Štvanice Footbridge, Pedestrian footbridge between Holešovice and Karlín, Czech Republic
The Štvanice footbridge is a pedestrian bridge with cyclists permitted, linking Karlín, Štvanice Island and Holešovice across the Vltava. Its four continuous spans measure 76, 64, 76 and 84 metres, with 38 metres between Karlín and the island and 149 metres between the island and Holešovice. The structure is built of prestressed UHPC concrete of class C120/140, giving it a minimalist look.
The bridge was constructed between early 2022 and mid-2023 as a solution to improve connections between the two districts. Its opening in July 2023 marked a new step in the city's infrastructure development.
The footbridge replaced the P7 ferry, which ran until the bridge opened on 28 July 2023. It links Karlín, Štvanice Island and Holešovice, and connects to walking and cycling routes such as the Žižkov pedestrian tunnel. The name comes from Štvanice Island, which the bridge crosses.
The footbridge is for pedestrians, with cyclists permitted to ride across. It replaced ferry P7, which ran until the bridge opened on 28 July 2023. Until final approval, organised events such as concerts, marches or races are not allowed on the deck.
The bridge is the 20th Vltava crossing in Prague and replaced the P7 ferry. Its four spans measure 76, 64, 76 and 84 metres, and the deck is made of prestressed UHPC concrete of class C120/140.
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