Paradies Garten Festival returns from July 31 to August 2, once again taking over the historic grounds of Schloss Prugg in Bruck an der Leitha for three days of electronic music, community and open-air culture. As the festival prepares for its fifth chapter, it continues to grow, not just in scale, but in the care and responsibility it brings to every aspect of the experience. This year, Paradies Garten is proud to introduce a dedicated awareness area and an expanded on-site support team, developed in partnership with Wiener Städtische Versicherung. It's a step that reflects something the festival has always believed: that a truly good festival is one where everyone feels welcome, respected and free to be themselves.

A space to pause, talk and feel supported

For the first time, Paradies Garten will have a dedicated awareness area on-site: a calm, accessible space where visitors can go if they need support, have questions, or simply want to take a moment away from the intensity of the festival. Whether it's a conversation with a trained team member, a place to regroup, or just somewhere quiet to breathe, the space is designed to be low-threshold and open to everyone, at any point during the weekend.

A team that moves with the crowd

Alongside the awareness area, Wiener Städtische Versicherung will deploy a mobile awareness team present throughout the festival grounds all weekend. Moving in small groups, they'll be easy to recognise (visible vests during the day, additional lighting elements at night) and easy to approach. The team is trained to respond to a wide range of situations, from offering guidance and a listening ear to stepping in when needed. Visitors can reach out to them directly at any time, or speak to any on-site staff member who will connect them with the right support.

Safer space as a shared responsibility

Paradies Garten operates under a clear safer space policy. A zero-tolerance approach applies to any form of harassment, discrimination or intimidation, including sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia or any other form of exclusion. Mutual respect, consent and personal boundaries are principles that apply everywhere on site, from the dancefloor to the campsite. But the festival has always seen this as more than a set of rules. Creating a genuinely respectful environment is an ongoing, collective effort - one that involves the team, the partners and every person who walks through the gates. Visitors are encouraged to look out for one another, to respect personal space, and to speak up if something doesn't feel right. This philosophy also shapes how the festival is programmed. "Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the dancefloor in the line-up," says booker Zoé Devaux. "Not just in terms of sound, but also in terms of people. A more inclusive programme creates a better, more open atmosphere - both on stage and in front of it."

A long-term commitment

The partnership with Wiener Städtische Versicherung marks an important moment in making these efforts more visible and more structured. But it's part of something larger - a long-term vision in which awareness, care and responsibility are woven into every layer of the festival experience, year after year. Paradies Garten continues to evolve as a place where music, community and respect go hand in hand. A space where the dancefloor is genuinely for everyone.