Park Waltrovka

Park Waltrovka is a modern urban park in Prague's Jinonice district (Prague 5), built on the site of the former Walter aircraft engine factory. Covering roughly 2.7 hectares, it forms the green heart of a larger redevelopment of a former industrial site, blending recreation with references to the area's aviation past.

Where does the name Waltrovka come from?

The name comes from the Walter works, founded in Jinonice in 1913. The factory specialized in producing aircraft engines and grew into one of the more significant manufacturers of its kind in Central Europe. After the Second World War the company was renamed Motorlet and expanded further. Once industrial production on the site ended, the former factory grounds stood largely undeveloped for years before redevelopment began.

How was the site redeveloped?

Roughly 17 hectares of the former factory grounds were transformed into a modern mixed office and residential district in two stages between 2014 and 2019. The project included office complexes named Aviatica, Dynamica and Mechanica, with the park serving as the central green space tying the whole development together. Rather than erasing the site's industrial past, the park's design deliberately references it.

What can visitors see and do in the park?

Park Waltrovka combines recreational space with details that recall the site's former function. Its most distinctive feature is a fountain shaped after the Walter NZ 60 aircraft engine, a direct nod to what the original factory once produced. Younger visitors can enjoy an aviation-themed playground, with elements evoking flight and aircraft. For those looking to stay active, the park includes an outdoor fitness zone with exercise equipment. A natural amphitheater offers space for gatherings, rest, or small outdoor events. A quieter section of the park is planted as a wildflower meadow, designed as a calmer, more natural counterpoint to the surrounding urban development.

Who is this park for?

Park Waltrovka appeals to families with children thanks to its aviation-themed playground, as well as to anyone looking for a quiet break from the city in the wildflower meadow or among the park's greenery. Fitness enthusiasts will find an outdoor exercise area, while visitors interested in industrial and aviation history will appreciate the references to the former Walter factory, especially the engine-shaped fountain. It also makes a pleasant stop while exploring the less touristy but interesting Prague 5 area.

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is Park Waltrovka located? The park is in the Jinonice district within Prague 5, on the grounds of the former Walter aircraft engine factory.

What is the history of the site where the park now stands? The site belonged to the Walter works, founded in 1913 to produce aircraft engines; after the war the factory was renamed Motorlet. Once industrial activity ceased, the area was redeveloped into a modern district between 2014 and 2019.

What makes Park Waltrovka stand out among other Prague parks? Its references to the site's aviation history, including a fountain shaped like the Walter NZ 60 engine and an aviation-themed playground, are details you won't find in other Prague parks.

Is the park suitable for children? Yes, it includes an aviation-themed playground designed for younger visitors.

Can you exercise outdoors in the park? Yes, the park has an outdoor fitness zone with exercise equipment.