According to information from the Süddeutsche Zeitung, the Federal Ministry of Transport is currently considering easing the traffic light regulation for cyclists. Specifically, it is about the tiresome topic of "turning right on red". It is currently being examined whether cyclists should be allowed to turn right at selected junctions with additional signs despite the red traffic light. Similar regulations already exist in some other countries.
Every cyclist who regularly rides in city traffic knows the dilemma: The traffic light shows red, but the way to the right is free, often does not even cross the road and pedestrians are not in sight for miles. If you ignore the traffic light and continue driving, you risk a fine of €80 and a point in Flensburg. In other countries - for example France or the USA - cyclists are allowed to ignore the red traffic light at selected intersections and turn right. A test project in Basel has been running since last summer and is investigating whether such regulations have an impact on the number of accidents.
According to information from the Süddeutsche Zeitung, the Federal Ministry of Transport in Berlin is now examining similar measures for Germany. Accordingly, one would like to allow cyclists to turn right at red at isolated, suitable intersections by means of additional signs or signs. The ADFC had also commented on the subject some time ago and expressed its approval: “Our goal is to make cycling in cities comfortable and safe for everyone. It is important that bicycle traffic is given more space on the streets - and that the bicycle infrastructure is consistent and in good condition. Turning right freely on a red light at suitable intersections can be a building block to make cycling faster.”