Pedestrian Route Closed: Temporary Obstruction on Nibelungen Bridge near Old Town Hall from Heavy Traffic on the Side of New Town Hall

The bike path project on the downstream side of the Nibelungen Bridge in Linz, Austria, remains a pilot project, according to recent announcements. However, the project on the upstream side has been halted due to safety concerns and traffic congestion issues.

Linz Vice Mayor Martin Hajart and Infrastructure Provincial Councilor Günther Steinkellner jointly made the decision to discontinue the bike path project on the upstream side, a move that was made unanimously. Hajart consulted with the police before reaching this decision.

The municipal mobility provider, Linz Lines, has documented 97 critical situations between trams and vehicles on the Nibelungen Bridge since the bike path project began. They have expressed concerns that the measures taken for the bike path project would make tram traffic more difficult.

Traffic congestion has partially reached Puchenau, a nearby town, adding to the safety concerns. The performance of the bike path solution on the upper river side of the Nibelungen Bridge was not sufficient for morning rush hour traffic.

Despite the setbacks, Hajart has promised to find a new solution for the bike path project. He stated that they have tried every possible solution for the project, but if it doesn't work in practice, they have to stop the pilot project.

The employees of the province of Upper Austria and the city of Linz are working together intensively to complete the dismantling of the bike path provisional upstream, a process expected to be completed in approximately two weeks.

In a positive note, the bike path pilot project on the opposite side (downstream, towards Lentos) remains in place. The project continues to be a pilot project, with the city monitoring its impact and potential for long-term implementation.

The bike path on the Nibelungen Bridge has been a topic of discussion in Linz, with many hoping for a solution that balances the needs of cyclists, pedestrians, and public transport. The city's commitment to finding a viable solution for the future of the bike path on the bridge is clear.

Pedestrian Route Closed: Temporary Obstruction on Nibelungen Bridge near Old Town Hall from Heavy Traffic on the Side of New Town Hall