Fahrrinnen
Fahrrinnen is a term found in some German-language planning discussions that refers to a form of cycling infrastructure, but it does not have a single, universally accepted definition. The word combines Fahhrad (bicycle) and Rinne (channel or trough) and is often used to describe a feature that is intended to accommodate cyclists along or across urban streets. In practice, the meaning of Fahrrinnen varies by region and context, and the term is less common in official design guidelines than terms such as Radweg, Radstreifen or Radfahrbahn.
Possible interpretations of Fahrrinnen include a dedicated bicycle lane that is integrated into the road surface
Design characteristics of Fahrrinnen, when used, are variable and depend on local requirements. They may be