The Radbahn Berlin Would Be Berlin's First Covered Bike Path
Ellen Smith — June 5, 2017 — Eco
References: radbahn.berlin & citylab
The Radbahn Berlin is a set to re-define Berlin's commuter culture through the design of its first covered bike path. This community-driven proposal imagines transforming the unused space under Berlin's elevated U1 subway line into a bike lane which would stretch six miles. Lined with cafes, food trucks, bike stops and lush greenery, the proposed project could revolutionize travel while setting a new standard for urban environmental consciousness and innovation.
The cycle path would provide a direct connection between three districts and varying neighborhoods. The proposed model would replace Berlin's current bike lane, which is riffled with protruding roots and rubble. The Radbahn Berlin would allow for safe bike travel while limiting vehicle disruption, providing a convenient solution to air-pollution and acting as a "playground for modern mobility, innovation and leisure activities.”
The cycle path would provide a direct connection between three districts and varying neighborhoods. The proposed model would replace Berlin's current bike lane, which is riffled with protruding roots and rubble. The Radbahn Berlin would allow for safe bike travel while limiting vehicle disruption, providing a convenient solution to air-pollution and acting as a "playground for modern mobility, innovation and leisure activities.”
Trend Themes
1. Covered Bike Paths for Urban Commutes - The design of covered bike paths is an opportunity for eco-conscious urbanities that improves safety, limits vehicle disruption, and provides potential livelihood opportunities.
2. Greening of Urban Transportation Infrastructure - The development of green-infrastructure for urban bike paths can offer a solution to air-pollution and sustainable travel.
3. Revolutionizing Urban Commuting Culture - The development of innovative and safe urban bike paths can be an opportunity to lead the transformation of cities towards smarter and environment-friendly mobility solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Bike Manufacturing - Manufacturers in the bike industry could invest in innovating bike designs to adapt to the changing needs of urban commuters.
2. Landscaping and Horticulture - The greening of covered bike paths offers an opportunity for landscapers and horticulturists to showcase their work on an urban stage.
3. Urban Food and Beverage - The creation of bike stops and cafes along urban bike paths presents a potential entrepreneurial opportunity for urban food and beverage vendors and entrepreneurs.
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