Eindhoven is taking major steps towards a greener and more livable city center. New investments are being made to strengthen two important green structures - along the Dommel and the Gender - and to green roofs in the city center. These measures contribute to a climate-resilient, attractive city for both people and nature.
A significant portion of the funding will go to the green area around the Dommel in the city. This area is important for nature in the city, as it connects various green zones. Eindhoven is growing and more construction is taking place. Therefore, it is even more important to preserve and strengthen this green area. It remains a place in the city where people can relax and where plants and animals can thrive. The plans carefully consider a balance between nature and recreation.
Dommel in the city as a green backbone
A large part of the funding will go to the green area around the Dommel in the city. This area is important for nature in the city, as it connects various green zones. Eindhoven is growing and there is more construction taking place. Therefore, it is extra important to preserve and strengthen this green area. This way, there remains a place in the city where people can relax and where plants and animals have space. The plans have carefully considered a balance between nature and recreation.
Connecting green along the Gender
More greenery will come along the flow of the Gender. Initially, there were plans to green various isolated spots. Residents, through the Friends of the Gender Park Foundation, made proposals to improve biodiversity and quality of stay. This led to the choice to connect those spots, creating one large green area. Think, for example, of greening the Lodewijk Napoleon Square. This green route will soon connect the Gender Park with the Victoria Park. That is good for nature and for people who want to walk, cycle, or just relax in the greenery.
Green roofs: the municipality sets a good example
We will also green at height. In line with the Upside Park vision, the municipality is focusing on green and partially accessible roofs. The start is the greening of its own real estate. Funding will also be made available for initiatives from the city.
Councilor Rik Thijs (Greening): Our city is growing, and that is why nature is important. More greenery provides shade and cooling, helps with rain showers, and makes the city healthier and more beautiful. Not only for our residents but also for animals. It contributes to improving biodiversity. With these plans, we are preparing Eindhoven for the future.