Eichtalpark in Wandsbek: Clear the way for relaxation and climate protection!

Eichtalpark in Wandsbek: Clear the way for relaxation and climate protection!

Good news for all walkers and nature lovers: The construction work to redesign and redesign the Eichtalpark in Wandsbek has largely been completed. On December 8, 2025, the main paths along the Wandse green belt were reopened and the most important path connections in the park are now fully passable. This is an important step towards a modern and climate-friendly park that responds well to the needs of local residents.

The northern part of the park and the central meadow have been accessible to visitors since May and June, while the dog meadow at the “Bei der Hopfenkarre” entrance remains closed for the time being. The renewal of the existing paths and the creation of new path connections including lounge areas create an even more inviting ambience. A newly built pedestrian bridge over the Wandse and a path connection on the southern bank of the Eichtalteiche ensure that you can enjoy nature from different perspectives.

Extensive measures for ecological improvement

But the comprehensive work is part of a larger package of measures. The Wandsbek district office is planning various strategies for adapting to climate change, which should transform the Eichtalpark into a full climate park by the end of 2024. The planned measures include the renaturation of the Wandse, the creation of a “climate grove” with adapted tree species as well as the creation of an informative climate trail and the establishment of a climate station to pass on information about climate change. These steps are crucial in order to maintain a lively and livable park for future generations eichtalklimapark.de reported.

In total, the measures will be implemented on an area of ​​around ten hectares. In addition, three weather stations have already been installed in the park that measure climatic data at different positions. The collected information on temperature, wind and radiation will soon be available to citizens and offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in climate change and the changes in their environment.

Citizen participation and regional importance

The implementation of these projects takes place in dialogue with citizens, who are invited to take part in the planning and design. The entire initiative also serves as a role model, not just for Wandsbek, but for the whole of Hamburg and beyond hamburg.de summarizes.

The project is being financed by the federal government and the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg with a total of around 3.73 million euros. Despite some remaining measures remaining until final completion, temporary and spatially limited restrictions are posted on site. If you have any questions, the district office project team is available at any time eichtalklimapark@wandsbek.hamburg.de.

Overall, Eichtalpark shows that a good interaction between nature, education and civic engagement is also possible in urban areas. Developments over the next few months and years will show how these efforts bear fruit.