Vienna fights against illegal parking: fine now 365 euros!

Vienna fights against illegal parking: fine now 365 euros!

There are now new measures in Vienna to relieve pressure on public transport and bring illegal parkers to their senses. The city has increased the fine for blocking buses and trams to 365 euros. This sum corresponds to the annual pass required for the Wiener Linien and illustrates the seriousness with which the city is tackling the recurring problems caused by illegal parking. Cosmo reports on the numerous difficulties that trams and buses experience due to illegal parking in the city.

Particular focus is on Camillo-Sitte-Gasse in the 15th district, where tram line 9 is often blocked. Significant improvements have already been recorded here since 2020: The number of illegal parking in the nearby Kreuzgasse has been reduced from 363 to 210 (as of 2023). This shows that intensive measures can definitely have an impact. Planning and public transport councilor Ulli Sima emphasizes the necessity of these measures in order to sustainably improve the quality of life in the affected districts.

Planned remodels and improvements

In order to further improve the situation, extensive renovations are planned in Camillo-Sitte-Gasse, which will be implemented from summer 2025. Not only will the sidewalk be widened, but additional green spaces will also be created. Particularly noteworthy are the installation of a drinking fountain and more benches, which are intended to enhance the living environment. The Vienna district newspaper emphasizes that such structural measures in combination with stricter penalties and better traffic lights represent an efficient solution.

There are currently around 1,300 traffic lights in Vienna, around 1,050 of which are used by Wiener Linien vehicles. Around 750 of them already have priority circuits for public transport, which is crucial in regulating traffic. This year, 40 traffic lights have already been programmed specifically for the benefit of public transport in order to reduce waiting times and shorten travel times.

Effect on the environment and traffic

The current measures also show the great potential of public transport in Vienna. They carry an average of over 200 people per trip, while cars only carry an average of 1.14 people. This not only makes public transport more environmentally friendly, but also more space-saving in urban transport. This makes it all the more important to continue to defuse the illegal parking hotspots and adapt the infrastructure accordingly. OTS informs about the ongoing projects and the need for further measures in the city to increase the punctuality and efficiency of public transport.

Overall, it can be said: Vienna has recognized that with intelligent solutions and measures, local public transport can remain fluid and reliable in the future. Everyone involved must participate in this in order to shape the cityscape positively and maintain the quality of life of its citizens.