46 Million Euros for Traffic Projects in the Center of the State - Schleswig-Holstein injects €46M to revive crumbling roads and bike paths
Schleswig-Holstein is set to overhaul its ageing roads, bridges, and cycle paths after years of limited investment. Transport Minister Claus Ruhe Madsen announced a €46 million plan to upgrade key routes in the region. The work will focus on improving safety and reliability for everyday transport services.
The state will renovate 15 structures, including the first stretch of the B76 between Plön and Kiel. Another major project involves upgrades to the B430 near Bornhöved, as well as the section connecting Hohenwestedt and Wasbek. In total, nearly 67 kilometres of roads and 7 kilometres of bike lanes will be refurbished.
Madsen stressed that well-maintained infrastructure is vital for emergency vehicles, school buses, and other public services. The Schleswig-Holstein Road and Transport Authority (LBV.SH) will handle the work, covering 15 roadways and 11 cycle paths across Rendsburg-Eckernförde, Plön, Segeberg, and Kiel. Over the past five years, no German state has invested significantly more than the national average of €250–300 per person on similar projects. While some regions, like Hesse and Bavaria, spent slightly above this level, Schleswig-Holstein's latest funding push marks a notable shift after a long period of restraint.
The €46 million allocation will target critical routes used daily by residents and emergency services. Repairs are expected to enhance travel conditions for drivers, cyclists, and public transport users. The projects will roll out across four districts in the coming months.
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