Bicycle streets in Stuttgart: How to protect yourself from fines!

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Find out everything about the new bicycle streets in Stuttgart: rules, right of way and fines for cyclists and drivers.

Erfahren Sie alles über die neuen Fahrradstraßen in Stuttgart: Regeln, Vorrangrecht und Bußgelder für Radfahrer und Autofahrer.
Find out everything about the new bicycle streets in Stuttgart: rules, right of way and fines for cyclists and drivers.

Bicycle streets in Stuttgart: How to protect yourself from fines!

Cyclists beware! In Stuttgart, the bicycle streets are busy, even if not every road user knows this. Bicycle streets, which are intended to guarantee a safe and pleasant journey for cyclists, have strict rules and priorities. Loud SWR These important cycle paths are marked with a special sign (a white bicycle in a blue circle) and can be found in several areas of the city.

Particularly noteworthy is the newest bicycle route on Eisenbahnstrasse/Bahnhofstrasse in Bad Cannstatt. There are currently six such streets in Stuttgart: three in the center, two in Bad Cannstatt and one in Feuerbach. Their goal: to consolidate cycling traffic and thus promote an environmentally friendly mobility concept.

Rules for cyclists and other road users

What are cyclists allowed to do in these zones? Loud Stuttgart.de Bicycles, Pedelecs (up to 25 km/h) and e-scooters are welcome here. Car drivers and motorcyclists are generally not allowed unless special additional signs indicate an exception. Particularly important: Cyclists always have priority and must not be hindered. The maximum speed for all other road users is 30 km/h.

Another crucial point: Overtaking is permitted in cycle streets, but minimum distances must be maintained - 1.5 meters in urban areas and 2 meters outside of urban areas, as shown ADAC clarifies. Driving next to each other is permitted, although consideration must still be given to other road users.

Fines for violations

But be careful! Anyone who doesn't follow the rules will face fines. Driving on a bicycle lane without permission can be punished with 15 euros, while more serious violations, such as incorrect parking, can result in up to 100 euros. Cyclists also need to know: They can also collect points in Flensburg and pay fines, especially if they get on their bike while drunk. From 0.3 per mille this could even be punishable, while from 1.6 per mille you can expect severe fines and an MPU.

For many, cycling is not only environmentally friendly, but also a healthy alternative to the car. Having a good grasp of things, even when it comes to the law, is required. If you keep an eye on the many regulations, you can cycle through the city without any worries and enjoy the advantages of the cycle streets.