Innsbruck asks residents to shape its first superblock

Residents will help decide how traffic is calmed in Dreiheiligen, the Innsbruck district selected for the city’s first superblock, ORF reported.

Superblocks bring together several building blocks while restricting motorised through traffic between them. Access for residents and other necessary journeys would remain possible, creating more space for pedestrians and cyclists. Seating and trees could also be added.

The city selected Dreiheiligen from 19 areas considered suitable for the concept, which has also been used in cities including Barcelona and Berlin. The district is home to the Zeughaus museum and several childcare facilities.

The public participation process begins on Wednesday during European Mobility Week, which runs from September 16 to 22. Residents can submit ideas and concerns in person at the Zeughaus or online.

The project is being developed through the publicly funded SuperQ3 project and supported by the Pionierstadt Innsbruck team. Project leader Marcus Maier said the findings should benefit not only Dreiheiligen but also future urban development projects in Innsbruck.

The project is based on a potential analysis commissioned by the city. Six of the 19 areas examined were rated particularly suitable, and three were recommended for pilot implementation before city authorities selected Dreiheiligen.

The Zeughaus museum is supporting the participation process. Its director, Lisa Noggler, said the museum wanted to involve nearby residents, gather their perspectives and ideas, and help develop the museum as an open and accessible place.

An online project page is already available on the city’s participation platform. Interested residents can take part in a survey and submit ideas, information and concerns through an interactive map until October 4, 2026.