Viennese lines start construction work: U3 station Gasometer becomes barrier-free!

Viennese lines start construction work: U3 station Gasometer becomes barrier-free!

The Viennese lines continue their modernization projects to improve accessibility in public transport. The focus is on the Gasometer U3 station, where comprehensive construction work will begin from April 2025. This includes the construction of two new barrier -free rices and the equipment of both platforms with additional stairs and lifts. These measures are part of a larger plan to improve the connection for the urban area of Erdberger Corn and should be implemented by 2027, even if access via Medwedweg and the Nussbaumallee is also enabled. [vienna.at] reports that these steps contribute to strengthening the public connection in a growing urban environment.

The investment in a modern public infrastructure is not only necessary to meet the requirements of a growing city, but also to meet the needs of all citizens. Particular attention is paid to accessibility. According to the Viennese lines, the continuous improvement of the accessibility of vehicles, stations and control systems is crucial for the social participation of people who rely on permanent mobility aids.

award for accessibility

in autumn 2024 Vienna was awarded the EU Access City Award for his progress in accessibility. This recognition underlines the commitment of the Viennese lines to increase accessibility in public transport. Such an award also provides impulses for further developments in the area of accessibility, which is considered a quality feature in public transport. This applies in particular to people with disabilities and mobility restrictions, for whom access to public transport is essential. [wienerlinien.at]

The legal freedom for accessibility was strengthened by the “Law for Equality Disabled People (BGG)”, which came into force in 2002. This law has resulted in important changes in local public transport and other transport companies that are intended to promote better accessibility. In the context of accessibility, which is also intended in Vienna, the Passenger Transport Act aims to guarantee complete accessibility in public transport by 01.01.2022. In addition, local transport plans will have to take into account the concerns of mobility or sensory people in the future. [bmdv.bund.de]

Vienna shows that an advanced and inclusive public transport is necessary. The ongoing measures and previous successes are a step in the right direction to improve mobility opportunities for all population groups.