Rámová Street
Rámová Street is located in the heart of the Old Town of Prague and forms a direct link between Long street in the south and Haštalská in the north. At first glance, it acts as an inconspicuous passageway, but its name and the building are indicative of an ancient craft environment that has shaped the neighborhood for centuries.
The street name has two possible explanations. This points more directly to the Blue Frame house on number 4, whose name is probably reflected in the street name. The second option is older and connects the name with the frames used by the weavers to tighten and dry the skirt. The Soukenický cím has been in Prague since 1340 and the Soukenická Street, which is connected to the Dlouhou from the eastern side, has been documented in Prague since the 15th century. The name Rámová itself then settled in written sources in the middle of the 18th century.
Street construction is colorful. Right on number 1 offers fruits and vegetables Frutapura. On the corner with the Longou is the House U Dvou of Gold Corners (No. 2 / Long 21), the house is further housed by Qubus Design Studio (No. 3), which brings to the historic alley contemporary design. The central dominant is the Blue Frame House at number 4, whose name is defined by the whole street, and the bar restaurant at number 5. The street on the Hashtalska side closes the town house on number 8.
Special attention deserves to be paid to the House of Carnival at number 6, sharing an address with Long 25. In its premises, the Foundation manages the Czech Baroque Gallery Lapidarium, which exhibits sculptures of Czech Baroque artists and complements them with contemporary art. This is a living cultural space planted in an authentic old-town house - not just a stone depository.
For a visitor coming from busy Long is Rámová a pleasant calming. It does not offer a fancy facade or a magnificent square, but it shows the sober face of the township's Old Town with houses bearing historical names. The Lapidarium Gallery is worth a stop in itself: Baroque sculpture in the authentic setting of the Old Town alley is still rare in Prague.
Then and now
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Now
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Historical milestones
- Around 1340
- The documented existence of a soukenic guild in Prague, which affected the street name.
- 15th Century
- The soukenice street (connected to the Dlouhou) is documented in writing.
- 1750
- The street name Rámová has settled in written sources.
- 18.-19th century
- The development and development of a building street with typical townhouses.
- 20th century
- Establishment of the Lapidarium Gallery in the House of the Crows (No. 6).
Architectural development
The castle was built in Gothic style at the end of the 13th century.
Historical events
- 1250
- Foundation of the castle of the Crossroads of the Order of St. Cyril and Methodius
Owners
Cross-country order
Points of interest
- The name of the street Rámová probably comes from the house U Blue Frame on number 4.
- The name may also be related to the frames used by the wearer to tighten and dry the skirt.
- The Soukenický cím in Prague has been documented since 1340.
- The Lapidarium Gallery in the House of Krkavci (no. 6) exhibits Baroque sculptures of Czech artists and contemporary art.
- The street offers an authentic environment of old-town houses with historical names.
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Rámová is a short street in the Old Town of Prague. It connects Dlouhá Street with Haštalská Street and has borne its present name since the middle of the eighteenth century.
The origin of the name is explained in two ways. According to the first interpretation, the street is named after the house U Modrého rámce, which stands at number four. The second interpretation connects it with frames that were used by cloth makers here. This craft had a long tradition in this place. Cloth makers had their guild in Prague as early as thirteen forty, and they are also recalled by Soukenická Street. This street connects to Dlouhá Street in the east and has existed since the fifteenth century.
Several houses on Rámová Street have their own names. On the corner with Dlouhá Street stands the house U Dvou zlatých rohů with number two. Further on is the aforementioned house U Modrého rámce and at number six the house U Krkavců, which also borders on Dlouhá Street. At the opposite end, on the corner with Haštalská, stands a civic house with number eight.
At number six is located the Lapidárium gallery, which is run by the Czech Baroque Foundation. It exhibits sculptures by Czech Baroque artists and alongside them also contemporary art.
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Where is the monument?
Location: Staré Město, Hlavní město Praha. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
For kids
Imagine going back to the past to the Middle Ages, when Castle Rámová was a real kingdom. How did it look here? Who lived here? What happened here?
