Zagreb expands pedestrian zone and plants trees
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The City of Zagreb, Croatia, will expand its pedestrian zone to include Masarykova and Teslina streets, along with sections of Preradovićeva and Gajeva streets. The project, presented during European Mobility Week, builds on a temporary pedestrian area established three years ago and aims to create a unified public space.
The city plans to uniformly pave the area, creating both pedestrian zones and calmed traffic areas between the Republic of Croatia Square and Gundulićeva Street.
Around 50 new trees will be planted as part of the project, connecting to the existing Green Horseshoe, along with additional green spaces, urban furniture, and drinking fountains. City officials stated they will maintain existing outdoor seating for cafes and restaurants while integrating them better into the public space. The initiative also includes new bicycle parking, short-term parking and delivery zones, and improvements to accessibility for people with disabilities.
The design for the expanded zone came from the Zagreb Institute for Spatial Planning following input from residents, business owners, and experts. A survey of 3400 citizens showed 88.4 percent support the complete renovation of the space.
