New bike road in Mitte - more security and space for cyclists!

New bike road in Mitte - more security and space for cyclists!

Along the Schwedter Straße in Berlin, a new bicycle road will be created, which should provide more safety and comfort for cyclists. The initiative was launched by the district councilor Christopher Schriner and is intended to promote cycling in the area.

improvements in the bicycle road

The bicycle road stretches between Oderberger Straße and Choriner Straße and is marked by corresponding signage and markings on the road. The intersections in particular are redesigned to increase safety for pedestrians and to improve visibility. In addition, special areas for delivery traffic and getting on and out are set up.

regulations and planning

motor vehicles may only drive the road with a legitimate concern, which should help reduce through traffic. The bicycle road is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. In addition, 180 additional parking spaces for bicycles, cargo bikes and e-scooters are created to strengthen the bicycle infrastructure.

important rules for bicycle streets

bicycle roads are intended exclusively for cycling, whereby motor vehicles are only allowed with a legitimate concern. Cyclists have priority and can use the entire road width. The speed is limited to a maximum of 30 km/h to ensure the safety of all road users.

The new bicycle road along Schwedter Straße is part of the bicycle traffic network and offers an attractive route away from the main traffic. The measure is funded by the Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport as part of the special program "Stadt und Land".

Details on the project and the traffic sign plans are available on the Internet at:

Media contact:
District office Mitte, pressstelle, press@ba-mitte.berlin.de