Since 2023, a versatile recreational area for people of all ages has been under development in several construction phases in the campus park. The first elements have already been added: benches and tables, trampolines, a slackline, and a series of visual and natural structural elements such as Benjes hedges and a tree trunk area. Native fruit trees, donated by the German Federation for the Environment and Nature Conservation (BUND), have been planted and two large chalkboards allow for meetings or lessons to be held in nature. The orange ZONTA bench also sends a special message as a symbol against violence against women.
The aim of the project is to develop the existing open space into a lively spot where people enjoy spending time, based on the guiding principles of exercise, play, experiencing nature, and socializing. The park will be open to university members and guests from the Technology Park.
Director of Finance and Administration Frauke Meyer: “With the new multigenerational park, the University of Bremen is creating an innovative open space that supports health, community, and environmental awareness in equal measure.”
The design is based on an ideas workshop held in February 2023 under the direction of the planning office naturspielraum. In a participatory process, the wishes and needs of different user groups were noted and incorporated into the final designs.
The multigenerational park will be developed and maintained in stages and will continue to be supported by civic engagement and funding in the future. Currently, for example, native trees and shrubs are needed to plant along the fence facing the street. Donations of suitable shrubs can contribute to the ecological enhancement of the area.
Funds are currently being acquired to purchase additional exercise, play, and seating equipment. The focus is on the following elements: benches and tables, a volleyball court (especially the net and net holders), and other play facilities.
Interested institutions, initiatives, or sponsors can contact the project coordinator: inae.kim-frommherzprotect me ?!vw.uni-bremenprotect me ?!.de
Further Information:
https://www.uni-bremen.de/mehrgenerationenpark (only available in German)
Contact:
Inae Kim-Frommherz
Administrative Unit 08: Central Administrative Affairs / Organizational Development
University of Bremen
Email: inae.kim-frommherzprotect me ?!vw.uni-bremenprotect me ?!.de
Phone: +49 421 218-60107
