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Rogue activists paint illegal 200-meter bike lane in Freiburg overnight

Two activists turned a quiet street into a battleground for urban change—now the city is left with a dangerous mess. Who’s paying for the damage?

This image is taken outdoors. At the bottom of the image there is a road. In the middle of the...
This image is taken outdoors. At the bottom of the image there is a road. In the middle of the image there is a wall with paintings on it. On the left side of the image a bicycle is parked on the road.

Activists Paint 200 Meters of Bike Lane on Road - Rogue activists paint illegal 200-meter bike lane in Freiburg overnight

Activists have caused a stir in Freiburg by painting a 200-meter bike lane on Stefan-Meier-Straße, leading to hazardous situations and potential road damage. The overnight action has prompted police investigation and plans for legal action. The bike lane, stretching from Rennweg to Tennenbacher Straße, was painted by a man and a woman in their mid-20s. They carried out the action during the night, leaving unauthorized markings that posed hazards due to the road's narrowness. The city is now facing unclear restoration costs, as initial attempts to remove the paint were unsuccessful, damaging the road surface. Police are aware of an alleged claim of responsibility and are examining it. The city plans to press charges against the unknown offenders. The unauthorized bike lane on Stefan-Meier-Straße has sparked a response from local authorities. Police are investigating the incident, and the city is preparing to file charges against the unknown activists. The road's restoration costs remain uncertain, with paint removal efforts initially causing damage to the surface.

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