Würzburg's new leadership: Sandra Vorlová elected as second mayor!

Würzburg's new leadership: Sandra Vorlová elected as second mayor!

On July 4, 2025, significant political changes took place in Würzburg. Dr. Sandra Vorlová was elected as the city's new second mayor with 28 out of 44 votes. Vorlová, who previously led the Green city council group, succeeds Martin Heilig, who was sworn in as mayor at the same meeting. The responsible city leadership is now complete again, which will be of great importance for the city's development, especially in view of the pressing issues such as climate, heat and water that Vorlová highlights.

The newly elected mayor not only brings political experience, but also an impressive academic background. Born on November 25, 1971 in Hechingen, Vorlová began studying chemistry at the Ludwig Maximilians University in Munich before completing her education at the University of Stuttgart with a dissertation on human acetylcholinesterase. Her expertise in natural sciences could help her develop effective solutions in the areas of environmental and climate protection that have great relevance in the city.

The focus on the environment and infrastructure

With the construction of tram line 6 and the extension into the Grombühl district, the new second mayor also has clear infrastructural goals in mind. Vorlová, who has been a member of Alliance 90/The Greens since 2018 and heads the Grombühl local association, emphasizes the need for sustainable urban development and is committed to better protection of the climate. Your political priorities are clear: climate protection and sustainable mobility are at the top of the agenda.

Martin Heilig, who has now taken on the role of mayor, also wants to preserve the city, but at the same time ensure its further development. This vision is certainly supported by the breath of fresh air that Vorlová brings. Molin Klingler from the Green Party will also join the city council and thus contribute to strengthening the green political level in Würzburg.

Women in local politics: An important concern

Vorlová's election comes at a time when women remain underrepresented in local politics. The Federal Ministry for Equal Opportunities will therefore launch an action program to increase the proportion of women in town halls and municipal representations. This program aims to promote structural changes to improve women's participation in political decision-making processes. Model regions in which this is to be implemented have already received financial subsidies for measures to promote women, which is a targeted step in the right direction.

In Würzburg, with the election of Sandra Vorlová, an important woman has now been appointed to the city's leadership, which could further promote the visibility and influence of women in local politics.

Both the city's challenges and the opportunities for new, inclusive management appear promising. Würzburg under the leadership of Heilig and Vorlová could write an exciting chapter in the city's history.

For further information on current developments in Würzburg, you can read the city's press release: Würzburg.de, you can find out more about Sandra Vorlová at Wikipedia, and information on promoting women in politics can be found at Federal Ministry for Family, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth.