Morávkův park

Morávkův park is a small park in Prague's Dejvice district (Prague 6), sitting alongside Milady Horákové street, just before the underpass leading toward the Prašný most stop. The park commemorates Captain Václav Morávek, one of the last surviving members of the Czech wartime resistance cell known as the "Three Kings" group.

Where exactly is the park located?

The green space occupies what used to be a closed-off, contaminated plot south of Milady Horákové street, near the junction leading to the Blanka tunnel and the Prašný most transit hub. After the site was cleaned up, it was transformed into a grassy area with walking paths, roughly eighty newly planted trees, a fountain, and benches. Several spots inside the park offer a clear view toward Prague Castle and Hradčany.

Why is the park named after Morávek?

Captain Václav Morávek was killed in the northern section of the park, behind the underpass, on 21 March 1942, while being pursued by German occupation forces. He was one of the last living members of the "Three Kings," a resistance network that cooperated with the Czechoslovak government-in-exile in London and helped organize underground resistance across the occupied Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia. A memorial now stands at the site of his death, and commemorative ceremonies are held there every year on the anniversary.

Why was the park split into two parts?

Over time, the green area was divided into two sections. The northern part kept its original name and role as a memorial site for Morávek. The southern part, closer to the district center, was renamed Marie Terezie Park, following plans to erect a monument to Empress Maria Theresa there. That decision proved controversial among some Prague 6 residents, who argued that honoring a Habsburg ruler right next to a memorial for an anti-Nazi resistance hero was inappropriate, and a petition was raised against the move.

What can visitors do in the park?

Morávkův park functions mainly as a local green pocket for Dejvice residents — a place to walk, sit on a bench, or take a short break between tram or bus connections. It is not a large tourist park with extensive facilities, but rather a modest space that combines recreation with a quiet piece of local history. The fountain and tree cover give it welcome shade in summer, offering a break from traffic on the nearby main road.

How do you get to the park?

The park sits right next to the Prašný most transit node, served by tram and bus lines running toward central Prague and Prague-Ruzyně Airport. That makes it easy to reach both for Dejvice residents and for anyone passing through this part of Prague 6, though the park itself is rarely a standalone tourist destination — most visitors come across it while traveling through the area.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Václav Morávek? A Czechoslovak army captain and resistance fighter, one of the last members of the "Three Kings" group, killed on this spot in 1942 during the German occupation.

Does the park have another name? The southern part is now called Marie Terezie Park, while the northern part retains the original name Morávkův park.

Is there a memorial in the park? Yes, the northern section holds a memorial marking the exact spot where Václav Morávek was killed.

How do I get there? The easiest way is by public transport to the Prašný most stop in Prague 6, right next to the park.

Is it worth visiting with children? The park offers grassy lawns, benches, and shade from mature trees, making it a pleasant spot for a short rest, though it has no dedicated playground.