Heyritz Park
Spanning nearly nine hectares along the Bassin de l'Hôpital, Heyritz Park is one of Strasbourg's most refreshing modern green spaces. Designed on former industrial land, this park seamlessly connects urban living with nature through striking features like a three hundred metre floating pontoon and a water mirror fountain. Visitors can enjoy peaceful strolls along the floating gardens, exercise on outdoor fitness equipment, or take in views across the water toward the historic Civil Hospital. The park offers an inviting escape where eco-friendly design meets contemporary city life, making it a favourite spot for relaxing afternoons.
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History of Heyritz Park
The transformation of the Heyritz area reflects Strasbourg's long standing commitment to urban renewal and environmental sustainability. For decades, the land running alongside the historic Bassin de l'Hôpital remained an underutilised zone filled with untamed vegetation. In 2010, municipal leaders launched an ambitious project to reclaim this waterfront, crafting a contemporary green corridor that would bridge the gap between the historic city centre and Neudorf. Opening in 2014, the park was designed with ecological stewardship at its core, leading to its recognition with the prestigious EcoJardin label. Engineers and landscape architects worked in harmony with the natural waterways, constructing floating gardens and a mobile pedestrian bridge to foster biodiversity while keeping citizens connected. The central square was named Place de Vologda, celebrating international diplomatic ties during a dedicated opening ceremony that brought foreign dignitaries to the banks of the canal. Today, Heyritz Park stands as a vibrant testament to modern urban design. By turning former industrial land into an eco friendly sanctuary, Strasbourg created a gathering place where dynamic water features and native flora thrive side by side with modern city architecture.
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Fun Facts
- • A dedicated pedestrian pathway directly connects the park to Place de l'Étoile along the junction canal, creating a continuous green corridor.
- • A mobile footbridge built into the park can shift position to allow canal boat traffic to pass while connecting to the Civil Hospital grounds.
- • An impressive 300 metre floating pontoon stretches directly over the Bassin de l'Hôpital, allowing visitors to walk right above the water.
- • During summer months, the interactive water mirror fountain serves as a popular cooling area for families and visitors.
- • The central square, Place de Vologda, was named in honour of Strasbourg's Russian sister city during an official ceremony in November 2014.
- • The park covers 8.7 hectares in total, including 1.5 hectares dedicated entirely to water basins and aquatic ecosystems.
- • The park holds the EcoJardin distinction, a national environmental label awarded for zero-pesticide maintenance and ecological landscape design.
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