Skatepark in Bregenz: Safe space for young people in danger?

Skatepark in Bregenz: Safe space for young people in danger?

in Bregenz is bubbling: The popular skate park at the former coache focuses on hot discussions about its future. According to Vol.at there are considerations to shift the skate park to the roof of a planned high-rise. In order to express their worries, the skaters gathered on Saturday for a meeting in which co-initiator Dave Bischofberger made it clear that the skate park is an indispensable meeting point for the youth. "The park is there, it is used and it works - we cannot be banished on a parking deck," says his combative words.

The topic is particularly explosive in the current campaign phase: Mayor candidates such as Roland Breakfast (ÖVP) and Michael Ritsch (SPÖ) also visited the park to get an impression. While breakfast is campaigning against a laying and says that the place stays where it is, Ritsch described the rumors about a closure as "fake news". He confirmed that there are considerations for a combination of a skate park, youth facility and high garage, but there are no fixed plans. "If the young people reject the proposal, it will not be implemented," assured Ritsch.

popular meeting point for many

The skate park, located at the address in Badgässele, 6900 Bregenz, attracts not only skaters, but also families. With an excellent rating of 4.5/5 on Google My Business, the park enjoys an excellent reputation. It offers a variety of ramps, half pipes and other obstacles for all levels - from beginners to professionals. The barrier -free design of the park, including a wheelchair -friendly at the beginning, also makes it an inclusive place for all visitors.

Visitors and citizens agree: The Bregenz Skate Park must not be lost in its modern form. The political debates will certainly gain intensity until the municipal council election on March 16, since the future of this popular meeting point is at stake. The clear message of young people and families is: "We want the skate park as it is!"