Metropolis' summer avenues in 2025: recreation ground and pedestrian zone
In the heart of Munich, the district of Sendling is set to undergo a transformation this July, as Schöttlstraße and Gotzinger Platz join the ranks of traffic-calmed areas. The Mobility and Building Departments in Munich are working together to create a more inviting and pedestrian-friendly environment, starting from the 14th and 15th of July respectively.
These streets, once bustling with traffic, will now be adorned with flowers, palm trees, and seating areas, inviting residents to enjoy a more relaxed and vibrant atmosphere. The Mobility Department is supporting these initiatives, aiming to encourage the alternative use of the streetscape and reduce traffic in the area.
The transformation of Schöttlstraße and Gotzinger Platz is part of a wider movement in Munich, with the first pilot project for traffic-calmed streets taking place in 2019. Since then, these streets have become a popular attraction, drawing residents and visitors alike to enjoy the revitalised neighbourhoods.
Residents are not only benefiting from the improved surroundings, but also have the opportunity to organise their own events on these summer streets. The Neighborhood Festival, for example, will take place on Schöttlstraße on the 22nd of July from 4 pm, and on Gotzinger Platz on the 25th of July from the same time.
The district committee in Sendling has carefully selected the street sections for traffic calming, with the aim of creating a more liveable and enjoyable environment for local residents. The Mobility Department is providing support for these initiatives, ensuring a smooth transition to the new traffic-calmed areas.
As the summer approaches, the traffic-calmed streets of Sendling are set to become a hub of activity, offering a fresh and inviting space for the community to come together and enjoy the warm weather. For those interested in learning more about traffic-calmed streets in Munich, local city government websites and recent news sources focused on urban planning or community initiatives are excellent resources.
The traffic-calmed streets of Schöttlstraße and Gotzinger Platz, once bustling with traffic, will now be transformed into an outdoor-living oasis, integrateing home-and-garden elements such as flowers, palm trees, and seating areas for a more relaxing and vibrant lifestyle. This transformation follows the city's wider movement towards improving liveability and creating pedestrian-friendly environments, offering residents a place to unwind and gather during the summer months.
