Former Barracks of the 62nd Motor Rifle Regiment, Former military barracks in Prachatice, Czech Republic.
The former barracks of the 62nd Motor Rifle Regiment comprises multiple buildings that once housed soldiers and military equipment until 1991. The complex sits along Kasarenska street and includes residential, storage, and administrative structures arranged in the typical layout of a Soviet military garrison.
The regiment was established in October 1958 and operated until November 1991 with three motor rifle battalions and one tank battalion. The site was a key element of Soviet military presence in Czechoslovakia during the Cold War and remained active through the transition period following 1989.
The site was a visible part of daily life in Prachatice for generations, with military personnel regularly seen in town and participating in local events. This presence shaped how residents viewed their community as a garrison town.
The site is located on Kasarenska street in South Bohemia and can be reached on foot or by car. Visitors should note that some buildings may now be in private use or restricted, so it is worth checking access possibilities before visiting or exploring the outer areas of the complex.
From 1961 to 1964, the regiment housed a specialized airborne unit that trained at a dedicated facility within the garrison structure. This elite group set the site apart from typical barracks and made it notable in the regional military landscape.
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