
Prague Plans to Charge Non-Residential Vehicles 200 CZK to Transit the City Center

Prague 1 and the City Hall have collaborated on a plan to reduce traffic congestion in the city center.
Their latest proposal involves the implementation of measures to regulate traffic passing through specific streets near the Vltava River, including the introduction of a daily fee of 200 CZK for non-residents and transit traffic.
The initial phase of the plan focuses on implementing a toll system for entering certain streets around the Vltava River.
According to Vojtěch Ryvola, Prague 1 councilor for transportation (ANO), they have chosen to begin with a small area: Divadelní and Smetanovo nábřeží on the right side of the river, and Karmelitská Street on the left side.
Ryvola highlights the importance of thoroughly testing the entire system before expanding the toll area, and mentions that there are several exemption requests to be considered. Starting with a limited approach allows them to address any concerns and resolve any issues before proceeding.
Residents with parking permits, permit holders, the integrated emergency system, visitors, and patients of the Hospital under Petřín will be granted exemptions.
The fee for others is set at 200 CZK for a 24-hour period, while drivers using the roads along the Vltava River will be required to pay 2,000 CZK per month.
Quarterly and annual fees are also available, amounting to 5,700 CZK and 21,600 CZK respectively, which represents the highest possible amount that the municipality can decide upon. The proposal is currently being discussed.
To ensure compliance with the rules and prevent drivers from taking shortcuts through Nerudova Street, cameras will be installed for monitoring purposes.
The measures are expected to be implemented in early 2024.
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