Residents and visitors of Prague can enjoy a visit to the Musoleum Museum with a reduced ticket price (CZK 150) showcasing the works of renowned Czech artist David Černý on 15 June. The museum will open its doors from 19:00 to 22:00 as part of the “Night of Museums 2024” event. No pre-registration is required—just come and enjoy the art. On regular days, admission to the Musoleum costs 300 Kč. The museum, which opened on 1 April 2023, spans five floors and covers 1,200 square meters. The exhibits offer a comprehensive look at Černý’s artistic career, featuring completed sculptures, sketches, unfinished projects, and other works. You can see both the Trabant and the scaled-down Entropa in the new museum. You will also find sculptures of four giant pistols, Albert Einstein’s face made of coloured resin, a male nude with a helicopter head, numerous representations of genitals, and a model of a red bus doing push-ups, which Černý made in 2012 on the occasion of the Summer Olympics in London. On one of the terraces, from where you can get a view of Prague, you will also come across a raised middle finger. In the times of President Miloš Zeman, it...
Between 2001 and 2022, the number of foreigners living in Prague increased from 61,000 to 345,000. This means that foreigners now make up about a quarter of the city’s population. Without this influx, Prague’s population would be slightly decreasing. This data comes from an analysis by the city’s Institute of Planning and Development (IPR), presented to city councillors on Monday. The majority of these foreigners come from Ukraine, Slovakia, Russia, and Vietnam. The report indicates that the growth in the foreign population was significantly impacted by Russia’s attack on Ukraine in February 2022, which led to over 100,000 Ukrainian refugees relocating to Prague. However, the number of residence permits issued might not accurately reflect the actual number of Ukrainians in the city, as there is no precise record of those who have left the Czech Republic. Migration has played a crucial role in maintaining Prague’s population numbers. Without foreign residents, the population would have decreased by around 5,000 between 2016 and 2021. The analysis notes that, on average, just under 15,000 foreigners have been added to Prague annually from 2016 to 2021, with 12,000 being migrants and the remaining 3,000 being children of immigrants. The foreign population in Prague is...
Czech police arrested four foreign nationals for attacking a group of Ukrainian activists in Prague on June 1. “In connection with Saturday’s [June 1] incident at Old Town Square, police arrested four foreigners at Prague airport,” the police announced via Twitter on June 3. The authorities have launched a criminal probe, investigating multiple criminal offenses. “Considering the new facts that have come to light, the case will most likely be reclassified,” the message continues. “Given the ongoing investigation, we will not provide any further information at this time.” Videos shared on social media appear to show the individuals hitting the volunteers with their hands and feet. The assault was accompanied by profane language directed at Ukrainians and Czechs. On 1 June, one of the Prague Maidan volunteers posted a video on social media showing a group of Russian-speaking men and women approaching and attacking them. Eventually, the initiative’s stand was damaged by the incident. One of the Ukrainian activists shared a photo showing her hand covered in blood after the fight. According to her, the woman hit a Czech volunteer on the head, while the man told another activist, “How well it is that Russia is killing us.” Czechia has...
Musician Bruce Springsteen was supposed to perform in Prague on Tuesday, May 28, but due to vocal cord issues, he had to postpone the concert. Fortunately, he will not disappoint his fans and will come to the capital with his show on Sunday, June 15, next year. Organizers have confirmed that the original tickets are valid for the new date, with no need for exchanges. Ticket refunds are available for the next three months, until September 3, 2024. Springsteen is one of the world’s best-selling artists, with over 140 million records sold worldwide, including more than 70 million in the United States. His tour last year was a massive success, selling more than 1.6 million tickets for the European leg and earning universal acclaim as one of the band’s best performances. The tour, which kicked off this past May, saw Springsteen hit the road with The E Street Band. The American music icon visited the UK first, then Ireland and France, and was due to continue to the Czech Republic, which was unfortunately delayed due to his vocal cord issues. Springsteen has won numerous awards in his career, including 20 Grammys, an Oscar, two Golden Globes, and a special Tony...
