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“Healthy in the Park” – Find out about local activities

Event day on 28 August, from 2 pm to 5 pm, in the Park of the Victims of Fascism

On Friday 28 August, from 2 pm to 5 pm, the City of Chemnitz invites you to the ‘Healthy in the Park’ open day in the Park of the Victims of Fascism. The event offers a wide range of opportunities to find out about the health activities available on site and to get active yourself. Anyone interested is warmly invited to take advantage of the activities on offer, strike up conversations with others and experience the park as a place for socialising, exercise and health promotion.

The event, originally planned for June, had to be postponed due to the weather and is now taking place. The event is organised by the Chemnitz-Mitte Citizens’ Platform and the City Centre Neighbourhood Management in collaboration with the City of Chemnitz’s Department of Health and Prevention.

The action day is part of the “Health in the Neighbourhood” funding programme. The aim of the project is to bring health promotion directly into the neighbourhoods, to connect regional stakeholders and to raise the profile of low-threshold services for various target groups. At the same time, the aim is to strengthen public spaces as places for socialising, physical activity and prevention.

A varied programme of hands-on activities has been organised for the event in collaboration with various local organisations and partners. Among other things, visitors can look forward to an outdoor fitness and agility course, creative craft activities, initiatives focusing on healthy eating, short health and coordination tests, and a smoothie bike.
The programme is complemented by numerous information and hands-on stands.

Two themed walks will also be on offer. The ASB is organising an art walk through the park from the perspective of people with disabilities. Furthermore, Arbeit und Leben Sachsen e. V. is inviting people to take part in a participatory walk on the theme of ‘The OdF’s Lively Park’. Advance registration is required for both walks.

Further information on the programme and registration for the themed walks can be found at: www.chemnitz.de/gesund-im-park