Offenbach's Big Cycling Boost: 24 Streets Go Two-Way in Bieber
Offenbach is enhancing its cycling infrastructure with a significant project. The city is converting 24 one-way streets in Bieber to two-way cycling, aiming to eliminate detours, connect to the city’s bike route network, and boost cycling efficiency. This move is part of the city's commitment to sustainable, forward-looking mobility and reducing traffic-related CO₂ emissions.
The Mobility Office is leading the initiative, which is funded by the Hessian Local Mobility Working Group through the Transport Infrastructure Funding Hesse program. The change aims to make biking more practical and appealing for residents, promoting a 'city of short distances' and strengthening non-motorized transport.
To ensure safety, new signs and road markings are being installed. All road users are urged to obey traffic regulations and exercise caution in the affected streets. In one-way streets, the default rule is 'right before left' unless otherwise indicated by signs. Ground pictograms and red-marked waiting areas are also being implemented to improve visibility for cyclists.
Offenbach's conversion of 24 one-way streets in Bieber to two-way cycling is a step towards a more sustainable and bike-friendly city. The project, funded by the Hessian Local Mobility Working Group, is expected to improve cycling efficiency, reduce CO₂ emissions, and make biking more appealing to residents.
