Ceremonial inauguration of the new bike bridge in Langenlonsheim on May 10th!

Ceremonial inauguration of the new bike bridge in Langenlonsheim on May 10th!

On May 10, 2025, the new bicycle bridge over the Guldenbach and the associated section of the Guldenbach cycle path in the Langenlonsheim-Stromberg community will be inaugurated. This opening symbolically stands for the completion of an approximately ten -year project that became necessary after the old bridge had to be closed due to safety defects. The redesigned bridge is crucial for the improved connection from Langenlonsheim to the outdoor pool, the train station and the nearby cycle path.

The inauguration begins at 12 p.m. and is accompanied by Mayor Michael Cyfka together with other local citizens and prominent guests such as State Secretary Petra Dick-Walther and district administrator Bettina Dickes. The project was financed by the special program of the "City and Land" of the Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport, whereby the total costs are around 1.2 million euros, of which around 900,000 euros will be paid to the federal government. The community bears a share of 338,029 euros.

The new bike path

The new building of the Guldenbach cycle path comprises a length of 1.72 km and a width between 2.50 and 3 m. The path is predominantly attached, and the construction work extended from September 2024 to March 2025. The new bike bridge itself is simple and has a steel beam grate with a span of 20 m. 2025 instead. Work on the bridge started with the demolition of the old structure and the construction of the foundation.

For the opening of the opening, an journey by bike is particularly recommended. Access by car is only possible via Bretzenheim, whereby the parking facilities are limited. For those who want to use public transport, an journey to Bretzenheim is recommended by bus or train, whereby the take of bicycles is considered sensible.

accessibility and public institutions

The Guldenbach cycle path is described as barrier -free, so that use with manual bikes is possible to Schweppenhausen. A public, barrier -low toilet is also available at the Hermitage in the immediate vicinity of the bike bridge. After the official inauguration, the Café Löwenzahn invites you to a cozy get -together over coffee and conversations to celebrate the day.

The construction as well as the maintenance of the cycle path and the bridge are part of a larger strategy that is pursued by the Federal Government in order to achieve the climate protection goals through the promotion of bicycle traffic. The Federal Ministry of Digital and Transport (BMDV) has launched various programs that will support several measures to improve cycling infrastructure by 2029 and beyond. These programs also include the special program "Stadt und Land", which runs until 2030 and ensures the financial security of bicycle traffic projects reports BMDV .

The inauguration of the bike bridge and the new section of the Guldenbach cycle path is therefore not only a milestone for the region, but also a valuable step towards more environmentally friendly mobility.