More Green for Vienna: Redesign of Simmeringer Hauptstraße Starts in Spring

For five years, the entire city has been working under the motto "Out of the Asphalt" to unseal and green areas. In Simmering, things are moving quickly. Recently, Enkplatz was extensively greened and provided with 38 new trees, and last autumn the "entrance" to Simmeringer Hauptstraße was redesigned. Starting in spring 2026, the redesign of Simmeringer Hauptstraße in the approximately 700 m long section between Litfaßstraße and Zippererstraße is planned.

Residents' Wishes Included in Planning

To involve the Simmering population in the project from the beginning, a survey was conducted in the spring. "The evaluation of the survey confirmed the trend: More greenery and places to stay, as well as seating - especially for older residents - are of great importance in Simmering. The concrete result: 84% of the 1,167 participants consider 'more green' to be very important or important. Improving the microclimate with greening measures is therefore a clear mandate for us to meet the wishes of the Simmering residents," said district chairman Thomas Steinhart.

5,500 m² of Gray Replaced by Green

Already in October 2024, the start of the redesign was made at the entrance of Simmeringer Hauptstraße at the level of Litfaßstraße - with four new plane trees, a green area, improvements for the existing trees, as well as benches and a drinking hydrant for hot days.

The next section up to just before Zippererstraße is now underway: As part of the redesign, 52 new trees of different sizes are currently planned. They are intended to continue the characteristic row of plane trees on Simmeringer Hauptstraße and provide valuable shade in the future. Wherever trees cannot be planted due to underlying pipes, the city relies on, for example, high-stem shrubs. In total, around 5,500 m² of asphalt will be unsealed through the innovations. For more biodiversity, freshness, and color in the street space, around 3,500 m² of green beds are planned.

A More Attractive Simmeringer Hauptstraße for Pedestrians

The section of Simmeringer Hauptstraße is not only to be designed greener, shadier, and more attractive, but also to be better utilized overall - especially for those on foot. In the future, there will be around 30 new seating options for resting. There will also be drinking fountains and water elements that, together with the generous greenery, will ensure a better microclimate. Additionally, there will be bright paving for the walking areas to prevent them from heating up too much.

The design of the street space will ensure pleasant division, good sightlines, and improved visual connections at intersections. In some places, the sidewalks will be made wider to create more space for walking. Furthermore, pedestrian crossings will be made safer and barrier-free, and stops will be improved.

Info Exhibition on October 1

Residents and interested parties are invited to view the planning status and provide feedback on October 1, 2025, in the festival hall of the district administration at Enkplatz. The exhibition is open from 5 to 7 PM.

"With the info exhibition in the district administration, we present the drafts to all interested parties. The planning team and we are available for discussions. Feedback from the exhibition will also be recorded and examined for possible implementation," said Steinhart.

Work Expected to Start in Spring 2026

The start of construction work for the redesign is scheduled for spring 2026, with completion expected by summer 2027. Details of the renovation measures will be provided in due time.

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