Safe cycling: new protective strips on Düsseldorfer Straße

Safe cycling: new protective strips on Düsseldorfer Straße

The introduction of bicycle protection strips in Mettmann is an important step in the promotion of safe traffic conditions for cyclists. The new protective strip on Düsseldorfer Straße shows how local authorities are actively working on improving the infrastructure.

reinforced focus on cycling

at a time when environmentally friendly road traffic is becoming increasingly important, the city of Mettmann is launching an important measure for the safety of cyclists. A bicycle protection strip was marked between the street on the piston and the Breslauer Straße in the direction of Düsseldorf.

What does the protective strip make special?

The new protective strip, which is characterized by a dashed line, offers cyclists a clearly defined space. In contrast to a wheel lane that is separated by a coated line and must not be run over by vehicles, the protective strip allows a run over by cars as long as the bicycle traffic is not endangered. This offers flexibility, while the safety of cyclists is prioritized.

role of the city administration and implementation

Marcel Alpkaya, the head of the road traffic authority in Mettmann, emphasizes the timely implementation of this measure. The decision from the committee for climate protection, environment and mobility is thus implemented quickly and effectively. This measure illustrates the city's commitment to make mobility more environmentally friendly and secure.

a step towards environmentally friendly mobility

The introduction of the protective strip is not only a contribution to security, but also a signal that the city of Mettmann takes the needs of cyclists seriously. This change could motivate many citizens to use the bike more often, which can lead to a reduction in motorized traffic and thus to less environmental pollution.

sustainable traffic concept for the future

The creation of such infrastructural measures promotes a sustainable traffic concept that not only benefits cyclists, but can also improve the flow of traffic in the city as a whole. Both protective and cycling strips have their own rules: keeping or parking is not allowed on both areas, which contributes to clarity and safety in traffic.