Wickerstedt/Eberstedt, 07/29/2026: On Tuesday evening, a traffic accident involving three cyclists occurred on the popular Ilmtal cycle path between Wickerstedt and Eberstedt. During a collision while turning and overtaking, one of the participants sustained minor injuries, and significant property damage was caused.
- Location: Ilmtal cycle path between Wickerstedt and Eberstedt (junction towards Obertrebra)
- Time: Tuesday, 07/28/2026, evening
- Involved: A 44-year-old cyclist and two road cyclists (30 and 27 years old)
- Consequences: One 30-year-old with minor injuries, approximately 2,800 euros in property damage
Accident sequence at the junction towards Obertrebra
According to the Jena State Police Inspection, a 44-year-old cyclist intended to turn left at a junction towards Obertrebra on Tuesday evening. At that exact moment, two following road cyclists, aged 30 and 27, began to overtake.
Although the two athletes gave audible warning signals, the 44-year-old initiated the turning maneuver without signaling the change of direction in time with a hand signal. Consequently, the leading 30-year-old road cyclist collided with the rear wheel of the turning bicycle. The following 27-year-old road cyclist subsequently collided with the crashed bicycle as well.
Injuries, property damage, and the importance of consideration
During the fall, the 30-year-old road cyclist sustained minor abrasions on his arm and shoulder. He declined medical treatment on-site. However, the property damage to both road bikes is considerable: the 30-year-old’s bicycle was no longer roadworthy. The police estimate the total damage at approximately 2,800 euros.
The incident underscores the need for vigilance and foresight in cycling traffic:
- Clear hand signals: Every turning maneuver must be signaled early and clearly.
- Prudent overtaking: Overtaking maneuvers at unclear junctions always require sufficient safety distance and adjusted speed.
- Shoulder check before turning: Before pulling out or changing direction, a quick look behind effectively prevents dangerous collisions.
For inquiries regarding the incident, please contact the Apolda Police Inspection at the phone number 03644 541225 or via email at dgl.pi.apolda@polizei.thueringen.de.
Source:
LPI-J: Two injured cyclists after traffic accident on the Ilmtal cycle path
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