Overview

• The structurally unsound Wuhlheide-Brücke in Berlin-Oberschöneweide was closed over collapse fears and is now being demolished.
• Tram services resumed over the former bridge intersection at the end of last week after temporary rerouting.
• SPD, Linke and Green factions in the district assembly have tabled a motion to study a traffic circle and repurpose the central median for a new tram line.
• Supporters point to examples in Leipzig and Vienna where roundabouts have been combined with tram networks to defuse conflict at busy crossings.
• The motion will be debated at the next BVV meeting with a view to asking the district office to urge the Senate to approve the proposed redesign.