Youth promotion: New momentum on the Freizeit site South thanks to a common building campaign and funding
The Dirtpark on the South Leisure site was revised from scratch during the Easter holidays. From April 8th to 11th, 16 children and adolescents aged 9 to 17 took part in the redesign of the route. With a shovel, rake and excavator, they formed new jumping and travel passages together with the specialist company Big Air from Olching- according to their own ideas.
The work was already delivered in advance of earth. After a briefing by Uli Dikreiter from Big Air, the so-called "re-shape" was able to begin. The clay -containing floor turned out to be ideal for modeling a stable and navigable route. In addition to the actual track, topsoil was applied for a later greening.
The pump track received larger distances between the waves, the jump track was smoothed and equipped with compressed jumping elements. On test drives, the young people tested their results directly - and continuously brought their ideas. The conclusion was a driving technique workshop on April 12th as a thank you for the great commitment.
Participation strengthens cohesion
"It is great to see how much the young people have done together," said Pierre Dietrich from the city's youth promotion in the Blue Box. "Of course we hope that you will now use the new route that you have shaped yourself with a lot of joy."
The new dirt park is open to everyone - taking into account the usage rules (see below). The route will only be closed on the event days of the equestrian association on April 26, 27 and May 1.
Background: Development and Promotion of the Dirtpark
The Dirtpark was set up in 2021 as an expansion of the South Leisure area on the former Bolzplatz. The project was developed as part of the Democracy Media Convention with students from the Gerhart Hauptmann School. A total of 856 cubic meters of clay-containing soil were delivered free of charge in 56 truck deliveries. The construction took place by a specialist company in close coordination with the city administration.
For the current Re-shape, the city of Griesheim invested 15,000 euros from the regional load compensation funds. This state program provides 4.5 million euros annually for municipalities in the vicinity of Frankfurt Airport. The aim is to promote measures to mitigate aircraft noise consequences and to improve quality of life. Griesheim received a total of 215,000 euros in 2024.
Notes on the use of the dirt park
- The Dirtpark can be used at your own risk during the day.
- Only suitable bicycles such as BMX, dirt bike and mountain bike are allowed.
- It applies. Further protective equipment is strongly recommended.
- The route must not be driven on when wet and cannot be entered on foot.
(Griesheim - Red/PSG)
