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Dresden relies on bicycle barometers: More visibility for cyclists!
Dresden is relying on new bicycle barometers to improve traffic data and the visibility of cycling despite criticism.
Dresden relies on bicycle barometers: More visibility for cyclists!
A lot is happening in the area of cycling in Dresden. Despite critical voices, the city is sticking to its plan to increase the visibility of cycling by expanding bicycle barometers. These digital counting points are intended to collect data on the number of bicycles passing by, thereby not only promoting use but also helping to improve municipal traffic statistics. However, critics fear that this is a waste of taxes and symbolic politics. To refute this, Transport Mayor Stephan Kühn (Greens) points to the advantages of this measure for the population and the transport infrastructure. DNN reports.
The first two bicycle barometers have already been put into operation on St. Petersburger Straße, and the next three locations have now been determined: Sachsenplatz (near Sachsenallee stop), Dr.-Külz-Ring (near Stadtforum) and Wilsdruffer Straße (near Pirnaischer Platz). Even if another location, Lennéstrasse, was not officially mentioned, planning is still ongoing. The cost of a single barometer is around 17,500 euros, while the total cost of the project is half a million euros. The city covers 35% of the costs, while the Federal Ministry of Transport finances 65%. The Federal Ministry of Transport's funding project ends in December 2026, and all barometers must be installed by then.
Bicycle use and transport transition
The coronavirus pandemic has led to an increase in bicycle use, and climate policy also plays a big role. This development shows how important it is to promote cycling as part of the transport transition. In order to achieve the climate goals, a rethinking of transport is necessary. The Federal Ministry of Transport has made a total of 1.4 billion euros available for cycling from 2020 to 2023, which underlines the currently favorable framework conditions for the expansion of cycling. It is important not only to find digital solutions, but also to use the actual opportunities in the municipalities. difu.de highlights.
The visibility of cycling on busy streets should be increased in order to increase awareness of cycling in the city. The creation of additional bicycle lanes, such as those on Stauffenbergallee and Wormser Straße, are also planned, so that the coming years could be an exciting time for cycling in Dresden. The city administration is focusing on closing “white spots” in the bicycle traffic detection network and eliminating open data gaps. The city's efforts show that it has a good knack for further developing Dresden as a bicycle-friendly city.