Construction work on the new Dvorecký Bridge over the Vltava is visibly progressing. The structure can already be crossed on foot, and from spring 2026 it will also be accessible to trams, cyclists and pedestrians. The project is regarded as one of the Czech capital’s most important infrastructure undertakings.
Work on the Dvorecký Bridge, which will in future connect Podolí with Zlíchov, is moving forward swiftly. It can already be crossed on foot, and in the first quarter of 2026 the new bridge will be opened for public transport, cyclists and pedestrians. Full completion, including an information centre and a multifunctional arena with art installations, is planned for autumn 2026.
The Dvorecký Bridge is among the most significant infrastructure projects of the present day. “It will connect Podolí and Smíchov, form part of the tram network, and provide a safe space for pedestrians and cyclists,” emphasised Deputy Mayor Zdeněk Hřib.
From a technical perspective, the project ranks among the most demanding bridge constructions in Prague. The complex reinforced concrete structure, extensive steel reinforcement and the installation of pre-stressed cables posed major challenges for the construction companies. Difficult geological conditions during the foundation works also required a high degree of technical expertise.
Currently, waterproofing works, the laying of tram tracks and the installation of drainage systems are under way. At the same time, an information centre is being built on the Podolí side, while a steel footbridge is being assembled on the Smíchov bank. In total, around 80 workers and 20 engineers are currently involved.
The Dvorecký Bridge was designed by the architectural studios Atelier 6 and Tubes. The white concrete structure draws inspiration from Cubism and Brutalism and is intended to blend harmoniously into its surroundings – much as František Mencl, the architect of the Libeňský Bridge, once sought to achieve with his work.
