Frankfurt Embraces People-Centric Mobility Revolution
Frankfurt city legislature paves path for transport transformation - Frankfurt city authorities adopt road traffic modifications
Embrace the new era of sustainable and people-oriented transportation in Frankfurt! The city council has given the green light to the much-anticipated "Masterplan Mobility". Traffic commissioner Wolfgang Siefert (Greens) celebrated this momentous decision as a significant leap forward for the city.
This long-awaited project, initially delayed by two years, prioritizes eco-friendly mobility, smart traffic management, enhanced logistics, wellbeing, and safety for all.
"Putting people at the heart of our transportation system" is the guiding principle, according to the department. The plan places equal importance on various modes of transport, keeping the environmental, economic, and social impacts constantly in mind.
The focus remains squarely on pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport. By 2035, these modes of travel are expected to account for an impressive 80% of trips taken in the city. In stark contrast, the 2018 figure was a mere 63%.
Pedestrians, Cyclists, and Public Transport – Front and Centre
The implementation of Frankfurt's mobility transition aims to bolster the city's reputation as a dynamic and liveable urban hub. Committed to a consistent and demand-driven expansion of space-saving and environmentally-friendly transportation options, its initiatives include:
- Expanding cycling infrastructure
- Strengthening public transport
- Establishing low-traffic zones
- Increasing parking fees
- Appointing a pedestrian and logistics coordinator
- Promoting e-mobility
- Expanding car-sharing packages
Climate Neutrality, Lower Noise Levels, and Safer Roads
The ultimate objectives of this ambitious plan are to attain zero-emission transportation by 2035, drastically reduce noise pollution, and cut the number of road traffic accidents.
Controversy Amidst Innovation
Critics, largely from the opposition and the business community, have voiced their disapproval of the plan. Some argue that the automobile is being unfairly demonized, while others fear that a one-sided anti-car policy might drive away customers, suppliers, and employees.
Replacing its overall traffic plan from 2005, Frankfurt's new master plan adheres to the EU's requirement to submit a comprehensive sustainable mobility strategy by 2027. After lengthy negotiations, the coalition of Greens, SPD, FDP, and Volt approved the concept in March of this year.
Presented in 2023, Frankfurt's master plan was developed alongside administration, science, and the public. Frankfurt is believed to be among the first German cities to publish a such an extensive transport strategy. For the full details, consult official city documents or reports.
- The city council in Frankfurt has endorsed the "Masterplan Mobility", a bold move to prioritize eco-friendly transportation and smart traffic management.
- The guiding principle of the Masterplan Mobility is focusing on people and their wellbeing, with equal emphasis on various modes of transport and their environmental, economic, and social implications.
- The new mobility plan in Frankfurt centers on pedestrians, cyclists, and public transport, aiming to increase their share of trips to 80% by 2035, up from the 2018 figure of 63%.
- The plan's initiatives include expanding cycling infrastructure, strengthening public transport, establishing low-traffic zones, increasing parking fees, appointing a pedestrian and logistics coordinator, promoting e-mobility, and expanding car-sharing packages.
- The Masterplan Mobility plans to achieve zero-emission transportation by 2035, drastically reduce noise pollution, and cut the number of road traffic accidents.
- Despite a broad consensus on the need for sustainable mobility, the plan has faced criticism from the opposition and the business community, who are concerned that it unfairly targets cars and might deter customers, suppliers, and employees.
- The new Masterplan Mobility, replacing the 2005 plan, aligns with the EU's requirement for each member state to submit a comprehensive sustainable mobility strategy by 2027.
- The Masterplan Mobility was developed collaboratively with the administration, science, and the public, making Frankfurt one of the first German cities to publish such an extensive transport strategy.
- To learn more about the Masterplan Mobility, consult official city documents or reports for a detailed understanding of this people-centric mobility revolution.
