Local authorities reveal provisional plans for a walkway and bike lane linking Dölau and Nietleben, with an estimated investment of approximately 3.3 million Euros.
In the small town of Nietleben, a historical railway line, once a bustling artery of transportation, now stands idle. The line, owned by the Halle-Hettstedter Eisenbahn-Gesellschaft, has been closed for some time, allegedly due to unprofitability, sparking debate among locals.
The discontinuation of the S-Bahn service has led to an interesting development. A bike path, costing a hefty 3.3 million euros, has been built along the railway line, intended to prevent cyclists from riding on the street. However, the path caters to a mere 200 daily cyclists, leading some to question the wisdom of such an investment.
In contrast, a commenter suggests a more practical approach: a 200m long bike path with a daily usage of 2000 cyclists would be a better investment. This proposal has sparked discussions about the potential benefits of prioritising cycling infrastructure over motor vehicle-focused road construction. Currently, the ratio of spending on road construction stands at 96.7% for motor vehicles and a mere 3.3% for cyclists.
The railway line, a historic monument, poses a challenge. Its status as a listed monument means no changes can be made to it, making the construction of the bike path a complex affair. This is not to say the association holding the usage right for the railway track is blameless. Despite not using the track, they are tax-exempt, leading some to question the fairness of their tax-exempt status.
The bike path in Dölau, Nietleben, is financed by taxpayers' money. The path, which connects two existing bike paths, has also drawn criticism for its energy efficiency. With millions being wasted on the railway line that won't be used in 100 years, some argue that energy-saving measures seem unbelievable and laughable in the face of such waste.
The city and especially the bike commissioner have been accused of sleeping on the job. The closure of the track, they argue, would hardly be profitable to rebuild. To add to the controversy, the commenter suggests that every 5m on the bike path has a deep hole, further fuelling concerns about the path's quality.
However, it's important to note that legally, cyclists can ride on the railway track, but most refrain due to safety concerns. The street lighting could be saved by not installing lighting on the bike path, another point of contention in the ongoing debate.
As the debate continues, the future of the Nietleben-Hettstedt railway line and the bike path remains uncertain. The association that holds the usage right for the railway track does not use it, and the line's status as a historic monument adds a layer of complexity to the situation. The question remains: is the investment in the bike path a wise use of taxpayers' money, or is it a senseless waste?
The commenter also asks for the definition of "then" and "supposedly" in relation to the discontinuation of the S-Bahn service. The terms, while not directly related to the current situation, are important in understanding the history and context of the debate. As the discussion continues, it's clear that the people of Nietleben are eager for change and a more sustainable, cycling-friendly future.
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