New shine for the Wiedner Hauptstraße: tram rolls again!

New shine for the Wiedner Hauptstraße: tram rolls again!

Wiedner Hauptstraße, 1040 Wien, Österreich - For weeks, the Wiedner Hauptstraße has mastered the headlines in Vienna, and for good reason! After months of renovation work that started in April, lines 1, 62 and Badner Bahn have been on the track since Saturday. This official reopening marks an important milestone for the traffic connection in the city center. A total of 1.2 kilometers of tracks have been renewed and partially relocated to use the street space more efficiently and make room for a bike path, reported ORF Vienna .

improved infrastructure for pedestrians and cyclists

The redesign of the Wiedner Hauptstraße not only brings new tracks, but also numerous advantages for all road users. The newly created structurally separate two -way bike path now runs on the left side of the street and improves safety for cyclists. In addition, the tram stops were wider and longer and are now equipped with digital timetables. The station at the Paulanerkirche was moved to optimize the flow of traffic. As the Wiener Linien , the remaining remaining work should not influence.

In addition, numerous measures to promote foot and cycling were implemented. There were better crossing options, additional micro open spaces such as green areas and water features, as well as new drinking fountains. Cozy seating groups are set up at seven locations so that passersby are invited to linger. Shanigies remain while the street level is adapted to improve accessibility. The conversion of the Wiedner Hauptstraße thus shows a clear commitment to climate -friendly mobility and a more livable city.