Progressionsvej

Progressionsvej is the name of several streets in Denmark. The name translates to Progression Road and is used in Danish toponymy for new residential streets that marked phases of urban development.

In many municipalities, such streets were laid out during the post-war expansion of suburbs, notably in the 1960s through the 1980s, as housing estates were built and road networks extended.

Today, a Progressionsvej typically functions as a residential street within a planned neighborhood, often running alongside schools, local shops, or parks. The exact length, numbering, and surrounding landmarks vary by locality.

The assignment of street names in Denmark is handled by municipal authorities, and Progressionsvej is one example of a descriptive, aspirational toponym common in planning practice. The name exists independently in multiple towns, with each instance governed by local regulations and postal services.