Esslingen plans spectacular marketplace for city anniversary 2027!

Esslingen plant einen neuen Marktplatz bis 2027, der klimafreundlicher gestaltet wird und Platz für Veranstaltungen bietet.
Esslingen plans a new marketplace by 2027, which will be designed more climate -friendly and offers space for events. (Symbolbild/MBW)

Esslingen plans spectacular marketplace for city anniversary 2027!

in Esslingen is working hard on the redesign of the market square, which is expected to be completed by the 1250th city anniversary in 2027. With an ambitious concept that provides for numerous measures to improve the quality of stay, the city administration and Mayor Hans-Georg Sigel want to create a central place for events and encounters. The new marketplace should not only be an attraction for the citizens: inside, but also be climatically adapted to meet the challenges of climate change. The Esslinger Zeitung and the Esslinger Homepage About the planned course of this project.

As Mayor Sigel explains, the current construction activities, although they initially appear rather poor, are the first step towards comprehensive redesign. The underground medieval tunnel, which is a listed building, will play a central role in this. It is not only historically significant, but also useful for the renovation of the marketplace. Sigel is optimistic that the invisible work can be completed in the current year so that the visible preparations begin in good time.

plans for the new marketplace

The redesign of the marketplace brings with it many positive changes. This includes, for example, a fountain field and more space for outdoor catering. Around 300 square meters are to be obtained to create lively lounge areas that offer locals and visitors: inside an attractive platform. In addition, a light pavement covering is installed, which is not only visually appealing, but also contributes to reflecting sunlight and rainwater, such as the City and Green.

But what does that mean specifically for the pedestrian zone? The entire area is largely designed with a car -free, with barrier -free access and a blind control system to ensure accessibility for everyone. There are also more wheel parking spaces around the marketplace to promote the environmentally friendly transport offer.

changes for the events

However, some restrictions can also be expected in the coming years. The traditional sworn festival will take place for the last time in 2023 on the old market square, in 2024 it will have to be laid due to the construction work. Christmas markets and medieval events will also move to the area so that the construction activities are not disturbed. The total costs for the redesign are applied to around 7.5 million euros, with the future redesign of Abt-Fulrad-Straße, which will only be tackled after the city anniversary 2027, with around 3.7 million euros.

The city administration is aware that unexpected historical finds or weather influences could delay the project. But the preparatory work, such as the tender for construction work, should be done before the summer break in order to be able to start the visible project phases quickly.

In summary, the signs for Esslingen are good that the new marketplace will be completed by the city anniversary in 2027 and for both the citizens: inside and for the visitors: Inside forms a heart of the city - green, lively and inviting.

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