The Folimanka cover is open to the public again. Inspections take place once a month Prague 2 | From the region Pražská Drbna
The largest underground building in the territory of Prague 2 is reopening to the public. People will be able to see the Folimanka bunker for free once a month, on Saturdays from 9 am to 3 pm.
Wheelchair users will not get through without problems
Reservations for the shelter are not required and, thanks to barrier-free adaptations, it can also be visited by children and wheelchair users. “There has been great interest in a tour of the largest underground structure in Prague 2 in recent years. The bunker was dozens of cases of the current regime undercover for endangering Praguers, such as dangerous chemicals. “ the second city district said in a press release.
An underground bunker was built at the turn of the 1950s and 1960s in Pod Karlovem Street. It is protected by armored doors, has its own wells and a functional electric unit with an output of 30 kW. The cover is illuminated, heated and oxygenated by so-called overpressure. With a capacity for 1,300 people, it ranks among the ten largest in the metropolis.
An exhibition and photographs are ready
Under the previous regime, it was inaccessible, but today those interested can walk the entire area of 1332 square meters. They will also see an exhibition of photographs reminiscent of other Prague bunkers. It is also possible to book guided tours for groups.
Inspection dates in 2022: April 23, May 14, June 18, July 9, August 13, September 17, October 15, November 19 and December 17.
The main entrance to the Folimanka shelter is in Pod Karlovem Street, opposite house number 2. Trams 6 and 11 go to the place and get off at the Nuselské schody or Pod Karlovem stop.