In recent years, Prague has been renewing itself with the reconstruction of certain streets in an attempt to make the city more ecological. This includes the construction of wider pavements, planting more trees, building new footbridges. The City of Prague, the Municipal District of Prague 7, the Institute for Planning and Development (IPR Prague), are jointly preparing the transformation of the public space between Letenské sady and Stromovka. The Korunovační and Nad Štolou streets as well as the Letenský Museum area, i.e. the area near the National Technical Museum and the National Agricultural Museum, will undergo some major changes. The shape of the district will emerge from a competition to be announced in the spring. So far, Prague 7 has presented the concept study for Korunovační Street by the studio edit! Architects. “The conceptual study will help us to coordinate individual projects that will change the character of this essential avenue in Letná. The aim is to coordinate the renewal of public infrastructure and other planned improvements. The study is to ensure the coherence of these activities and not to prevent the implementation of one project by another,” said Lenka Burgerová, Deputy Mayor of Prague 7. The study provides for...
It is that time of year again when the farmer’s markets begin for the spring season. They started this Wednesday in Náměstí Jiřího z Poděbrad. In the stands under the shady trees in the park, visitors can purchase products from Czech farms. The market takes place four times a week. You can enjoy some traditional Czech food without the madness of the more central Prague markets. And with lots of benches around the market, you can just enjoy the moment in the shade of the TV Tower and the Church of the Most Sacred Heart of our Lord that dominates the square. More markets will start this weekend. On Saturday, they will bustle in Kubánské náměstí in Prague 10, and at Heřmaňák in Prague 7. You can look forward to fruits and vegetables from Czech farmers, fresh pastries and confectionery, meat and sausages, dairy products, eggs and many other products. More info here
The State Opera in Prague presents Der fliegende Holländer– the opera by Richard Wagner which tells the tale of a Dutchman and his quest to find love. The opera had its grand opening on 20th January 2022 and is continuing to be shown throughout the year, with the next performance on Sunday 20th February. The opera tells the tale of “The Flying Dutchman” who was a sea captain who once found himself struggling to round the Cape of Good Hope during a ferocious storm. He swore that he would succeed even if he had to sail until Judgment Day. After seven years, the ship enters the harbor and the Dutchman goes ashore and searches for love. Written by Richard Wager, it is claimed in his 1870 autobiography “Mein Leben” that he had been inspired to write the opera following a stormy sea crossing he made from Riga to London in July and August 1839. The opera’s original 1843 production ran more than 2 hours and 20 minutes without intermission and consisted of three acts. The cast of the National Theatre’s production includes Joachim Goltz as The Flying Dutchman and Elizabeth Teige as Senata. The audience will be able to enjoy...
The historic water tower from 1904 in Prague-Liben, at the intersection of Davídkova and Na Slovance, is still for sale. In the last decade. it was rebuilt into a unique home 3+kt of 223 sqm with an area of 1.268 sqm. The ground floor has an underground relaxation center and a wine cellar with a usable area of 433 sqm and a garage with security facilities of 158 sqm, which is suitable for up to 8 cars. The current owner recently restored the façade and renovated the interior. It also moved the tower from the technical to the residential category. The living space itself is a duplex, located on a newly built top of the tower. The panoramic 360-degree view provides sightseeing of all of Prague. The apartment with a circular ground plan is connected by a staircase at the perimeter of the tower. At the bottom, there is a living room with a kitchenette, a pantry, and a toilet, in the middle part a study room with a bathroom and a toilet, a circular bedroom with a bathroom and a toilet on the top floor. The above-standard relaxation center is an additional building to the residential part. The daylight...
The future of the former Žižkov Freight Station (nákladové nádraží Žižkov) in Prague 3 is finally becoming clear. Central Group, together with representatives of the city and the Institute of Planning and Development (IPR), officially launched the construction of a new district in the northern part of the now unused Žižkov Freight Station (nákladové nádraží Žižkov). The developer plans to build 2,500 flats, a secondary school, two elementary schools, several kindergartens, and a park. The first block should be ready in two years. According to Central Group, the new district will be the largest project ever to be created on a brownfield site. Central Group bought the land from the original developer Discovery Group in 2016, who planned to build a giant shopping centre with offices, a hotel and several apartments. “We completely redesigned the whole project. Together with the planned construction in the former Telekom area, the park district is one-third lower than originally planned. This will logically reduce the traffic load as well,” said Dušan Kunovský, founder of Central Group. The costs have risen from 14 to 20 billion. “Unfortunately, the costs have shifted to huge amounts, due to the increase in energy and construction work prices. I honestly did...
Near Dolní Břežany, 20km from Prague, you will find the largest Celtic town in Bohemia. At the top, there is a new cylindrical structure made of larch wood that stretches to 32 meters high. The lookout tower was designed by architect Martin Rajniš and opened to visitors just before Christmas. The Celtic town itself is a national cultural monument and has found its place among tourists. “It is actually a very interesting village, which was inhabited from the late Stone Age to the Early Middle Ages,” says Lucie Vospělová, head of the Department of Culture. The construction of the lookout tower began in September 2021. It consists of three wooden pillars surrounding a circular staircase. The whole structure is fastened to the ground by steel rods. It is 32 meters high, but visitors can ascend to the viewing platform, which is located at a height of 24 meters. “People can have a great view of Prague, and also at the Central Bohemian Region,” describes Vospělová. In the summertime, you can see not only the tallest buildings in Prague but also the TV transmitter Cukrák and much more. “At the moment, we are preparing a virtual exhibition, and visitors will be...
