Prague Ring Road: Geotechnical Surveys Worth CZK 359 Million Approved

The planned completion of Prague's Inner Ring Road has moved another step closer. The city is allocating nearly CZK 359 million to prepare for the construction of new tunnels.

The City of Prague is pressing ahead with the expansion of the Inner Ring Road (Městský okruh). Prague City Council has approved the awarding of contracts for geotechnical surveys and a structural assessment of surrounding buildings.

The focus is on preparations for three new road tunnels: Bílá skála, Jarovský and Malešický. Before construction of the tunnels themselves can begin, exploratory galleries will first be excavated to examine the geological conditions along the planned routes in greater detail.

Important Step Towards Completing the Ring Road

According to Prague's Deputy Mayor for Transport, Jaromír Beránek, completing the Inner Ring Road is one of the capital's most important transport projects.

The newly approved geotechnical surveys mark the beginning of another important phase of preparation. Detailed information about ground conditions and groundwater levels is needed to ensure the exploratory galleries can be excavated safely.

According to Beránek, construction of the ring road itself is expected to begin during the current electoral term. The current timetable envisages construction starting around 2029.

Two Construction Sections Worth a Total of CZK 359 Million

The public contract is divided into two parts. Around CZK 126.3 million, including VAT, has been allocated for the Pelc/Tyrolka – U Kříže section. Surveys along the Balabenka – Rybníčky section are expected to cost CZK 232.6 million.

In the first section, work will focus on the planned Bílá skála tunnel. In the second section, the future Jarovský and Malešický tunnels will be the main focus.

Surrounding Buildings Will Also Be Examined

The geotechnical surveys are intended not only to provide information about the geological conditions but also to help identify potential impacts of the work on the surrounding area at an early stage.

This includes continuous monitoring of groundwater conditions and a detailed structural assessment of neighbouring buildings that could be affected by the exploratory work.

With the newly awarded contracts, Prague has taken another step towards the long-planned completion of its Inner Ring Road. The project is intended to improve key transport connections in the east and north of the city and reduce pressure on the existing road network.