Dusseldorf: Awista assumes control of winter maintenance on roads and bike lanes; responsibility for sidewalks remains with homeowners
In the winter months, navigating the streets of Düsseldorf can present a unique set of challenges. To help you prepare, we've compiled a guide on winter services in the city.
For information on street clearing, visit www.maps.duesseldorf.de. The company responsible for this task is AWISTA GmbH, which also handles waste management and street cleaning services in the city. However, the exact number of kilometers of streets they clean is not specified.
When it comes to priority, Düsseldorf focuses on bridge clearance, heavily trafficked streets, main traffic arteries, streets with rail-bound public transport, streets in front of hospitals, major residential streets from residential areas, streets with bus traffic, and streets with accident hotspots.
Cyclists are advised to exercise caution and consideration on cycle paths after continuous snowfall or where snow from intersecting traffic has accumulated. The principle in winter road traffic is the protection of weaker road users.
Snow that falls after 8 pm must be cleared by the following day by 7 am, and on Sundays and public holidays by 9 am. Residents are responsible for clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, with a minimum width of one meter. The sidewalk clearing obligation applies from 7 am to 8 pm on weekdays, and from 9 am to 8 pm on Sundays and public holidays.
The use of salt is generally not permitted on sidewalks as it damages trees and greenery. Abrasive materials such as sand, granulate, or gravel should be used for scattering, or certified environmental-friendly de-icing agents.
AWISTA Kommunal GmbH is responsible for the clearing and de-icing of the main cycle path network in Düsseldorf. Mutual consideration is crucial in winter weather, especially for the protection of weaker road users.
Düsseldorf offers numerous service options for residents with limited mobility to run errands in case of emergency. It's important to plan more time during winter weather and to obtain weather and traffic conditions early.
Further information on winter services in Düsseldorf can be found at the provided link: www.maps.duesseldorf.de. The exact penalties or fines for not clearing snow and ice were not mentioned in this guide.
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