Ztracenka Park

Once a neglected and overgrown area, today, with the elegance of Italian gardens, this location brings a smile to every visitor’s face. Ztracenka Park has truly lived up to its name for much of its history. The original vineyards beneath Karlov disappeared during the Thirty Years’ War, after which the place was transformed into city gardens, still very impenetrable. During socialism, Ztracenka was used as a playground. Still, over time, it fell back into neglect, turning into an unkempt slope full of lush vegetation and becoming a common refuge for the homeless.

In 2010, the park underwent extensive reconstruction under the guidance of architect Michal Gavlas, transforming it beyond recognition. Today, the garden features several terraces with viewpoints. One of these terraces is home to the Memorial to the Victims of Two Totalitarian Regimes, composed of three stone blocks created by artists Ondřej Tuček and Ladislav Sorokáč. The ubiquitous brick walls surrounding the benches are inspired by nearby New Town bastions and connect in many places to historic masonry.

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The park is located near the Baroque fortifications, which underwent significant transformation. The Bastion U Božích muk was thoroughly revitalized between 2010 and 2011 under the leadership of the MCA atelier, and the authors received the highest award, the Grand Prix of Architects, for its restoration. In addition to great architecture and specialities from a new restaurant, the park offers what are likely the most beautiful sunsets over Vyšehrad.
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Entrance from Horská Street, Studničkova Street, Albertova Street or the Great Albertova Steps
Entrance from Horská Street, Studničkova Street, Albertova Street or the Great Albertova Steps

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