The reconstruction of Vršovický Castle has been completed, the town hall is taking over the building

Prague - The reconstruction of the old Vršovice town hall, or Vršovický zámeček, in Prague 10 is nearing completion. The town hall is now taking over the construction, and the last minor works are being completed. In the coming months, the building, which will primarily become a senior residence, will be furnished with furniture. The first retirees are expected to move into the building around March. However, as early as the beginning of the year, weddings could take place in the newly renovated landmark of Vršovice. This was stated today by the mayor of Prague 10, Bohumil Zoufalík (Keep Your Head Up).
    The reconstruction began in 2010 after several years of postponement during which the future of the building was considered. During the renovation, internal spaces were modified, a new wing was added to the building, and the surrounding park received a new look. The municipal district paid 238 million crowns for the construction excluding VAT, said Zoufalík.
    The former town hall will primarily serve as a retirement home with about 75 beds. Part of it will be designated for still active seniors, while another part will cater for older individuals who require more intensive care. They will have access to modern social facilities, a kitchenette on each floor, and an attic common room. The accommodation price will be set to ensure it is affordable for ordinary residents of Prague 10. For this reason, the town hall will have to subsidize the operation of the home.
    The historical building will also be used for weddings. A new ceremonial hall has been created on the ground floor, featuring a special glass sculpture that will be illuminated according to the wishes of the wedding guests. According to the mayor, the computer can program up to 1000 color shades. In the summer, weddings may be held in a new outdoor gazebo with a view of Vinohrady.
    The mayor hopes that the renovated town hall, also nicknamed Vršovický zámeček or Rangherka, will become a new center of Vršovice. "I would like it to be the Hradčany of Vršovice," he noted. A special light, which will be placed in the turret, will also highlight the building's dominant feature. It will be turned on for special occasions.
    The building is located on the site of the original Štočkovská vineyard near the Špendlikářka estate. In 1776, Italian silk merchant Josef Rangheri settled in Vršovice, advocating for the cultivation of mulberry trees in Prague. After 1842, his son Jiří had a lavish two-story building with prismatic towers constructed here. The building was used for silk production and drying silkworm cocoons. A mulberry orchard was established near the buildings. The Rangheri family owned the complex until 1882, when it was purchased by the municipality of Vršovice.