Kassel plans traffic turnaround: This is how the city becomes future -proof!

Kassel has a high need for renovation in the traffic sector. The latest report showed that car traffic is around 40 percent of the traffic in Kassel. At the same time, almost a third of people move on foot, while about 11 percent are traveling by bike and 18 percent by public transport. In recent years, the proportion of cycling has increased, while public transport (public transport) has tended to be lost, which may be due to the corona crisis.

Kassel plays a central role in commuter traffic as a top center. In order to improve the traffic situation, goals and measures were determined in the 2030 traffic development plan. This plan includes a concept in four sub -areas that is currently being developed and is to be presented in the first quarter of 2025. In addition, a city logistics concept will be completed in the coming months, while the first foot traffic concept is currently in the participation.

increasing demands on the wheel infrastructure

Kassel is described as a "15-minute city" because many destinations can be reached within 15 minutes. Existing bicycle zones and roads are to be expanded, but the report shows that there are conflicts of goals between the needs of cyclists and drivers. In addition, the star has a high need for renovation, which has an impact on surrounding roads. The Dutch Straße is an important commuter route and has a high traffic load.

Traffic attempts are planned to find short -term solutions, but it is emphasized that long -term plans are necessary. Current construction work, such as the renovation of bridges and highways, have a noticeable impact on city traffic, while the personnel situation in the city makes it difficult to implement traffic measures, such as setting up signs for km/h.

In addition, a differentiated public transport offer is also sought as part of the traffic development plan. A constant lines regardless of the weekday and time as well as fast direct connections to the city center are some of the goals.

The planned measure also includes line -related capacity extensions by adapting vehicle sizes in tram and bus as well as an adjustment of the number of trips per hour. Reading points are to be expanded and constant links are to be established in order to increase the intelligibility of the network.

The endeavor to improve the quality of public transport is also evident in the equipment of the stops and in accessible measures. In addition, a new payment system with chip cards is to be introduced to facilitate access to public transport.

For a comprehensive improvement in the traffic situation in Kassel, there are numerous measures on the agenda that affect both bicycle traffic and local public transport. In order to meet the changes, the city is still required to take the necessary steps.