Wiener Stadtgartl: Green paradise for all garden fans is starting now!

Wiener Stadtgartl: Green paradise for all garden fans is starting now!

A new pilot project called "Wiener Stadtgartl" gives the residents of Vienna the opportunity to rent their own garden parcels. From now on, interested people can rent areas in the Floridsdorf and Donaustadt districts. This initiative aims to transform unused areas into green oases and enable access to green spaces for more people. According to vienna.at The plots consist of two locations: Julius-Ficker-Straße in Floridsdorf and Biberhaufweg in Donaustadt.

A total of 49 plots are available that have sizes from 70 to 110 square meters and are separated from natural hedges. Each plot is equipped with a pergola and no development beyond it is necessary. The rents are between 430 and 460 euros annually, although the price in Floridsdorf is 430 euros for 31 plots, while in Donaustadt 18 plots are available for 460 euros per year. The city of Vienna also ensures the community infrastructure that includes toilets, cooking facilities as well as water and power connections.

Details on the project and registration

The application for the garden parcels is now possible. The prerequisite for this is a registration address in Vienna. As 1000things.at , the registration period ends on April 20, 2025.

The concept not only offers hanging strings for relaxation and leisure, but also promotes lively coexistence through common areas. Such projects are increasingly important in urban environments, since they not only strengthen social cohesion, but also offer ecological advantages. According to the Institute for Ecological Economic Research (IÖW), community gardens are of great relevance to cities worth living. A recent study shows that 20% of city dwellers regularly visit community gardens and want 73% new gardens in their area, so Stadtundgruen.de .

The garden projects initiated by the City of Vienna are examples of innovative approaches to use city areas sustainably and to improve the quality of life of the residents. Due to the strategic integration of such community gardens in urban development, another step towards a greener and more livable city is taken.