Experts have begun to examine the condition of Prague's Hlávka Bridge

The Hlávka Bridge has long been in poor condition. However, it is currently unclear when and how its reconstruction will begin. Prague also has issues with other bridges; last December, a footbridge in Troja collapsed.

"The diagnostics will determine the condition of the bridge, but it cannot solve how to repair it. Load testing should also be conducted by the end of the year," said Dolínek.

The city is preparing a method for the reconstruction of the bridge. However, potential work procedures are complicated by the fact that the bridge is a protected monument. Therefore, the city must consult all intended interventions with heritage conservationists. If Prague wanted to remove the heritage protection, it would take several years.

The original construction of the Hlávka Bridge dates back to 1914, and a new one was added in the 1960s.

Prague has long-standing issues with the condition of its bridges. At the beginning of last December, a pedestrian bridge between Císařský Island and Troja collapsed. Four people were injured in the accident. Prague is currently also addressing the repair of the Libeň Bridge, which was closed to car and public transport traffic at the beginning of this year and had to be propped up. The Palacký Bridge is also in poor condition, and Prague is planning repairs for the Barrandov Bridge.