Article by Vita Cafnik, pre-school teacher at Cherry Tree, an English-speaking preschool in the heart of Vinohrady. If you are looking for ways to spend some good quality intellectual time with your kids, you can prepare your monocles and get your mustache-twisting fingers ready, as we have visited some of Prague’s museums, and found three wonderful gems, that are a joy for the whole family. Prague truly has a lot to offer culture-wise, and amongst countless museums and galleries, here are just a few that caught our attention. So if winter months give you the blues, let these places bring some color into your world. National Museum of Agriculture National Museum of Agriculture mastered the art of making its exhibitions fun for the whole family. With its interactive nature and playful science, it will charm the pickiest of visitors. The museum is worth visiting for the beautiful rooftop garden alone, and the picturesque view of the Prague that surrounds it, however, I would not recommend missing a single exhibition, as each one offers a unique and fascinating view into one of our most important inventions. You can look forward to a journey through stories of agriculture, forestry, gastronomy and food...
Finally! After two years, it is possible to register for some of the most popular races globally and the biggest in the Czech Republic. RunCzech is opening registrations for Prague Half Marathon, Volkswagen Prague Marathon with dm Family Run, Prague Relay and Birell Grand Prix. The first sporting event will be held on 2nd April, followed by the famous marathon on 8th May, relay racing on 22nd – 23rd June and the exciting night race on 10km and 5km on 3rd September. It is possible to register from Monday 14th February. “After two years postponing, we are expecting a high volume of interest. Around 40 thousand runners will attend all four races,” says Carlo Capalbo, the president of the organizing committee of RunCzech. Iconic shots of thousands of runners on Charles Bridge to the sound of the Vltava symphonic poem will reach the masses worldwide again. After all, moments from the Volkswagen Prague Marathon are usually broadcasted in 131 countries with a certified reach of over 700 million viewers. Thanks to these events, Prague will once again receive its deserved recognition. “We are sensing the massive demand for healthy activities and traveling. That is something we all need. Organising the marathon in...
Despite rising inflation, and significant increases in fuel prices, Uber has leveled the bar with its direct Estonian competitor Bolt. Taking a taxi via Uber will be even more convenient than before. That’s because, from 2 pm on Monday, February 14, 2022, Uber has reduced the price for taxis booked through its app in the UberX Saver segment. The new price is a minimum of CZK 75 (it was CZK 85). For example, a ride via UberX Saver from Pařížská Street in the centre of Prague to Depot Hostivař will cost approximately CZK 198 (9.6 km for a 25 minutes ride) after this change. For a short distance, the minimum fare is now CZK 75. The price of the cheapest 30-minute ticket in Prague public transport is CZK 30, so it is economically worth it to take Uber with three people rather than public transport. The American company has thus leveled the bar with its direct Estonian competitor Bolt, which has long beaten Uber in the Bolt Economy segment with the lowest prices on the market. In addition, also Bolt has now a minimum price of only 70 CZK, so it’s really convenient if you are a group of people,...
Generosity and goodwill spread amongst the city of Prague, as FriendShip Prague shows that a little bit of kindness can go a long way and do the world of good. FriendShip Prague is a new organization that connects Czechs and expats together, provides support and friendship to people most in need, especially in the homeless community. With thousands of people living rough in the streets, this non for profit organization shows compassion and friendship for those who may need it most. The cooperation between volunteers and the organization brings a helping hand, not only through donations but with guidance and support for vulnerable people. Founder and director of FriendShip, Renni, started the organization after experiencing life-threatening surgery during her cancer treatment which made her take a step back in life and value how lucky she has been. “It was the first time I had felt real physical pain. Before I had never really taken into consideration the hardships and difficulties other people faced,” she said to Prague Morning. After her recovery, she promised herself that she would strive to do a better job in helping others and giving back to people in need. With this new desire to offer her...
The civic movement Praha Sobě proposed the possibility of building a new metro ring line in the city. This will relieve congested areas, and facilitate commuting to the Central Bohemian Region. Deputy Transport Minister Adam Scheinherr wants to submit a feasibility study to the board this year. “Over the next few years, the population of Prague will increase by several hundred thousand, and many more visitors will arrive in the city. Without a new basis for public transport, Prague will suffocate,” he said. “Even with the current demand, the metro line will carry about 150,000 passengers a day on the busiest sections between Smichov and Budejovice,” he added. However, the study can only be completed in 2025. And if everything goes smoothly, the city can get a permit to build the first part of the new metro line only in 2033, i.e. in 11 years. However, this is not the first time such a proposal has been made. The Ring Line was included in the conceptual plans already under the communist regime when it was marked as Route E. Given that the construction of line D is currently underway, would logical that the next line should be called E. However,...
It has been seventeen years since the announcement of the bid for new trams in Prague. DPP is preparing a tender with nine manufacturers. In a December interview, Deputy Mayor Adam Scheinherr said the capital would need 186 new trams. The main reason is for the replacement of older types, and also the large expansion of the tram network in the city. New trams will be low-floor, with full-vehicle air conditioning and other equipment. “We must ensure that we have looked at all options which include our requirements and meets our extremely demanding technical requirements, and at the same time provides high comfort for passengers,” said Scheinherr. The member of the Board of Directors and the technical director of DPP – Surface Jan Šurovský, said that DPP will also be interested in elements of active and passive safety or the costs of service intervals. The nine manufacturers contacted by DPP are Alstom, CAF, Hyundai Rotem, Modertrans, Pesa, Pragoimex, Siemens, Stadler and Škoda Transportation. The Prague tram network consists of 142.4 km of track, 882 tram vehicles (one of the largest fleets in the world) and 26 daytime routes, 2 historical and 9-night routes with a total route length of 518 km....
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