Českomoravská metro station reopens with modern design and silent escalators

Prague commuters can finally return to the Českomoravská metro station on Line B, which officially reopened Friday morning after a year-long closure.

The station underwent a total reconstruction that replaced its aging 1990s interior with contemporary glass art and more efficient technology.

The timing of the reopening is critical for the city's transport network. Officials expect a massive influx of passengers starting next week as the nearby O2 Arena prepares to host the World Figure Skating Championships.

The station serves as the primary transit point for the arena, making its accessibility vital for the thousands of international fans arriving in the capital, reports Metro.cz.

The most striking change is the visual overhaul of the platform. The traditional white ceramic tiles have been replaced by durable glass panels designed by artist Maxim Velčovský and the studio edit! architects. These panels feature a "bubble" or "droplet" texture pressed into the glass.

While the original design called for transparency, the final installation features a black background to meet technical requirements from the Prague Public Transport Company (DPP).

Technical upgrades are equally significant for daily commuters. The original Soviet-era escalators, known for their noise and high energy consumption, have been replaced by modern units manufactured by the German company TKE.

Passengers will notice these new stairs are considerably quieter, though slightly slower than the previous models.

The modernization extended to the surface vestibule on Drahobejlova Street.

However, despite the comprehensive aesthetic and mechanical refresh, the station still lacks an elevator for direct platform access.

DPP officials stated that while the intention is to make the station fully barrier-free, a specific timeline for elevator installation remains uncertain.

The project is currently dependent on finalizing technical documentation, completing a contractor competition, and reaching agreements with local developers.

"Construction should not interfere with the operation of the station," DPP noted, adding that only local interventions will be required once work begins.

For now, the reopening restores a vital link for residents in Prague 9, just in time for one of the city's biggest sporting events of the year.