Ústřední dílny Dopravního podniku, Public transport workshop in Hostivař, Prague 10, Czech Republic
The Ústřední dílny Dopravního podniku is the central maintenance facility for Prague's public transport system, spanning multiple districts. It services and repairs trams and metro vehicles to keep the city's daily transport operations running.
The facility opened in 1968, replacing the older Rustonka workshop and representing a major upgrade for Prague's transport system. This move enabled more advanced maintenance techniques for the city's expanding fleet of trams and metro vehicles.
The workshops open their doors on special occasions so visitors can watch maintenance teams service trams and metro cars. These events show how the city keeps its transport running smoothly and connect residents to daily transit operations.
The facility connects directly to the tram network with a dedicated terminal loop, making it easy to reach by public transport. Daytime visitors can use tram line 16 to get there, while nighttime service is handled by line 95.
The complex includes specialized sections for T3 tram modernization projects, where older vehicles are transformed into updated T3R.P models. This upgrading process gives tested designs new technology while extending their useful life on the tracks.
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