 649 offenses, and fines reached CZK 193,000. The trend was also...
After more than two years behind construction fences, one of Prague’s busiest public spaces is returning to daily life. Jiřího z Poděbrad Square, known to generations of Prague residents simply as “Jiřák,” will officially reopen today, June 17th, following an extensive renovation. The project has brought new trees, upgraded infrastructure and redesigned public areas, while also triggering heated discussions among locals over how one of the city’s best-known squares should evolve. City officials say the reconstruction was designed to make the square more resilient to rising temperatures and increasingly frequent periods of drought. Around 100 new trees have been planted throughout the area, including a new tree-lined section along Vinohradská Street intended to help reduce traffic noise and limit the spread of dust and pollutants from one of the district’s busiest roads. The renovation also replaced traditional asphalt surfaces with permeable paving capable of absorbing and retaining rainwater. Drinking fountains have been installed, children’s play elements added and the square’s fountain upgraded with more energy-efficient technology. Despite the changes, planners insist the site has retained its identity as an urban park rather than becoming a predominantly paved plaza. However, not everyone has been convinced. Among the most common concerns raised...
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