Projecting Münichtal 2020+

Post industrial transformation of a former blast furnace site in Eisenerz, Austria
Master – WiSe 2019/20 (Modul AR30389)

Once known as the mining cradle of Austria, the region of Eastern Upper Styria has long lost its economic and financial power. The impact on some of the municipalities has been huge. One still struggling with the structural change of the region is the City of Eisenerz which is facing heavy demographic problems and thus, has turned into Austria`s oldest city. Dealing not only with a shrinking population but also with financial problems it finds itself in a vicious circle that is hard to break. In the northern part of the city, the former Münichtal blast furnace site - with most of its buildings abandoned - ekes out its existence and is waiting for a fresh start into a new future. What does it need to become the new driving motor for Eisenerz and the region?

An excursion in October will allow to explore the site, the city of Eisenerz and the regional context. The excursion is mandatory for all participants.

The site Münichtal in Eisenerz is part of the research project trAILs which covers several post industrial transformation projects in the European Alps.