Fahrradstreifen

cycle lane (on-road marked strip)

noun FAH-raht-shtrye-fen Rare

Usage Note

Fahrradstreifen is a lane on the road surface marked for cyclists — distinct from a fully segregated Radweg. It shares the carriageway with motor traffic and is indicated by a white dashed line and bicycle symbol. Parking on a Fahrradstreifen is prohibited.

Examples

"Auf der Hauptstraße wurde ein neuer Fahrradstreifen markiert."

Natural Translation

A new cycle lane has been marked on the main road.

Literal Translation

On the main-road a new cycle-lane was marked.

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