Viking-Themed Pedestrian Light Debuts in Haddeby

The innovative traffic signal near the Wikingermuseum Haithabu celebrates local Viking heritage and marks a new trend in culturally inspired urban design.

• A Viking-themed pedestrian traffic light has been installed near the Wikingermuseum Haithabu on Bundesstraße 76 in Haddeby, Schleswig-Holstein.
• The idea originated from a local citizen who was inspired by a similar installation seen in Denmark, prompting local officials to pursue the project.
• A local graphic artist designed the Viking figures, which received special approval to deviate from standard traffic light symbols.
• The project, costing approximately 3,000 Euros, was jointly funded by the municipality of Busdorf, Amt Haddeby, and the local Welterbeverein.
• This installation highlights Haddeby's Viking heritage and reflects a growing trend in Germany for culturally themed public infrastructure, as seen in Flensburg and Mainz.

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