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Local and national authorities worked tirelessly together to make the investment possible
Upgrade efforts will last throughout the year
The coronavirus pandemic undid years of work by local authorities in solving longstanding issues
The participatory budget initiative is gaining ground across Lithuania
Similar project operating in Estonia attracted 75 000 foreigners who set up 15 000 companies in six years
Alongside the vote for the budget, the Slovak capital also issued a ban on gambling in the city
The “Hello Espoo” project is aimed at providing increased support to the constantly growing non-Finnish population of the city
This is part of the FORWARD project funded through the EU Horizon 2020 framework
Several services are now available in a digital format in the Greek capital in a bid to avoid and reduce queues
Similar project operating in Estonia attracted 75 000 foreigners who set up 15 000 companies in six years
It was constructed as part of an EU-funded collaboration
Today Czechia and Slovakia celebrate new beginnings
This Bulgarian municipality prepares its kids for the professions of the future
Launched by the local government, the service will allow everyone to get additional information on different kinds of sports and activities in the city
This comes after a new contract has been signed and a larger budget has been approved
The centre will help migrants and refugees better integrate into Greek society
The expected effect is a reduction in carbon emissions and lighting costs
They are still uncommon in Poland
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EU institutions are shining the spotlight on one of the most sustainable mobility options
The Semmelweis area will be preserved and made use of for educational and social purposes
The expansion of cycling infrastructure is a key priority for local authorities in the Austrian city
Arnulfsteg bridge was officially opened to traffic last week
The “Helping Hand” project will give struggling service workers jobs that are meant to help medical staff in their everyday lives
The City Council will evaluate their performance and decide on whether they should return in Spring 2021
Come November, the traditional Christmas Markets will look completely different – provided they open at all
Local authorities believe that people have stopped taking the threat of the pandemic seriously and are enforcing new measures meant to curb its spread
The first parking spaces are located in Schwabing with other areas to follow
Only elementary schools will be exempt from this requirement
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, the city is turning more and more of its streets into low or no vehicle traffic zones
A new department is being created that will be solely responsible for topics ranging from cycling to public transport in the city
The launch of a new e-bus is a statement and a commitment to a greener Munich
The city has purchased 24 ultra-modern subway trains to replace ones dating back to the 1970s
The creation of new bike paths became a must following a spike in the use of bicycles in the city
In order to allow for the accommodation of more people while adhering to social distancing measures, the Bavarian capital has come up with a new solution
Even though public events might be reallowed at the end of August, local authorities have decided to adopt a more cautious approach
The Bavarian capital’s taxi association allows for doctors and nurses to take a ride to and from work free of charge
The City Council of Munich approved the issuing of 120 million euros worth of bonds that will be managed by two partners
The first round of local elections in France and Bavaria was held in unprecedented circumstances
The first round is held today, with the 2nd one taking place in two weeks’ time – on 29 March
They have made three key demands
How Stockholm, Madrid, and Munich meet the challenges of sustainable urban mobility
Mayors in Germany have been coming under increased threat from violence over the past couple of years
Deutsche Bahn cut the costs of long-distance tickets at the start of 2020
Berlin, Hamburg and Munich have introduced new pieces of legislation restricting the use of fireworks in the lead-up to New Year’s Eve
Of the top 20 cities in the world, 15 are European
“FAHR RAD! The reconquest of the city” is stopping in the Bavarian capital to discuss and promote the advantages of cycling
The city does not want to risk the lives of intoxicated drivers and bystanders
E-scooters are proving to be a real urban menace when not regulated properly
The proposal comes amid the rising green tide in German politics
If it wasn’t already apparent, German cities are struggling to cope with the demand for housing
Another election, another humiliating defeat for traditional German parties. Here are the main takeaways from the local, regional and european elections in the EU's biggest country.
The Minister-President of Bavaria, Markus Söder, revealed his vision for a more environmentally friendly region
Alongside the elections for European Parliament, 10 German states will be holding local or state elections this Sunday
Also known as Mardi Gras, this holiday is an important time marker between times of lavish festivities and temperance
Intelligent traffic control could help EU cities achieve sustainability goals faster
13 out of the 52 places that The New York Times recommends to visit in 2019 are in Europe
The platform will help municipalities offer citizens new intelligent services
Discover the wide range of concerts, exhibitions, lectures, performances and markets
Apply before 11 December for your chance to embark on the adventure of a lifetime!
Germany’s Working Hours Act of 1994 regulated that the working day should not be longer than 8 hours
Do not wait for the call to be opened – start preparing your proposals now!
The museum consists of two floors, including several main galleries and dozens of small rooms
The celebrations' atmosphere is festive, welcoming and safe
Oktoberfest in Munich will open its gates on September 22 in the Schottenhamel tent and it will last until October 7
Other German cities in top 10 are Berlin and Hamburg
The new mobility offering is convenient, safe and environmentally friendly
Munich Airport, Huawei and Telefónica Germany are collaborating to launch a smart meter proof of concept (POC) based on NarrowBand Internet of Things (NB-IoT) at the German airport
One city – one night – 400 concerts
Affectionally known as “Octoberfest’s little sister”, the Springfest starts the festival season for which Munich is famous
The German auto giant is preparing to introduce its own self-driving car to the auto market
The company is part of the Lab Campus digital future project
