Praha hlavni nadrazi
About
Praha hlavní nádraží, situated in the Vinohrady district, is the crown jewel of Prague’s railway network and the largest train station in the Czech Republic. The original structure dates back to 1871, but the iconic Art Nouveau façade we see today was erected between 1901 and 1909 under the direction of Josef Fanta. The dazzling dome rises 18 m high, adorned with sculptures by Stanislav Sucharda and Ladislav Šaloun that celebrate Czech cities and legends. A coffered ceiling inside the main hall makes the station a breathtaking architectural landmark. Beyond its architectural splendor, the station is a bustling hub that handles more than 53 million passengers a year, including a wide array of local, regional, and international services. From high‑speed Pendolino and EuroCity express trains to S-Bahn and tram lines, most modes of transit converge here, making it a lifeline for commuters and tourists alike. Inside, the underground check‑in hall—completed in 1977 and extensively refurbished in 2011—houses ticket counters, a café, fast‑food stalls, and modern amenities such as lounges and a luggage storage area. The station’s seamless connection to Prague Metro Line C and various bus lines offers passengers effortless transfers across the city. Historically, it served as a gateway for significant cultural moments, most notably during the 1940s when it became the departure point for the personal trains that transported thousands of children to the United Kingdom to escape the Holocaust. Today, the station stands not only as a functional transport hub but also as a living museum of Czech history and engineering.
Highlights
- Art Nouveau Masterpiece
- Historic Dome with Sculptures
- Multimodal Transport Hub
- Museum‑Style Interior
- Iconic Main Hall