Oberasbach blocks key cycle highway over legal and funding disputes

A promising bike route hangs in the balance—unless Oberasbach rethinks its stance. Advocates warn time is running out to secure critical funds and connections.

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2025 December 4 . 1:09 PM

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In this picture it looks like a cycle in the middle, on the left side I can see a road.

Oberasbach blocks key cycle highway over legal and funding disputes

Plans for a cycle highway along the disused Bibert railway line between Zirndorf and Nuremberg remain stalled due to ongoing opposition from Oberasbach. The city council has repeatedly rejected involvement in the cross-regional project, leaving its future uncertain. Local cycling advocates have now urged officials to reconsider their stance before funding is lost.

The proposed cycle highway has faced resistance from Oberasbach for months. Despite efforts to move forward, the city administration insists the project is legally unworkable under current Bavarian road and path regulations. Without Oberasbach’s participation, the route cannot be completed.

The deadlock leaves the cycle highway’s future in doubt. If Oberasbach does not change its position, the project risks losing financial support and failing to connect key areas. The dispute highlights broader challenges in developing regional finance infrastructure under current regulations.