Historic Legion Train Stops in Prague: A Glimpse into Czechoslovak History

A piece of Czechoslovak history on rails: The historic legion train “Legiovlak” is stopping in Prague until the end of November. The travelling museum offers visitors an insight into the lives and battles of the Czechoslovak legionnaires in Russia between 1918 and 1920.

The historic legion train “Legiovlak” is back in the Czech capital. The Czechoslovak Legionnaire Association (Československá obec legionářská) presents a faithful replica of the trains in which Czechoslovak legionnaires lived and fought during the Russian Civil War.

The exhibition consists of a total of 14 reconstructed railway carriages dating from the period between 1918 and 1920. At that time, the Czechoslovak legions were operating along the Trans-Siberian Railway in Russia. The historic carriages provide an impression of the soldiers' everyday lives and the difficult conditions in which they lived.

Photo: Legio Vlak

The project primarily aims to commemorate the significant role played by the Czechoslovak legionnaires in the founding of Czechoslovakia. At the same time, the exhibition highlights the involvement of Czech and Slovak soldiers alongside the Allies during the Second World War, as well as the current role of the Czech Armed Forces at home and in operations abroad.

Legiovlak in Prague: Three Stops Until the End of November

Until 29 November 2026, the historic train can be visited at three different railway stations in Prague. Admission is free.

• Praha-Horní Počernice railway station: until 19 November 2026

• Praha-Zličín railway station: 20 to 28 November 2026

• Prague Main Railway Station (Praha hlavní nádraží): 29 November 2026
  
  

Photo: Kudy z nudy

Advance booking for guided tours is recommended for school classes and larger organised groups. These tours are conducted by guides wearing historical uniforms and provide additional insights into the history of the Czechoslovak legions.

Further information about the exhibition and the opportunity to register for group tours can be found on the official Legiovlak website.