Ettenheim in April 2026 – Wind Energy, Construction Planning, and Association Support in Focus

Wind energy, construction planning, and village anniversaries – Ettenheim remains active

What was important this month

• Regional plan for wind energy: Ettenheim welcomes the reduction of wind energy areas but demands an expansion of the impact zone to 3,500 meters.
• Construction plan Wolfsmatten III: The municipal council unanimously approved the construction plan after considering comments.
• Wallburg village anniversary: The local council of Wallburg decided to sell anniversary tiles and wine.
• Energy service provider changes: The energy contract for Ettenheim was awarded to Köthen Energie GmbH.
• Blood donors honored: Long-term blood donors in Münchweier and Wallburg were recognized for their contributions.
• Industrial park planning: The industrial park Ettenheim/Mahlberg approved the economic plan for 2026 and plans for 2027–2029.

Wind energy: Regional planning in a tension field

In April 2026, discussions about the partial revision of the regional plan "Wind Energy" in the southern Upper Rhine were at the center of municipal committees. Ettenheim clearly advocated for a reduction of wind energy areas in the Münstertal, and welcomed the current reduction. At the same time, the city demanded an increase of the impact zone of wind turbines to 3,500 meters to better ensure visual overload protection.

The environmental impacts of the priority areas were rated as "significant to very significant," especially in terms of landscape, water, and FFH areas. The city points to the important recreational forests, regional hiking trails, and protected habitats that could be affected by wind turbines. This discourse shows that Ettenheim is sensitive to environmental concerns and landscape protection in wind energy planning, without losing sight of the need for renewable energy.

Construction planning: Wolfsmatten III and investments

The Municipal Council of Ettenheim unanimously approved the construction plan "Wolfsmatten III" in April. Public comments were taken into account, including confirmation by the regional administration of the 20-meter distance to protected areas. The construction plan is part of the long-term planning in the Wolfsmatten area and will shape the development of the district.

In addition, important investments were approved in the Construction, Environment, and Technology Committee: The municipal tractor for the building yard was assigned to Knoblauch Landtechnik GmbH, and the cleaning needs of the accounting office were awarded to Reinhard Frommer.

Association support and village anniversaries

In April, Ettenheim actively supported local associations. The local council of Wallburg unanimously approved the association support guidelines, which include a support of 5,000 euros for music bands plus 100 euros per active musician. In total, the city provided 70,000 euros in additional funds for 2026.

For the village anniversary of Wallburg, 800 tiles were sold at a symbolic price of 800 cents, and an anniversary wine for 8 euros was offered. These initiatives show how Ettenheim remains active in cultural and social events and promotes civic engagement.

Overview and outlook

April 2026 was marked in Ettenheim by environmentally conscious regional planning, clear construction decisions, and strong impulses for associations and village life. The discussions on wind energy show that Ettenheim handles resources and landscapes sensitively. At the same time, the city demonstrates clear progress in the operational field through investments in construction equipment and services.

The support for associations and cultural projects is another important signal: Ettenheim invests not only in infrastructure but also in the social and cultural life of its citizens. In May, we can look forward to further discussions on municipal financial planning, construction applications, and energy transition topics.

Conclusion with outlook

April 2026 was a month for Ettenheim with clear decisions, sensitive planning, and strong impulses for the future. The city proves that it is clearly positioned and citizen-oriented even in complex issues such as wind energy and construction planning. In May, the focus will likely be on the further implementation of wind energy comments, investment planning, and preparations for the summer holidays. We will remain in touch – and keep you up to date.