The Vltava River in Prague has reached the first level of flood activity today due to heavy rains. As a result, the flood gates at Čertovka and parts of the embankments are being closed. The cycle path in Zbraslav will also be shut down, and ferry operations are suspended. On Monday morning, the Prague City Flood Authority convened again due to the unpredictable weather. The Vltava Cascade, especially the Orlík River, is receiving a significant amount of water. “Effective immediately, parts of the embankments on Hořejší nábřeží between Palacký Bridge and Jirásek Bridge, and the southern part of Rašín’s Embankment are closed. The cycle path between the Závodu míru bridge in Zbraslav and Vraný nad Vltavou is also closed. Ferry operations in Prague are suspended,” said municipal spokesman Vít Hofman. Prague authorities advise those near the Vltava River to stay vigilant and monitor the situation closely. They recommend against parking vehicles on the embankments, as these may need to be moved quickly if conditions worsen. “The weather’s development is unpredictable, and parked vehicles could hinder further measures,” the spokesman noted. “All measures are precautionary to protect residents and tourists in the city. We will continue to monitor the weather and...
The Festival of Microbreweries at Prague Castle is an annually event taking place in the beautiful premises of the Royal Garden of Prague Castle, on Střelecka cesta below the Royal Summer Palace. Microbreweries are the waters of life and a modern phenomenon of brewing skills. Twenty-five years ago there only existed one microbrewery in the Czech Republic, the brewery U Fleků; today there are approximately 170. The organizer is the Czech-Moravian Association of Microbreweries, which aims to present to the public the production of microbreweries from all over the Czech Republic. The participation of 51 Czech and Moravian breweries has already been confirmed, as well as the participation of guests, which this year are breweries from Hungary. The festival is unique in that it is a tasting event, where the aim is not to sell and drink as much as possible, but to taste and get to know the Czech beer culture. Brewers and owners of individual breweries will be at the taps to present their beers and breweries. Participating breweries include favorites like Clock, Purkmistr, U Medvídků, Hoppy Dog, Joe’s Garage, Faltus, Permon, Kocour, and countless others. The number of visitors is limited due to the location and security of Prague Castle, so 1200 tickets are available each festival...
The season of free music concerts at the beautiful Valdštejnská zahrada (Wallenstein Garden) in Prague continues. The events are organized by the Senate of the Czech Republic. Entrance is free. The concerts are held every week, with the starting time always the same – 17:00. The concert schedule for June is as follows: The garden was created at the same time as the Wallenstein Palace in the early 17th century, in the lower part of the Malá Strana District. It displays a fine example of Mannerist layout and decoration, with very diverse sections. It is dominated by an aisle lined with bronze sculptures, an impressive Sala Terrena, and an amazing artificial grotto. During the last renovation in 2012, the appearance of the gardens was restored into the original state from 1920’s. Address: Wallenstein Garden (Valdštejnská zahrada), Letenská, Praha 1 – Malá Strana.
Prague’s metro will operate more frequently in the evenings. The city’s public transport company has reduced intervals from 10 to 7.5 minutes. On both weekdays and weekends, between 9 pm and 10 pm, all lines will permanently reduce their intervals to 7.5 minutes from the current ten minutes. Changes to the evening schedule do not apply to the city bus services, which has caused some concern on social media. Users worry that they will have to wait longer for buses. “We couldn’t shorten the bus intervals due to concerns about increasing drivers’ overtime,” said Ropid, the regional public transport organizer. People also expressed a desire for the metro to operate longer hours. Currently, the last two metro services, available before the COVID-19 pandemic, no longer run. Máme pro vás dobrou zprávu z metra: od soboty 1. června budou trvale zkráceny intervaly na všech linkách ve všední dny i o víkendu cca mezi 21. a 22. hodinou. V tomto období budou soupravy metra jezdit každých 7,5 minuty namísto dnešního desetiminutového intervalu. pic.twitter.com/elfZZlL7Ip — PID (@PIDoficialni) May 30, 2024 The Prague Metro was founded in 1974, consists of three lines (A, B and C) serving 61 stations, and is 65.2 kilometres. The...