It was a castle full of life and struggle. There were soldiers on his walls protecting the country from its enemies. In the halls and chambers, there were gentlemen and women who ruled over this kingdom. Among them was a priest who served in the chapel of St. John Nepomuk.
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1. Rámová - * Memorial and former prison * Start with Ram, unique monuments associated with Czech history and resistance. Its walls bear traces of war events and still seem mysterious. The inner spaces offer a view of the period architecture and exhibition of resistance.
2. Long street - * Historical commercial street * Go to Long street, where there are many protected houses and shops. This street is one of the oldest in Prague and offers an authentic atmosphere of medieval and Renaissance life.
3. Haštalská street - * Cultural and historical artery * Continue on Haštalská Street, which connects Staré Město to New Town. Its name refers to the medieval trade of hash trees (shovels) and today you will find restaurants, cafés and cultural facilities.
4. Lapidarium Gallery - * Art Gems * Close your visit to the Lapidarium Gallery, where you can get acquainted with Baroque sculptures of Czech masters and contemporary art. The exhibition offers not only works of art but also historical contexts.
Seasonal recommendations
Spring In Frasov, where ancient stone houses and narrow streets intersect with a calm atmosphere of Prague suburb, spring brings a unique harmony of light and nature. After rainy days, the streets turn into green corridors, where sun rays are reflected on the facades of houses and shadows create a light game that highlights medieval details. In parks and gardens around the monument, apple trees begin to bloom, whose fragrance is mixed with the scent of a wet ground. The morning fog is also specific, which often rolls around the streets in spring months and gives the place a mysterious, almost fairy-tale mood. It is recommended to visit the memory early in the morning when the air is fresh and the crowd is minimal - ideal time is between 9 and 11 o'clock. Clothes should be layered: the spring sun may be direct, but evenings are usually cold. Avoid visiting during a period of heavy rains, when some older parts of the monument may be less accessible.
Summer Summer offers not only warm sunny days, but also an opportunity to explore the memory in pleasant, but not too hot weather, typical of Prague suburb. In the main summer season, the streets are filled with life - local shops and cafés are attracted to terraces where you can taste fresh tea or ice cream. The evening lighting is also specific, when historical facades are projected into the light of street lamps and create a pleasant atmosphere for evening walks. It is recommended to arrive early in the morning, no later than 10 o'clock to avoid crowds of tourists gathering at noon at the most famous sights. Clothes should be easy, but with the possibility to hide from any Prague exaggeration - it is recommended to wear sunglasses and a hat. In the summer months, the monument is open longer, but some minor exposures may have limited access due to high traffic.
Autumn Autumn in Frav brings unique colour, when leaves on old trees turn into golden and red shades that are reflected in the windows of historic houses. The atmosphere is calm and nostalgic, where the local streets are emptied and the monument becomes intimate. The morning and afternoon light is also specific, which creates long shadows and gives place a dramatic character. In this period there is also the opportunity to experience the Frame in advent time, when the streets are decorated with candlesticks and Christmas decorations are starting to appear since November. It is recommended to visit the memory in the morning when the air is clean and the temperature is pleasant - ideal time is between 10 and 13 o'clock. Clothes should be warm, but not too heavy, because autumn weather changes quickly. Avoid visiting in a period of strong winds, when some older parts of the monument may be less stable.
Winter Winter Frarovo is like a fairy tale - white roofs of houses, frozen windows and streets covered with thin ice create a magical atmosphere that strengthens Christmas decorations and lights. Specific is also the short daylight that gives the monument a mysterious, intimate touch, especially in the afternoon, when the sun boils down at a low angle and illuminates historical details. In winter the monument is open with limited capacity and therefore it is recommended to visit it in the morning, preferably between 11 and 13 o'clock when the most light is. Clothes should be warm and laminated - temperatures often fall below the freezing point, and winds from the south can be penetrating. Avoid visiting during a period of severe snowstorms, when some roads can be difficult to pass. In winter, it is also possible to experience Rárov in peace, when the local streets are emptying and the monument takes up the historic atmosphere.
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