A new public park is being created in Prague’s Karlov, transforming an overlooked passageway into a green space for walking, relaxation and views of the city.

The Karlovská předmostí park will officially open on July 23 and will become part of a planned pedestrian promenade connecting Karlov, Albertov and Větrov.

The area between Horská Street and the New Town walls currently serves mainly as a route for people passing through, but the redevelopment aims to turn it into a place where visitors can stop and spend time.

The project includes new greenery, walking paths, benches and seating areas built along the historic walls. A new public artwork, titled Zpřítomnění (Making Present), will also become part of the park after being selected through an architectural competition.

The bronze sculpture, created by Jan Darks and David Velík, recalls the former children’s hospital in Karlov, which was demolished in 1971 to make way for the construction of the Nusle Bridge.

The renovation has included repairs to the existing walls, replacement of staircases and cleaning nearby structures from graffiti. The park’s paths have received new surfaces made from hammered and chipped paving, while the original street furniture has been replaced with new benches and seating elements.

The project also focuses on improving the surrounding landscape. New trees and plants have been added, entrances to the park have been redesigned to make them easier to recognize, and noise barriers have been installed along the nearby road. A new lawn and meadow area will provide additional space for visitors.

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