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Tempo 30 on Luxemburger Straße: Peace and quiet for Cologne residents!
From August 25, 2025, the maximum speed on Luxemburger Strasse in Cologne will be reduced to 30 km/h to reduce noise.
Tempo 30 on Luxemburger Straße: Peace and quiet for Cologne residents!
From August 25, 2025, a speed reduction from the previous 50 km/h to 30 km/h will come into force on Luxemburger Straße in Cologne. This measure aims to reduce noise on this main traffic axis in the south of Cologne and follows years of debate and numerous complaints from residents. How t online reported, the new speed regulation affects the section between Barbarossaplatz and Military Ringstrasse in both directions.
The city of Cologne is currently busy installing the relevant traffic signs. There will be some bottlenecks on the road, but the road will not remain completely closed. This will be accompanied by an adjustment to the traffic lights at the intersections with Eifelwall and Moselstrasse, which will be implemented at the same time as the new signage. Ascan Egerer, councilor for mobility, described the speed reduction as a sensible step to protect the health and traffic safety of residents. However, details on further noise protection measures are still pending City of Cologne can be seen.
Health and road safety in focus
The decision to reduce speed is no coincidence. A previously carried out noise report showed that the noise pollution on Luxemburger Straße exceeds the legally set limits and can therefore be harmful to health. This led to the originally planned rapid implementation of the measure in 2024 being postponed due to a lack of reports. Now that the necessary information is available, the order to reduce speed has been decided within the framework of the Road Traffic Regulations (StVO). Even though there have been similar speed reductions in the past, such as on Venloer Straße in Ehrenfeld, the new regulation offers a comprehensive solution for residents in this busy area.
The introduction of the 30 km/h zone will also have an impact on drivers' traffic behavior. Studies show that 30 km/h zones not only reduce noise but also increase road safety, especially for pedestrians and cyclists. Lower speeds enable faster reactions to possible dangers and encourage the use of alternative means of transport. As the glossary on 30 km/h zones shows, such changes are often associated with positive effects on the quality of life in residential areas, even if the introduction is not always without controversy. Critics point to the possible traffic jams and economic impacts that could accompany such a regulation.
A step in the right direction
With the new speed regulation, the city of Cologne aims to not only reduce noise, but also to create a safe environment for all road users. Time will tell whether the measure works as hoped. What is certain, however, is that developments are being closely monitored. This could be an important change for the quality of life of the people in this area. Residents can hope for positive changes, and the city will ensure that all necessary adjustments are made in a timely manner to ensure traffic flow and safety are in the best possible light.