korsningen

Korsningen, in Swedish, is the place where two or more roads meet or cross. The term is used broadly to describe road intersections, as well as crossings involving railways, pedestrian paths, or other routes. In traffic engineering, korsningar are designed to manage the flow of vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians while aiming to reduce the risk of collisions.

Common types include the T-korsning (T-junction), four-way korsning, and rondell (roundabout). A planskild korsning is a grade-separated intersection, such as an overpass or underpass, where traffic does not intersect at ground level. Many korsningar are controlled by traffic signals (trafikljuskorsning) or by signs such as stops or yield signs. Uncontrolled korsningar rely on right-of-way rules; in Sweden, the högerregeln grants priority to vehicles from the right when no signs dictate otherwise.

Safety considerations are central to korsningar because they concentrate potential conflicts between turning, crossing and through movements. Design measures include ensuring clear sight lines, adequate signage, dedicated turning lanes, pedestrian islands, and, in many cases, traffic calming to reduce speeds. Roundabouts are commonly used to minimize severe collisions by reducing speeds and simplifying decision points.

Historically, korsningar have evolved from simple crossings to regulated intersections and interchanges as traffic volumes and speeds increased. They remain essential nodes in road networks, shaping routing efficiency and the safe crossing of paths for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians alike.