Criticism of the new bike path: Is he really safe enough for Vienna?

Criticism of the new bike path: Is he really safe enough for Vienna?

The new cycle path in Alser Strasse in Vienna-Josefstadt ensures heated debates before it was officially opened. Two information signs that should indicate cycling and drivers to the furniture lane between the tram route and the road are at the center of criticism. According to Today. The Radlobby Vienna particularly criticizes the width and safety of the cycle path and demands comprehensive improvements.

The wheel lobby points out that the existing safety strip is not sufficient and warns that the 1.20 meter wide track, if it is further restricted, significantly increases the risk of cyclists. Roland Romano, a spokesman for the Radlobby Vienna, explains: "The lane with three to four lanes takes the space to the bike paths. A lane per direction in the route area would be sufficient." So far, the suggestions for a safe and legally accessible crossing of the tracks on Wickenburggasse have not seen any implementation, which does not improve the Situation of cyclists. The demand for a bike path in both directions was also not met, according to Romano.

The mobility agency argues that the bike path was designed according to guidelines, and Martin Blum, the cycling officer, claims that the width of 2.60 meters is appropriate. Blum also explains that the structural changes that have already been made enabled cyclists to make a safer and faster progress. Nevertheless, the bike lobby Vienna expresses the desire that the bike paths should be extended and better designed to the belt and Elterleinplatz, so report orf.at .