Bolt is launching a carsharing service in Prague, putting 400 cars on the streets. The service, called Bolt Drive, will be accessible through the same app used for Bolt’s other services, such as taxis and scooters. Bolt Drive will offer various models of Audi and Toyota cars, including both internal combustion and hybrid options. These cars will be available in two price categories. The available models include Audi A1, A3, Q2, and Toyota Yaris, Corolla, and CH-R, with options for both internal combustion and hybrid engines. There are two price tiers: one starting at 1 crown per minute plus 3 crowns per kilometer for the smallest car models, and the other charging 3 crowns per minute plus 4 crowns per kilometer. Additionally, there are more favorable hourly, daily, and weekly rates. For comparison, the competing service Anytime starts at 2.99 crowns per minute plus 6.99 crowns per kilometer for the cheapest model, and 8.49 crowns per minute plus 3.99 crowns per kilometer for the most expensive. Bolt Drive is integrated into the existing Bolt app, allowing users to choose between taking a taxi, renting a scooter, or renting a car with just one click. To activate the service, users need...
Sparta Prague football club will leave Letná after over 100 years to build a new home in Strahov by 2035. This move marks a significant change for the club. The General Assembly of the Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) took a major step towards this change. At a meeting in Olomouc, the Association approved Sparta as the winner of an international competition to utilize the dilapidated Evžen Rošický Stadium in Strahov. The club, owned by one of the wealthiest Czechs, Daniel Křetínský, plans to build a new 35,000-seat arena at its own expense. The new arena, set to be the largest in the country, is expected to be completed by 2035. Sparta will gradually pay for the land over 30 years, with an initial payment of CZK 95 million upon signing the contract. AC Sparta Prague’s CEO, Tomas Krivda, discussed the plans for the new stadium more openly in the past year and a half. “The new stadium is crucial for the club’s future. Infrastructure is vital for sustainability and longevity. The new stadium is a huge opportunity for us, especially since last season we had the highest attendance in over 40 years,” Krivda said. The club won...
A new shop has arrived in Prague, offering a taste of France alongside a relaxing atmosphere. La France Élégante, which opened its doors in late March, combines a French grocery store with a charming coffee shop, transporting customers to a bygone era. Located in Prague’s Dum u Nováků passage on Vodickova Street, La France Élégante boasts original furniture dating back 70 to 150 years creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian coffee shop from a century ago. The owner’s vision was to create a space where clients can escape the daily hustle. The cafe source products from small French producers, ensuring authenticity and freshness. For instance, you can find Terres de Café (a premium French coffee brand), specialty products from Provence with Thyme and Lavender tea, Corsican water and flavored water with no added sugar, and seasonal juices. Among wines & spirits, you can discover a curated selection of Corsican wines, Crémant, Champagne André Clouet, French beers, Cognac, while the baked pastries are prepared by a French baker in Prague. We met Gabriel, the owner who has ambitious plans for the future. While traditional wine tastings are deemed unnecessary due to the abundance of French wine options in Prague, they...
After Škoda Auto’s BeRider and Poland’s Blinkee introduced shared electric scooters in Prague, Italy’s Anytime is bringing a new option to the city. This week, Anytime launched 60 petrol-powered scooters for public use. Anytime, previously known for offering Toyota-branded shared rides, has expanded its fleet with the low-cost Chinese-made Yuki 125i Via and Yuki 125i Matrix scooters. Users can locate and start these scooters using a mobile app, with a basic rate of five crowns per minute. The Via model comes with two helmets, while the Matrix model includes one. These scooters can be driven by anyone aged 16 and above with a valid license. As soon as you start a rental in the app, the ignition is turned on and the starter can be used. When using the starter, the side stand must not be tilted. When starting, hold any brake and the engine will start. When you want to put the scooter into parking mode or end the rental, the ignition will turn itself off. “Our users appreciate that they don’t need to buy an expensive vehicle or worry about its upkeep. They avoid costs for fuel, insurance, servicing, and tyre replacement,” said Milan Beutl, Anytime’s director. Shared...
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