Brady Public Humanities Archive

Helmut-Zilk Park

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The Helmut-Zilk Park in Vienna, Austria, is a large public park located in the Sonwendviertel urban development area, adjacent to Vienna’s Central Train Station (Hauptbahnhof). It is designed as the green heart of this new residential and mixed-user neighborhood, the park provides much-needed recreational space for residents, visitors, and commuters. Features: - The park covers approximately 7 hectares and offers a diverse landscape, combining lawns, meadows, playgrounds, sports areas, and event spaces. - Modern urban furniture and shaded seating areas were installed to promote comfort and social gathering. - Walking and cycling paths run through the park, connecting surrounding neighborhoods to Vienna’s larger green mobility network. Benefits: - Provides a green oasis in a high-density urban district. - Supports sustainability goals, contributing to improved air quality and urban cooling. - Enhances social cohesion by offering spaces for events, festivals, and casual gatherings.

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Country: Austria Region: Wien
City: Vienna Address: Hlawkagasse 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
Organizers: City of Vienna
Sponsors: City of Vienna
Executors: Municipal Department 42
Tags:
Austria
Wien
Mid-Size
Musical Performance
Park
Green Placemaking

Jennifer Brady 2023