Danger of lightning in Cologne: Speed ​​​​checks are imminent today!

Danger of lightning in Cologne: Speed ​​​​checks are imminent today!

Anyone traveling in Cologne today, September 24, 2025, should be particularly careful. An increased level of speed cameras was detected in three parts of the city. This applies to the Nippes and Porz areas, where drivers should immediately familiarize themselves with the speed camera locations.

InKnickknacks, more precisely in theIndustrial street, strict speed limits of 30 km/h apply. Here the speed camera was turned off07:48 amreported. Then we continuePorz, rush, where there are two lightning locations on theA3(Speed ​​limit 80 km/h, reported at07:44 am; confirmed at07:47 am) and theBensberger Street(Speed ​​limit 60 km/h, reported at07:13 am) are set up.

Speeding is not only a common cause of traffic violations, but also a real cause of accidents. This makes it all the more important to adhere to traffic rules and not to use electronic aids such as speed camera apps while driving. These are prohibited according to Section 23 of the StVO, even if using a smartphone while stationary is not a criminal offense. However, anyone who drives with an operational speed camera warning system can run into problems with the police.

Locations of stationary speed cameras

In addition to mobile speed cameras, stationary speed cameras are also an important issue in Cologne. The city of Cologne has installed fixed flash units at numerous locations. Drivers should keep an eye on the following districts:

• Bilderstöckchen: Escher Straße (Höhe Hausnummer 154 und 146), Schiefersburger Weg (Höhe Hausnummer 40)
• Bocklemünd/Mengenich: Venloer Straße B59 (Anschlussstellen in unterschiedliche Fahrtrichtungen)
• Brück: Brücker Mauspfad (Höhe Autobahnbrücke)

But also inruler,Lindenthaland many other parts of the city there are regular speed checks. The public order office also carries out unexpected checks, especially around schools, daycare centers, retirement homes and at known accident sites, as koeln.de reports.

Mobile police rapid checks

Another point that should be taken into account: While the district speed cameras are often well known, the police in Cologne also carry out mobile speed cameras, the locations of which are not published. For drivers, this means that speed cameras can be expected at any time, without warning.

Caution is advised throughout the city. The cooperation of road users is crucial to making roads safer. It's best to act with foresight and stay within the permitted speed range.

In summary, it can be said that daily driving in Cologne still requires special attention today. If you follow the rules, you can cruise through the city in a relaxed manner. Further information about the speed camera locations can be found at news.de.