Ruhr cycle expressway, cycle expressway in Germany in the Rhine-Ruhr metropolitan region
The Ruhr cycle expressway is a dedicated bicycle highway in the Ruhr Valley region, connecting cities including Duisburg and Hamm. The route is approximately 13 feet (4 meters) wide with smooth asphalt surface and runs mostly separated from car traffic through residential areas, suburbs, farmland, and former industrial zones.
The Ruhr cycle expressway emerged as a project to improve cycling infrastructure in this historically industrial region. Initial sections opened in recent years, with ongoing plans to complete a 100-kilometer network and expand further through additional planned routes such as the RS 2 corridor.
The route is built specifically for cyclists with few traffic lights and crossings, allowing faster travel than on regular streets. Visitors can find current maps and information on official websites and social media channels to plan their ride.
Some sections follow old railway lines that are no longer in use and have been converted for cycling. This makes traveling through these areas particularly interesting and offers fresh perspectives on the region's industrial past.
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