New cycle path bridge in knowledge: a milestone for bicycle traffic!

New cycle path bridge in knowledge: a milestone for bicycle traffic!

Wissen, Deutschland - The promotion of bicycle as an environmentally friendly mobility means is a top priority in Rhineland-Palatinate. State Secretary for Transport Andy Becht emphasizes the central role of safe bike paths that should not only attract commuters but also tourists. Now a new milestone in the city of knowledge is being set: the construction of a modern cycle path bridge that is intended to significantly strengthen inner -city cycling.

The planned bridge is part of the Westerwald Lahn cycle path and will also integrate the cross-border Sieg cycle path. It measures impressive 128 meters in length and 2.50 meters in width and is barrier -free. With this bridge, which connects the Schlossstrasse in the Schönstein district with a walking and bike path near the B62, the city of knowledge will experience an urgently needed infrastructural improvement. The old pedestrian bridge was in very poor condition and did not offer cyclists enough.

financing and meaning

The construction project is finished 90 percent by the federal government. As part of the special program "City and Land", the city of knowledge receives around 1.5 million euros in funding. Mayor Berno Neuhoff emphasizes the bridge as an important connection between humans and landscapes and emphasizes the importance of a well -developed cycling infrastructure for the quality of life in the city.

Federal Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder emphasizes the support of the federal government for the expansion of the cycling infrastructure. Although not all cities in Germany have such advanced cycling infrastructure, international examples such as Copenhagen and Amsterdam show that the expansion of bike paths and bridges can significantly increase the attractiveness of cycling. In many cities, bicycle bridges close important gaps in the cycle path network and thus promote cycling, support active mobility and ensure a secure separation from motorized traffic.

advantages of bicycle bridges

bicycle bridges not only meet a functional utility value, but also have design qualities. They enable cyclists a direct and safe crossing of obstacles such as roads and waters. A well -placed bridge can significantly increase the range and attractiveness of the cycling by shortening the perceived distance and offers more secure paths.

Federal Environmental Office Studies show that in metropolitan areas up to 30 % of car journeys could be replaced by cycling, which not only improves air quality, but also contributes to CO2 reduction. With an average usage price of 10 cents per kilometer, the bicycle is also an inexpensive means of transportation compared to cars, the costs of which are between 21 and 218 cents per kilometer. Test studies from other European cities show that cycling increases the quality of life and brings economic advantages.

For more information about the project and the advantages of bicycle bridges, please visit The Ministry of Economy, Transport, Agriculture and Weinbau Rhineland-Palatinate , The Federal Environment Agency .