Discover the Forsthauspark: A visually impaired journalist looking for clues!

Discover the Forsthauspark: A visually impaired journalist looking for clues!

In Forsthauspark, prestigiously located in the 20th district of Vienna, rural and urban elements combine to create a unique experience. Today, November 9, 2025, journalist Dominic Schmid, who is severely visually impaired, explored this park to document the experiences of visually impaired people in the city. Accompanied by Elisabeth, Schmid describes his experiences and the accessibility in the Forsthauspark, which invites you to relax and play. MyDistrict reports on his impressions and the challenge of combining different sensory impressions.

The park appears in autumnal garb, even if Schmid cannot see the colors. He depends on the detailed descriptions of his companion, who explains and shows him objects. A particular highlight is finding a chestnut, which he identifies with the help of Elisabeth. The atmosphere is characterized by the sounds of the surroundings, such as the music from the nearby church of St. Johann Kapistran, which stands out due to its atypical interior design.

Highlights in Forsthauspark

Schmid also discovered a skate park and could hear the sounds of skateboards. With Elisabeth's support, he explored the area and tested a seesaw, which he clearly enjoyed. Highlights of the exploration also included a red climbing wall and a climbing spider, which brought back fond childhood memories. Elisabeth also informed him about the safety of the playground equipment, which makes the park an ideal place for families and children.

The discovery of a sandpit and the wooden floor covering with bark mulch reveal further aspects of the park's design. “There is a lot for the children to experience here!” notes Schmid, emphasizing the many opportunities the park offers. In his opinion, Forsthauspark contributes to the quality of life in the city through such offerings and makes it a place for unforgettable experiences.

The Forsthauspark clearly has it all and is a place that is not only accessible to people with full vision. Schmid and Elisabeth show that access to nature and recreational spaces must be possible for everyone, even in urban Vienna. An idea that could also be reflected in other city initiatives to create a more inclusive society. For anyone who has not yet visited the park, it is worth a trip to discover for themselves the many facets that this place has to offer.

In the meantime, other issues that concern the Viennese are also present in the city. For example, current music culture raises interesting questions. An example of this is the remix “Una Cunumi” by Qmayb and his collaborations that deal with the themes of sexual relationships and interactions. The direct and provocative language in songs from the current music scene reflects the openness and diversity of the Viennese cultural scene.

With a good knack for accessibility and an eye for current cultural trends, Vienna has once again shown that it is a city for everyone.