Diagonal lock on Grandweg: Less traffic, more security!

Diagonal lock on Grandweg: Less traffic, more security!

In July 2024, the Grandweg in the Lokstedt district was redesigned by a diagonal lock, which significantly limits the car traffic in this Tempo 30 zone. This was done on the initiative of the Green Group Eimsbüttel, who would like to contain the croissant traffic from the busy Emil-Andrezen-Straße and the Lokstedter Steindamm, also known as B447. As the [Eimsbütteler Nachrichten] (https://www.eimsbuetteler-nachrichten.de/diagonalsperre-grand-vergauf-verwehr-verlicht-verwalt-polizei/) has now shown that the volume of traffic in the affected area has actually been reduced.

The diagonal lock was introduced at the intersection Grandweg/Stresemannallee/Behrkampsweg to increase safety for pedestrians and cyclists. Before the lock, accidents occurred there, which caused great concern to residents. But after the implementation of this initiative, there is a clear relief. The number of cars at the intersection has decreased, while the cyclist has increased on the Veloroute 3, which runs in this area.

controversy and reactions

Despite the positive development, the measure has caused both consent and criticism to the public. While many residents see the diagonal lock as a success example of transport policy measures, there are concerns about a possible shift in traffic to surrounding roads. According to the information of the Hamburg Preliminary implementation of consultations in political committees, also in 2022. Early information from the citizens concerned was an important point here.

The targeted measure was designed to relieve the car sneaking traffic from the Veloroure and at the same time prevent the passage of car traffic in Grandweg. District policy is required to take responsibility in the interests of citizens and to make evaluations at an early stage. Another application for an interim report was made six months after the lock.

A look into the future

In September, a public date of the Lokstedt/Niendorf/Schnelsen regional committee is to take place, in which residents, interested parties and the police are invited to discuss the diagonal lock. The Green Group Eimsbüttel has already announced that similar measures are checked in other suitable places in the district. Another step in the right direction to further improve the quality of life in the area and to increase security for all road users.