The unstoppable approach of the 2024 IIHF WM is confirmed by the fact that the organizers took over the keys of the Prague Arena on April 26th and the Prague Fan Guide was published. The 2024 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship Organizing Committee recommends that all fans not drive to the arena area. ”We understand that it may be tempting, but we encourage fans to take advantage of public transportation and avoid attending games in their cars at all costs. In the best-case scenario, you might miss the opening game, but if you get stuck in traffic or can't find a parking spot, you'll end up missing out on the hockey experience.” said Lenka Zhirutova, director of transportation for the 2024 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship.
One of the organizers' priorities is to ensure a smooth and seamless proceeding, thanks to the already announced cooperation with security force partners. “Our officers are responsible for public safety, traffic regulation and visitor safety in Prague.”, says Colonel Josefa Želinková, District Director of Prague 3 Police. Following her words, Brigadier Lukas Prudil, regional director of the capital's Prague Fire and Rescue Service, said:Our primary mission is to ensure the safety of all spectators, participants, and event personnel.Thanks to rigorous training, our team is well prepared for his 2024 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship”
The provision of medical care is guaranteed by the medical rescue service of the capital Prague. ”As with any event of this size, paramedics and medical teams will be directly on-site. They will also have access to a state-of-the-art mobile medical unit that will be able to provide care services to more patients as needed.'' said Petr Kološ, head of medical rescue services in the capital Prague.
Car to P+R parking lot, public transportation to ice hockey game
During the 2024 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, there will be significant traffic restrictions in place around the Prague Arena, with most adjacent streets partially or completely closed to motor vehicles. “If you are traveling by car, we recommend mainly using the park and ride facilities (see list here) here) and continue your journey to the 2024 IIHF WM Hockey Venue using public transportation. Parking around the arena will be severely limited. Buses will also be prohibited from entering the vicinity of the arena.” says Prague 9 Deputy Mayor Adam Vajanski.
What would be the easiest means of transportation? Take the subway.
The operation of metro line B will be improved by introducing an express train between Smíchovské nádraží and Českomoravská stations at specific times on each match day, taking into account the number of matches (2 or 3) on that day. will be strengthened. “We ask all fans to prioritize public transport, especially the metro, to travel to the Prague Arena.” said Lenka Jirutova, head of the Transport Department. The closest station to the venue is Metro B – Ceskomoravska. On May 26, the day of the gold medal match, service will be extended until 1 a.m. on all lines.
Alternatives to trams, trains and buses.
Organizers also encourage the use of tram services. arena revenge Station (daytime – 7, 8, night – 92) or Divadro Gong Station (daytime – 12, 31, night – 94). The 2024 IIHF WM will enhance these services.
accessible by bus Czeskomoravska The station to be relocated is K Moravinje Street during the 2024 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship (Daytime – 151, 152; Nighttime – 375) or Nadraji Ribensh Stations (daytime – 136, 177, 182, 183, 195, night – 913).
If you are coming from a nearby town, you can also take advantage of the train services operated by Czech Railways. The nearest railway station is Prague – Liben (from Hlavní nádraží, Masarykovo nadraží, Smíchov, Hostivař, Holešovice stations) or Prague – Vysocany (From Hlavny Nadrazy and Masarykovo Nadrazy stations)
These measures apply to all business days (Sunday to Monday) from the start of daytime service on Friday, May 10th until the end of nighttime service on Sunday, May 26th, regardless of whether it is a match day or tournament rest day. night). .
Head to the arena or official fan zone without any unnecessary items
Spectators will be allowed into the arena one hour before the opening game, and the fan zone will be open from 2 p.m. until the end of the evening game. The store will open at 11 a.m. on game days. Standard security checks will be carried out before entering Prague Arena and the official fan zone. “To ensure smooth operations, we recommend leaving excess or unnecessary items in storage facilities around the arena. A list of prohibited items is provided on each ticket. ” Miloš Benda, head of the security department, said: Two storage facilities will be located in front of the Universum entrance, one in the usual location in front of the north entrance as during other events, and the last storage facility will be located very close to the subway. Bags larger than 30 x 20 x 10 cm must be kept in a deposit.
Visitors can find comprehensive information about. Event official website. Information for Ostrava will be announced by the organizers on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
Specific transportation options are provided on each service provider's website.
Connection within Prague: https://www.dpp.cz
Train connection: https://www.cd.cz
General transportation browser: https://idos.idnes.cz/vlakyautobusymhdvse/spojeni/
