Frankfurt's 'Bicycle-friendly Side Streets' Project Boosts Cycling, Reduces Traffic Accidents
The 'Bicycle-friendly side streets' project in Frankfurt am Main has shown promising results, according to a final report by the Research Lab for Urban Transport (ReLUT) at Frankfurt UAS. The project, which aimed to promote cycling and pedestrian traffic, has seen a significant increase in cycling and a decrease in motorized traffic along the Grüneburgweg and the Kettenhofweg/Robert-Mayer-Straße axis.
The city of Frankfurt introduced restructuring measures on these streets from 2022, aiming to create a more bike and pedestrian-friendly environment. Researchers from Frankfurt UAS have been evaluating these changes since then. They found that cycling has significantly increased in both areas, while motorized traffic has decreased. Moreover, the number of cyclist accidents has also decreased despite the rise in cycling.
Residents have reported an increased sense of subjective safety and improved living quality due to these measures. The 'Bicycle-friendly side streets' concept has the potential to promote sustainable cycling and pedestrian traffic, and reduce motorized traffic. However, the Grüneburgweg presents a more differentiated picture, with some business owners and residents expressing criticism of the measures. Researchers recommend consolidating the measures but suggest reviewing possible adjustments in the Grüneburgweg.
The final reports for the redesign of the Grüneburgweg and the Kettenhofweg/Robert-Mayer-Straße axis are now available, highlighting the overall positive effects of the 'Bicycle-friendly side streets' project. While the project has shown promising results, further review and adjustments may be necessary to address the concerns of some residents and business owners.
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