Greening offensive in Mariahilf: Air quality is finally getting better!

Greening offensive in Mariahilf: Air quality is finally getting better!

Linke Wienzeile, 1060 Wien, Österreich - A fresh wind moves through the 6th district of Mariahilf! As part of the greening offensive on the left Wienzeile, the last stage is now started, which should make the district even more livable. Since July 1, 2025, the project "Get out of the asphalt", which will provide more green and cooler air in this section between the Reinprechtsdorfer Brücke and the Neville Bridge. In the coming weeks, a total of 14 new trees, including column bladder trees, planted and colorful flower beds with lavender, catnip and red tulips will be created here. This increases the quality of stay in the area significantly, especially during the hot summer days, such as [press.wien.gv.at] (https://presse.gv.at/presse/2025/30/linke-wienzeile-fuen-begruenungen-begruungen-tappe start)

The measures are part of an extensive plan to improve the microclimate in urban areas. The first four phases of the project have already shown impressive results: A total of 43 newly planted trees, 22 column bladder trees and a greening of the Vienna river wall with climbing plants could be achieved. These measures make a decisive contribution to alleviating the urban heat of heat and making urban green areas more attractive. Because as greenkama.org illustrates, plants act as natural air filters that absorb pollutants and improve air quality.

quality of life in focus

Deputy Deputy Deputy Julia Lessacher emphasizes that the redesign not only offer a green retreat, but also increase the mental well-being of the residents. The planned two new retreats include the Barbara Prammer Park with 14 new trees and an area of ​​600 square meters as well as a spacious green area of ​​6,300 square meters on the former Naschmarkt parking lot. These new oases of calm will offer people in the area a welcome break from the hectic city life.

The improvement of the microclimate and air quality are also in conjunction with the reduction of the need for air conditioning in the surrounding buildings. Over the years, more than 3,300 new street trees have been planted and more than 85,000 square meters of sealed areas have been greened, which makes the overall project an impressive record in the greening of the city. The transformation along 1.2 kilometers of the left Wienzeile should be completed by the end of September and are made accessible to all citizens with the help of an interactive card on www.wienwow.at.

traffic and quality of stay

In the coming weeks, motorized traffic in this area will have to make use of a lane during construction work, whereby the footpaths are accessible throughout. This gives residents the opportunity to experience the progress on site directly, while at the same time they can cover their daily paths unhindered. It becomes clear that a continuous greening not only beautifies the cityscape, but also increases the attractiveness of the district and thus also increases the property value. Thus, projects like this are a future -oriented step towards a 'more livable climate pattern city' that promotes sustainable traffic concepts.