GALLERY: Dvorecký Bridge Nears Completion – Opening Expected in 2026

Even during the cold winter months, construction on Prague’s Dvorecký Bridge, which will connect Podolí and Smíchov, has continued.

The complex concreting process is progressing despite low temperatures.

“Formwork, concrete, and prestressing reinforcement were recently installed on bridge span number three. This involved continuous concreting of approximately 1,000 cubic meters of concrete over 36 hours. To achieve this, two concrete pumps had to be positioned on pontoon assemblies in the Vltava River,” stated Metrostav TBR in its company magazine.

The final bridge span, number four, remains to be completed, which is scheduled to be concreted by late summer.

Cubist Shapes Make Construction Complex

The Dvorecký Bridge stands out due to its distinctive architectural design, requiring each concrete element to be precisely custom-made. The cubist-inspired structures change shape throughout the bridge, making every section unique.

Currently, around 150 workers are involved in the project. However, construction has faced significant delays due to unexpectedly complex geological conditions. Additionally, the supporting structure required more reinforcement than initially planned. As a result, the bridge’s completion date has been pushed to January 2026.

Tram and Bus Lines to Use the Bridge

Once finished, the bridge is expected to accommodate tram lines 2 and 20, along with selected bus routes. It will also become part of the city’s planned Tram Ring.

On the Podolí side, the bridge is already connected to the existing tram network, while work on the Smíchov connection is set to begin between April and May. The tram tracks will then be installed directly on the bridge’s supporting structure.

Project Costs and Design

The bridge construction contract was awarded to a consortium of Metrostav TBR, Firesta-Fišer, and Strabag for 1.075 billion CZK (excluding VAT).

Costs have since risen by approximately 10%, with the city approving an increase to 1.188 billion CZK. The bridge’s cubist design was created by architect Radek Šíma.

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