Jena, April 22, 2026 – The Ordnungsamt of the city of Jena is now patrolling the city area not only by car but also with its own bicycle squad. The new mobility concept is intended to accelerate official duties and inspections and make the presence on the streets more citizen-friendly.
- Who: Ordnungsamt Jena
- What: Launch of a new bicycle squad
- Start date: In operation since mid-April 2026
- Advantages: Climate friendliness, traffic jam avoidance, direct accessibility
Time Advantage in the City Center
Traffic routing in Jena often presents challenges. Between numerous traffic lights, narrow alleys in the city center, and current road construction sites, emergency vehicles quickly reach their limits. The colleagues from the Ordnungsamt are now at least as fast – if not faster – at their destination on many route sections by bicycle than by car.
In addition to pure time savings, the project scores points for its climate friendliness. Without engine noise and exhaust fumes, patrol trips can be completed in an environmentally friendly manner. Furthermore, the open mode of transport allows for more direct and easier communication with citizens, as barriers such as closed vehicle windows are eliminated.
As a densely built-up university city in the Saaletal, Jena has to cope with a constantly high volume of traffic. Particularly on the main commuter axes such as the B88 or the B7, delays occur regularly during peak times. Switching to service bicycles at authorities is a proven strategy to relieve urban infrastructure, keep scarce parking spaces free, and simultaneously reduce the administration’s CO2 emissions.
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