New modal filters are intended to increase traffic safety between Maria-Theresia-Straße and St.-Stephans-Platz
to the city of Griesheim , the Südring road between Maria-Theresia-Straße and St.-Stephans-Platz Tuesday, October 14, 2025. The goal of the measure is to increase traffic safety Public Order Office had already informed residents in writing in advance.
Modal filters separate traffic flows
The closure to private motorized traffic will be implemented using so-called modal filters . These include posts, Freiburg cones, and road markings installed by the municipal public works department . The necessary ground sockets have already been prepared.
Reason for the measure: Safety for all road users
Until now, access to the Südring was restricted to residents . Nevertheless, the city recorded a significant increase in traffic , as by measurements and inspections conducted by the city police . In most cases, the section of road was used illegally by motorists , even though access was prohibited.
no sidewalk in this area pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists share the traffic space. The narrow roadway has repeatedly created dangerous situations . Widening this section of road is not possible due to its narrow width.
The city council therefore decided on May 26, 2025 , to restrict traffic in the future. With the implementation of the modal filters, the practical phase of improving road safety .
(Griesheim - Red/PSG)
Featured image: Press GriModalfilter Suedring St. Stephans Platz. Photo: City of Griesheim