Freianlagenplanung für den Sport- und Bewegungspark Hürth

Building on the existing sports fields set amidst the topographical vegetation, the concept expands by incorporating informal and multifunctional leisure gardens within the dense, wooded landscape. These gardens provide an attractive, inclusive array of leisure sports, activities, and games aligned with the alla hopp! approach. Beyond the central activity zones, the park includes quieter, introspective green spaces for contemplative and relaxing experiences outdoors.

The main open spaces within the new park are the activity garden in the expansive forest clearing to the west and the cultural garden situated in the former cycling track area. Surrounded by selectively planted deciduous trees and "wild meadow" areas, the activity garden offers diverse amenities for all ages, including a skate track, basketball and beach volleyball courts, a fitness area, and calisthenics facilities. The cultural garden preserves the unique topography of the former cycling track, featuring play and exercise structures, an amphitheater with spacious green seating steps, and a small open-air stage for various events. A central square and smaller leisure gardens further enhance the park, providing spaces for a variety of communal gatherings.

Aiming to establish the sports and exercise park as an effective micro- and macro-climatic green space integrated into a biotope network system with neighboring green spaces, the design has a strong emphasis on diverse vegetation for sustainability, biodiversity, and climate protection. The concept prioritizes the conservation of existing trees on-site while introducing new plantings of resilient, climate-adapted trees capable of withstanding temperature fluctuations, drought, and future climate changes. A diverse mix of tree species ensures the creation of a robust and adaptable forest. The "wild meadow" area focuses on creating habitats and protection for native creatures, insects, birds, and small animals.