Dispute over new sign on Norderney: pedestrian vs. cyclist!

Dispute over new sign on Norderney: pedestrian vs. cyclist!

A new sign on Norderney creates heated discussions! In the popular Facebook group "Norderney Aktuell", the sign, which calls cyclists for consideration, is referred to as "Schildbürgerstreich" and "waste of public funds". An anonymous member of the group criticizes that the sugar path, which is used equally for walkers and cyclists, has now been provided with strict rules. Cycling is only permitted here under certain conditions, and pedestrians must not be disabled or endangered.

The reactions to the contribution are overwhelming. While some find the new rules exaggerated, there are also voices that support the need for the sign. A user, Stephan S., points out that there are numerous reports about too fast e-bikes that make the path unsafe. "Waste of public tax money" is too hard accusation, according to his opinion. Sabine S. adds that consideration among cyclists often left a lot to be desired, while Dagmar E. reports about her own negative experiences with ruthless cyclists.

conflicts between pedestrians and cyclists

The debate about the sugar path is not new. In the past, the path was even closed to cyclists, since the increasing number of cyclists made it difficult to walk. The Norderney North Sea magazine reports on accidents caused by ruthless driving. The city had finally intervened and the two -wheelers excluded to ensure the safety of pedestrians. Now it remains to be seen whether the new sign will actually lead to better coexistence between pedestrians and cyclists.