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New drinking fountain in Nürtingen: thirst quencher for all walkers!
Nürtingen is installing a new drinking fountain on Alleenstrasse to offer citizens free access to water and mitigate heat effects.
New drinking fountain in Nürtingen: thirst quencher for all walkers!
Nürtingen recently installed a new drinking fountain, which is located on Alleenstraße right next to the Hölderlin statue. It is the second fountain of its kind in the city and offers citizens the opportunity to get fresh drinking water free of charge. The installation was carried out against the background of the positive experiences with the first drinking fountain on Kirchstrasse, which has already been well received. Mayor Johannes Fridrich emphasizes that the location of the fountain is particularly advantageous for cyclists, animal owners and walkers. This access to water also promotes an active and healthy lifestyle.
The city of Nuremberg will cover 50 percent of the costs for the new fountain. This is in line with the government's efforts to improve drinking water supplies in public spaces. Loud Water moves The federal government has decided that drinking water from the pipe network should be available in cities and municipalities free of charge. The aim of this measure is to provide citizens with high-quality drinking water in parks, pedestrian zones and other public places. This is seen as an important step to address the challenges of climate change and heat preparedness.
Health benefits and environmental protection
Creating drinking fountains has several positive effects. Not only do they help reduce the health effects of heat, but they also help reduce plastic waste. Passers-by have the opportunity to refill their water bottles on site and thus avoid single-use plastic. In addition, drinking fountains and water features increase the attractiveness of city centers, which not only benefits residents but also tourists.
The positive response to the first drinking fountain in Nürtingen shows how important such initiatives are for citizens' quality of life. NTZ reports that the new fountain is an important addition to the urban infrastructure that not only promotes health but also strengthens a sense of community.