Giessen shines after 20 years: new paths, new problems!

Giessen shines after 20 years: new paths, new problems!

After an impressive construction period of just seven months, the urban redevelopment in Giessen has now been completed. On St. Nicholas Day, Mühlstrasse and Tiefenweg were officially opened to traffic. Mayor Alexander Wright spoke of a great success after the city invested around twelve million euros in the redesign. This extensive measure aims to noticeably increase the quality of life in Giessen, especially for pedestrians. The new, wider sidewalks are primarily intended to promote pedestrian traffic, which also takes into account the increased pedal traffic in the region the Gießener Allgemeine reported.

Parking illegally despite new regulations

Despite these positive changes, there are already challenges. At the opening, the first illegal parking was spotted, abusing the new, wide sidewalks, while Mühlstrasse is now a one-way street. According to Wright, it was also a goal to design the city to meet the needs of modern mobility. Curbs have been lowered and tactile orientation aids have been integrated, particularly for people with walking difficulties, in order to improve safety and accessibility, which is also supported by the Gießener Anzeiger is highlighted.

The construction work, which began on May 15, 2024, included the complete renovation of Tiefenweg and Mühlstraße, which should now give equal consideration to all road users. The fortification highlights the city's progress over the last two decades, with these current changes being part of a larger redevelopment project that has been underway since 2005. These new changes will contribute to the upgrading of Giessen's city center and create a welcoming atmosphere that attracts both local citizens and visitors.