City of Zagreb / Grad Zagreb in the news

The Italian firm VG13 Architects Studio Associato won the international design competition for the new Maksimir Stadium, with demolition starting in 2027 and construction in 2029.

Zagreb is transforming central streets like Masarykova, Teslina, and parts of Preradovićeva and Gajeva into a greener pedestrian zone, prioritizing walkers and cyclists, and enhancing urban infrastructure.

Zagreb provides free trams, buses, and bikes, alongside traffic restrictions, for Car-Free Day and European Mobility Week on September 22nd.

Zagreb is proceeding with the permanent pedestrianization of a central city area, incorporating extensive public feedback for a greener and more accessible design.

The City of Zagreb is launching a cargo bike pilot program within its public bike-sharing system to facilitate transport of larger items, expanding a rapidly growing service.

The City of Zagreb has opened a new ‡36.3 million sports and recreation centre, Bazen Špansko, in its western district, featuring the area's first municipal swimming pool and extensive facilities for all ages.

A fire involving construction materials on Strojarska Street near Lisinski concert hall caused thick black smoke in Zagreb, with workers initiating firefighting efforts before the fire department arrived.

Construction of Zagreb's new Kranjčevićeva Stadium, a €48 million investment, is nearing completion, aiming for a 2027 opening and UEFA Category 4 standards.

The City of Zagreb provides free access to pools, museums, and libraries this weekend to help citizens cope with an upcoming heatwave.

The City of Zagreb and the University of Zagreb co-hosted the UNIC Cities Leaders Forum to foster collaboration among European cities, universities, businesses, and civil society for resilient post-industrial urban development.

The City of Zagreb is actively fighting graffiti with a funded program for removal, protective coatings, and urgent re-cleaning, supported by a €1.2 million budget.

Zagreb's major infrastructure project to expand Sarajevska Road and add a new tram line, the first in 25 years, is in its final phase, aiming to connect 35,000 residents to the tram network.

Zagreb features a network of public and private underground garages, managed primarily by ZagrebParking, to regulate traffic and parking throughout the city.

City pools are open for free this weekend following infrastructure upgrades to the Šalata swimming complex to combat a heatwave.

The City of Zagreb has reopened the Schlosser Steps following a 1.7 million euro reconstruction project and announced further infrastructure restoration plans.

Modernized rail infrastructure aims to reconnect Belgrade, Zagreb, and Ljubljana with faster train services by 2029.

Zagreb has opened a fully accessible coworking facility and business support program for entrepreneurs with disabilities.

The City of Zagreb is hosting a series of nine free open-air classical and jazz concerts as part of the Zagreb Classic 2026 festival.

The City of Zagreb is co-hosting a two-week series of free open-air classical music concerts featuring international and local artists at King Tomislav Square.

The City of Zagreb has initiated a design competition for a €140 million bridge over the River Sava to improve western transport links and tram connectivity.