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Free travel in Ostfildern: Kaiserstrasse opened after months of construction work!
In Ostfildern, Esslingen district, the renovation of the Kaiserstrasse stop with barrier-free improvements is ending after a five-month construction period.
Free travel in Ostfildern: Kaiserstrasse opened after months of construction work!
In Ostfildern, in the Esslingen district, there is finally free travel on the Kaiserstrasse again. After five months of intensive construction work, the construction site at the Kaiserstraße stop is now completed. The measures were tough: in addition to the installation of a cyclist-friendly traffic light, a modern waiting hall for bus passengers was also built. This offers protection from the rigors of the weather, especially when it rains. Another waiting hall in the opposite direction is already being planned, which will further increase amenities for passengers. According to the information from Stuttgart News New beds with amber trees around the stop now also provide some shade and help to beautify the surrounding area.
The renovation also results in a barrier-free design of the stop, which has been provided with appropriate markings especially for blind and visually impaired people. Boarding the buses is step-free, a clear step forward for those with mobility issues such as wheelchair users or parents with strollers. But how did these sweeping changes come about? The extended construction period, which also included additional work such as water and fiber optic connections, initially caused confusion for motorists who had to be rerouted. However, these changes were quickly seen as understandable.
Reconstruction of the Esslinger/Schiller/Kaiserstrasse intersection
But that's not all. The reconstruction of the intersection of Esslingerstrasse/Schillerstrasse and Kaiserstrasse in Nellingen began on March 31st, a project that also revolves around the issue of accessibility. Not only are the two bus stops being converted to be barrier-free, but the stops are also being relocated directly onto the road. The feeling of safety of all road users is significantly increased by installing a pedestrian crossing with traffic lights. This was stated in a report by SEG Ostfildern explained.
During the renovation work, traffic will be on one side, which means that the road in the direction of Esslingen will remain one-way. For the opposite direction, namely towards Denkendorf, a diversion via Hindenburgstrasse and Wilhelmstrasse is planned. In addition, a construction site traffic light will control traffic so that buses can glide through the construction site without any problems.
Accessibility in public transport
The issue of accessibility is of crucial importance in current urban development. According to the Passenger Transport Act (PBefG), all public transport must be completely barrier-free by January 1, 2022. Unfortunately, this deadline had passed and not all requirements have still been met. Human Action emphasizes that implementation depends not only on the municipalities, but above all on sufficient financial resources. Despite the increased requirements, a lot of progress is still being made and the renovation of the stops is being pushed forward at full speed.
As the developments in Ostfildern show, a lot is being done in terms of accessibility and traffic safety. It remains to be hoped that these measures will also serve as a model for other cities and make everyday life a little easier for all citizens.