Ulm plans ticket -free Saturday: a liberation for trade?

Ulm plans ticket -free Saturday: a liberation for trade?

In Ulm, there are some changes in the house that could shape the cityscape and the shopping habits of the citizens. From 2026, the pedestrian zone between the train station and the Münster will be redesigned, which is why the city will also expect construction sites in the coming years. These renovation work could be a challenge for inner -city trade and gastronomy, precisely due to the current construction sites on the B10 around the Blaubeurer Tor, which already lead to traffic jams, such as Schwäbische berichtet.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK) in Ulm expresses concerned voices and warns of an impending "image of inaccessibility". The entrepreneurs fear that customers could seek alternative shopping destinations, which could be existentially relevant for many companies. In order to counteract this, the IHK calls for an overall concept to increase the frequency in the city center. There are particularly comprehensive marketing measures and the idea of ​​a ticket-free Saturday in the focus, the Augsburger General detailed addressed.

Ticket -free Saturday as a solution?

The proposed ticket -free Saturday for public transport is considered by the IHK as a sustainable investment in the attractiveness of the city center. In particular, the use of park-and-ride parking spaces should be promoted and the offer in the surrounding area is better marketed. The idea is to create an uncomplicated and easy -to -understand system that makes it easier for customers access to the city. The return to such an offer can be oriented to the introduction of a free public transport on Saturdays during the major construction sites in the Sedelhöfe and at the train station, which were carried out from 2020 to 2021 and cost around two million euros.

The Mayor of Ulm Martin Ansbacher supports the idea of ​​ticket -free Saturday, even if the decision of the local council is considered rather unlikely before the summer break, especially in view of the tense budget situation of the city.

redesign of the pedestrian zone

The redesign of the pedestrian zone is seen as an opportunity to improve the shopping experience for citizens and increase the quality of life. Pedestrian zones are a popular concept in many European cities that not only promotes pedestrian traffic, but also ensures an appealing and inviting atmosphere. They offer a safe space for strolling and shopping and can contribute to the economic development of retail, which use your place clearly illustrated.

The coming years in Ulm could bring exciting changes and challenges. It remains to be seen whether these developments will actually lead to a frequency increase and the city center remains attractive for customers. One thing is certain that the discussion about the ticket -free Saturday is just the beginning of a major change that could shape the Ulm city landscape.