ÖVP doubts about Naschmarkthalle: construction plans for autumn 2025 in danger?

ÖVP doubts about Naschmarkthalle: construction plans for autumn 2025 in danger?

The Vienna Naschmarkt is once again the center of attention. There are currently some uncertainties regarding the redevelopment of the area, which is causing confusion. The ÖVP, represented by former district councilor Maria Blazej, has made a request about future use and the progress of the construction work. How meinkreis.at reports, the ÖVP expresses skepticism about the construction of a Naschmarkthalle and asks questions about tenants and the planned mix of industries.

The Mariahilf district administration is trying to smooth things over and emphasizes that no snack market in the classic sense is being set up here. District leader Markus Rumelhart from the SPÖ speaks of an innovative show kitchen and a green roof garden, while the ÖVP is worried about sticking to the schedule for completion by autumn 2025. Gerhard Hammerer (ÖVP) criticizes the city government and sees compliance with deadlines as problematic, while the city of Vienna assures that everything is going according to plan. However, the question remains open as to whether the date can actually be kept.

Redesign of the Naschmarkt – a look behind the scenes

The comprehensive redesign of the Naschmarkt, which began with the first construction phase in October 2024, aims to transform a large part of the parking lot west of Kettenbrückengasse into the “Naschpark”. Loud naschmarkt-wien.at Approximately 58% of the area will be converted into green space, which will provide space for 90 new trees, perennials and grasses. The aim is to create a consumption-free place to stay that promises a high quality of stay. The trees must be carefully planned due to the static challenges of the over 100-year-old Vienna River arch.

While the completion of the Naschpark is also targeted for autumn 2025, the conversion of another part of the parking lot into a multifunctional area will begin in 2026, which will offer new usage options. Renovations are also underway to the east of Kettenbrückengasse: the “market space” is being built here, which will be 24.5 meters wide and 30.2 meters long. This open market hall will be built in a modern steel and glass construction and will also have a green roof garden. The total costs for the redesign amount to over 27 million euros.

A colorful fashion walk in the Naschmarkt area

On July 10th, not only will the renovation bring momentum to things, but also a very special event in the Naschmarkt parking lot. A fashion walk will take place from 7 p.m. with the color yellow taking center stage. Participants must wear a yellow item of clothing or accessory, and all ages, genders and even animals are welcome. How on freiraum-naschmarkt.at As can be read, participants can register from 6:00 p.m. and can look forward to a colorful accompanying program with music, snacks and styling advice.

The redesign of the Naschmarkt and the events surrounding the area impressively show how diverse and dynamic this popular Viennese district is. Despite the political concerns surrounding the construction projects, the Naschmarkt remains a lively place that combines both tradition and innovation.