Take a walk on the wayside

In Vorarlberg, the L202 or “Magistrale” is a crucial logistical artery linking Switzerland, Austria, and Germany. It drives economic growth by enabling trade and supporting local industries. However, this prosperity comes at a cost for villages along the route, where heavy car and lorry traffic disrupts daily life, creating noise, pollution, and safety concerns. The contrast between high-speed transit needs and the slower rhythms of village life highlights the urgency for solutions that balance mobility with livability. 

This brief calls for a concept that formulates a strategy for reimagining this heavily frequented motorized street, which cuts through villages and sensitive landscapes. What tools and actionable guidelines can address the entire length of this corridor to gradually transform it into a space of potential and a forward-thinking approach to infrastructural corridors like this? 

At the core of your strategy lies a pivotal question: How can this route be transformed into an open space of possibilities—one where neighborhoods, green areas, and active mobility can thrive alongside motorized traffic? Can this very infrastructure, which supports economic prosperity, evolve into a system of synergy, fostering an “Erlebnisraum” that benefits all who interact with it? 

From your initial thoughts to the acts of creating, designing, writing, and drawing, the principle of Re:sourcing should be woven into every decision, ensuring a holistic and sustainable approach at every step. 

The communities along this route warmly welcome your engagement with this challenge. „Your ideas and visions are invaluable to us, as they have the potential to shape a better future for our villages. We greatly appreciate your willingness to take on this task, which is not only about improving mobility but also about enhancing the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. We look forward to seeing your innovative approaches and thank you for your dedication to reimagining the L202!“

E18 Bregenz-Hard-Fussach-Höchst Brief