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With a historic investment of £6 billion, Prague is set to undergo the largest railway construction in its history! The iconic central station, opened in 1871, will be completely modernized with two new tunnels, an underground station and strategic connections to revolutionize mobility in the Czech capital. The project promises to transform the passenger experience and consolidate the city as one of the main transport hubs in Europe!
If you’ve ever been to Prague, you’ll know how charming this city is. Its breathtaking architecture, cobblestone streets that look like they’re straight out of a fairytale, and of course, Prague Main Station, a true gateway to the rest of Europe. But be warned: this historic railway hub, which has been in existence since 1871, is set to undergo a massive £6,1 billion (€7,4 billion) railway renovation.
The idea? To build two new tunnels, an underground station and completely transform mobility in the city. If today the station is already one of the busiest points in Prague, in a few years it will become a reference for modern rail transport.
A transport hub with history, but in need of an upgrade!
Prague Main Station has always been one of the great railway hubs in Central Europe. Since it opened in 1871, it has seen the city grow, accompanied wars, transformations and became an essential piece in the European mobility puzzle. But let's face it: time passes and the flow of passengers only increases.
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With more and more trains running, it was clear that the station needed modernisation – and that’s exactly what it’s set to do. The plan is ambitious, but essential to avoid bottlenecks and improve the passenger experience.
But what new things will this railway reform bring?
Well, first of all: two brand new tunnels, which will cross under the current station. One of them will be just below the underground passages existing ones, while the other will be even deeper. And just look at the impact of this: each tunnel will be able to support up to 16 trains per hour in each direction!
An underground station will be built below the existing one, improving connections between the different rail services. What’s more, the expansion will make it easier to access new stations throughout the city, such as Karlín, Wenceslas Square, Karlovo Náměstí and Florenc.
Less clutter, more mobility: How will this improve everyday life?
If there's one thing that irritates any passenger, it's the endless coming and going of people and trains getting mixed up, frequent delays and mile-long queues. With this modernization, all of that will change.
Separating regional and long-distance services will make the station more organized. New passageways equipped with escalators will be installed, making it easier to move between platforms. Everything is designed for those who use the train on a daily basis and don't want to waste time.
But it's not just about transport, the railway reform goes further!
And look how interesting: this renovation doesn't just focus on the railway section, but also on the passenger experience and the revitalization of the surrounding area. In addition to the tunnels and the new underground station, the project includes the creation of a cultural zone and a brand new square, bringing a new meeting point for residents and tourists.
Just think: arriving in Prague and being welcomed by a vibrant, modern and lively space? It seems like a dream, but it will soon be a reality!
When will all this happen?
According to Express, the renovation has already been approved by the Czech Ministry of Transport, and Správa železnic (SZ), which is responsible for the railway infrastructure, is leading the project. Now, the mission is to make everything happen on time (which, let's face it, in projects of this size, always has its challenges).
And for those who are already curious, the good news is that the first impacts of these changes should start to be felt soon. In the coming years, traveling by train in Prague will be faster, more practical and more comfortable.
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